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Mid-Atlantic Regional Director
High Street Partners, Inc.

Prior to her role as Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Nancy Wallace was the Director of International Operations for the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development, where she oversaw 11 foreign offices and supervised a domestic team of international trade and investment executives focused on helping Maryland businesses gain a foothold overseas, and launching programs to bring foreign companies into the state. As she manages High Street Partners’ DC area office and spearheads the firm’s programs to attract overseas companies entering the US, Nancy’s proven ability to work effectively in multi-cultural environments, manage diverse staff and meet financial goals will benefit HSP and clients alike.

Over a 20 year career, Nancy has developed in-depth knowledge of business practices in regions worldwide, extensive experience of market development activities, and expertise in project design and management. Her range of experiences has included work in economic impact, market analysis, training, site selection, permits, licensing and certification, immigration procedures, financial incentives, technology and manufacturing support. Nancy has also worked extensively with business incubators, government agencies, and overseas consultants and service providers.

Previously, Nancy served as Director of International Marketing and Trade Development for the Maryland Department of Agriculture, where she advised the Secretary, Governor’s Office and other state officials on activities and policies t enhance Maryland’s international trade. She also worked with the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Maryland, and with Stanley Associates in many international locations, including Moscow, where she trained US Foreign Service personnel assigned to the newly independent states. Nancy has lived and worked in countries around the globe, and has held positions with the USAID/Africa Bureau and DevTech Systems. She served with the Peace Corps in Nicaragua and Sierra Leone.

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High Street Partners

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International Development:

Working in the international marketplace used to be reserved for the large corporations, not any more. Companies are expanding overseas much earlier than they did 10 years ago. Opportunities and competition both come from the international marketplace. If you don’t have an international strategy, your competitors do. Market Access and Financial Risk are two key factors in the decision to look internationally. Learn avenues and resources to assess markets, determine which markets are best for your company and what financial issues need to be addressed before you take the leap.