Council of American States in Europe

Helping European Companies invest in the U.S.

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About CASE

The Council of American States in Europe was founded to promote the US as a destination for foreign companies to expand their business.
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Why invest in the USA?

The United States is the world's largest economy with a GDP of over $20 trillion and a population and consumer market of more than 331 million people.
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Our Member States

The Council of American States in Europe has an active membership of 18 U.S. states with full-time offices in different European countries.
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Mission Statement

To assist European companies exploring a new or expanded business in the U.S.A., while promoting the economic development interests of member states and their local communities.

Who we are:
The Council of American States in Europe (CASE )was established in 1971 by four co-founding members to promote FDI in the U.S.A. as it is a premiere destination for business. CASE today includes the full-time representative offices of 18 U.S. states across Europe. Collectively CASE is made up of almost 50 industry and economic development professionals ready to assist European companies with inquiries in expanding to the U.S. market.

What we do:
Our goal is to create a one-stop shop for companies that would like to invest in the U.S.A.
We provide firms that are interested in establishing or expanding their business footprint in the United States with custom site selection assistance, target industry information, incentive program information, introductions to stateside Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) and referrals to key professional service providers. Our services are performed confidentially and offered free of charge.

U.S. States in Europe

The Council of American States in Europe has an active membership of 18 U.S. states with full-time offices in different European countries.
Feel free to explore what each state has to offer for your company’s business in the U.S.A.:

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Site Selection Assistance

Find the perfect location for starting or rehoming your business in the U.S. CASE presents a wide range of member states which will be more than happy to welcome you.

Travel & Visa Policy

If you wish to manage your U.S. company from the parent company to the subsidiary, visas and often work permits become an important item to be considered.

Legal Framework

The legal system in the U.S. can appear overwhelming at first glance as each state has its own unique set of laws, regulations and administrative procedures.

Employment & Workforce Development

Finding and hiring qualified personnel is one of the most important factors when selecting the ideal location for a successful subsidiary in the United States.

CASE by the numbers.
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18 %
Active Member States

18 %
Industry Sectors
40 %
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Meet the People behind CASE
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Ms. Antje Abshoff

CASE President

Mr. Luigi Mercuri

CASE Vice President

Ms. Marine L'Herrou

CASE Treasurer

How We Work.

CASE works fast to get the information you need in order to make key decisions about the business prospects for your company in the U.S.
Start by sending your inquiry directly from the CASE website. It will immediately be reviewed and passed along to our members for action.

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