GRANITO, a member of the EACC New York, is pleased to announce its successful introduction of one of the larger players under the umbrella of the Consorzio Parmigiano Reggiano into the Colombia, Latin America Market. Focusing on B2B commerce transactions in order to maximize distribution, GRANITO, in collaboration with its international partner, is now negotiating the exclusive distribution agreement for Parmigiano cheese in the Colombian market. GRANITO welcomes companies wishing to expand their foreign trade to grow globally with them in...

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For owners of CSFB 2003-C5 bonds, the deal just got a lot more interesting. It was reported today that Metlife Investments will be moving its 850 employees to a new, yet-to-be-constructed office in New Jersey. The firm plans to move 2.5 miles away from its current office to a four-story complex on Whippany Road in Morristown, which will be developed by Vision Real Estate Partners and Rubenstein Partners. MetLife Investments is currently located at 10 Park Avenue in Hanover Township, New Jersey. MetLife is the sole tenant in the 154,766 square-foot building...

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On April 16, the Senate Finance Chairman Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and House Ways and Means Chairman Paul Ryan (R-Wis.)  introduced bipartisan Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) legislation ((Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (S-995))). To see a copy of the full bill and summary, click here.  A companion House bill is expected shortly.  TPA is the first step necessary to finalize the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) (11 countries) and European Union Free Trade...

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The NYS Energy Research and Development Authority has created programs that offer incentives for both new construction and existing facilities that meet specific energy efficiency standards. Additionally, the NY Power Authority is offering lower cost electricity to businesses and Not-for-Profit Corporations that plan to expand operations in the State. PROGRAM DETAILS: New Construction Program (NCP): Provides technical assistance and financial incentives for energy-efficient electric equipment installations in new and substantially renovated commercial and industrial buildings. Up to $16M in funding available. Eligibility: • New...

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By Pia Padfield, Associate in the London Office of Ogletree Deakins Spring is always a time for new beginnings; the end of the financial year and the start of a new one, election time and the clocks moving forward for daylight savings time. In the UK, Spring also heralds new changes in Employment and Data Protection law. Below are some of the key changes to UK employment law to be aware of. Shared Parental Leave New rights came into force on 1...

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