Strategic Location Selection and Location Incentives

The United States continues to offer attractive growth and investment opportunities for German companies. At the same time, entering the U.S. market involves important strategic decisions: Which location best fits your business model? What incentive programs and location benefits are available? And how can investments be structured strategically and economically from the outset?

In this practical webinar, you will gain an overview of key factors involved in site selection and business expansion in the U.S. Experts from GACC South, an experienced U.S. attorney, and a German company with first-hand U.S. market experience will examine the process from different perspectives—from location strategy and incentives to negotiations and lessons learned from implementation.

Site Selection and Strategic Market Expansion

Which factors should companies consider when selecting a U.S. location? Experts from GACC South will explain how considerations such as market access, proximity to customers and suppliers, workforce availability, infrastructure, cost structures, and regional conditions can be incorporated into a well-informed site selection strategy.

Location Incentives and Negotiation Strategies from a Legal Perspective

Many U.S. states and municipalities offer attractive incentive programs for international investors. However, the support available often depends heavily on the location, investment volume, and planned job creation.

Our guest speaker, an experienced U.S. attorney specializing in economic development and corporate site selection, will provide insights into:

• state and local incentive programs
• tax and economic development incentives
• typical negotiation processes with public authorities and economic development organizations
• strategies for maximizing potential incentive packages
• legal and contractual considerations companies should address early in the process

Lessons from Practice

A German company will also share first-hand experience from its own U.S. market entry journey—from strategic decisions and challenges during the site selection process to the most important lessons learned along the way.

Interactive Q&A

Following the presentations, participants will have the opportunity to ask the speakers questions directly and discuss specific topics related to site selection, investment, and incentives in the U.S.

Take advantage of this opportunity to gain practical insights from consulting, legal, and corporate perspectives and learn what truly matters when making a successful location decision in the U.S.