Adjusting U.S. Expansion & Hiring During Political Uncertainty
BOSTON, MA (November 7, 2024) – Foothold America, a premium provider of U.S. expansion solutions for international businesses, has been invited to moderate a key panel at the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, the United States government’s highest-profile event promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) in America.
The Summit, scheduled for May 11-14, 2025, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, will bring together over 5,000 participants from more than 95 international markets, including government leaders, business executives, and economic development organizations.
Joanne M. Farquharson, President and CEO of Foothold America, will moderate the “Investment Fundamentals: Expanding Your U.S. Operations Strategically” panel. With decades of experience advising small and medium-sized businesses on U.S. hiring, employee benefits, insurance, labor law compliance, and risk management, Farquharson brings deep expertise in helping international companies navigate U.S. market entry.
“Being invited to moderate this panel at SelectUSA Summit 2025 reflects our commitment to simplifying U.S. expansion for international businesses,” said Farquharson. “We are honored to contribute to this prestigious event and share our expertise with the global business community. The SelectUSA Investment Summit provides an invaluable platform for international businesses seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of U.S. market entry.“
Since 2015, Foothold America has successfully assisted hundreds of businesses across various sectors, including Life Sciences & Pharma, Technology & Engineering, Financial Services, Media & Advertising, and Recruitment, in establishing and growing their U.S. presence.
The annual SelectUSA Investment Summit features a comprehensive program of plenary sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. It focuses on immediate and long-term strategies for successful market entry and sustainable growth in the United States.
About Foothold America
Foothold America enables international businesses to expand into the U.S. market quickly and compliantly. With offices in the U.S., U.K., and Europe, the company provides real people, not just platforms, offering expert guidance through every stage of U.S. market entry. Their solutions support businesses from initial market entry through maturity, adapting to meet changing needs while ensuring complete compliance with the complex regulatory requirements of all 50 states.
About SelectUSA Investment Summit
The SelectUSA Investment Summit is the highest-profile event promoting foreign direct investment in the United States. The Summit brings together companies worldwide, economic development organizations from across the U.S., and other parties working to facilitate business investment in the United States.
For more information, please contact:
Joanne Farquharson
President & CEO, Foothold America
