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Building in Chicago: Embracing the US adventure and spirit

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So I hatched plans to grow the concept in other US cities, initially Baltimore, then Atlanta and North Carolina (Charlotte). As the business reached its near-death experience in 2005/06 we switched our US compensation model from salary/commission to pure commission. Our initial foray outside of Washington in Baltimore went poorly.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Carolinas Put Out A Welcome Mat for Business from Far East

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Over the last ten years, international investment and job creation has accounted for about 15 percent of all investment and jobs in North Carolina, amounting to more than $10 billion in investment and 47,000 jobs. Export Assistance Center in Charlotte also works with companies to enhance export opportunities. million American jobs.