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California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

The International Affairs and Trade unit within GO-Biz is the state’s primary point of contact for trade, foreign direct investment, and international affairs. The unit works to create jobs and increase revenues for California enterprises by implementing a comprehensive export and investment strategy in coordination with key regional partners.

Emily Desai

Deputy Director for International Affairs and Trade

Phone: 916-322-0559

emily.desai@gobiz.ca.gov

Emily Desai

Team

Mariana Guevara

Export Program Manager/ California State Trade Expansion Program Manager
Phone: 916-397-8085
Mariana.Guevara@gobiz.ca.gov

Jonathan Gasca

International Trade Specialist
Phone: 916-233-9899
Jonathan.Gasca@gobiz.ca.gov

Diana Dominguez

California Trade and Investment Representative - Americas
Phone: 279-666-9104
diana.dominguez@gobiz.ca.gov

Henan Li

California Trade and Investment Representative – Asia
Phone: 279-777-6308
Henan.Li@gobiz.ca.gov

Patricia Utterback

California Trade and Investment - Europe, Middle East, Africa, India
Phone: 916-432-0891
Patricia.Utterback@gobiz.ca.gov

David Pasquini

International Industry Engagement Manager
Phone: 916-957-6473
David.Pasquini@gobiz.ca.gov

Brenden Jacoby

Foreign Investment Analyst
Phone: 916-507-5943
Brenden.Jacoby@gobiz.ca.gov

Offices

State of California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

1325 J Street Suite 1800
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: 916-445-2400

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