Empowering you to build a brighter future

Supporting leaders,
building businesses

 

Belwest is a Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce serving thirteen western US states. Our doors are open to all businesses, whatever their size, location, or nationality, and we support our members through expansion services, effective networking, and advocacy.

Belwest helps professionals set up and grow their businesses by identifying unique opportunities in the heart of Europe, across the US, and around the globe. We act as a reliable point of contact, leveraging our network, building meaningful relationships, and guiding entrepreneurs toward opportunities for success.

A vast community

Belwest is a private Californian non-profit, and covers the states of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming, as well as the US territories of American Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands.

 

Official partners & Affiliations

 

Three missions

 

Support businesses through networking and dedicated community events

    • Organize networking events where members can meet other professionals, investors, and community stakeholders

    • Act as a reliable point of contact and source of introductions

    • Mobilize our community for the benefit of all its members

    • Tailored business referrals

    • Guidance on working smarter

    • A place in a diverse, interesting community that is invested in your success

Advocate and be a bridge to other communities and countries

    • Act as a strong, unified voice representing Belgian and European businesses on the West Coast and beyond

    • Create meaningful relationships and partnerships with similar networks and institutions

    • Bridge two of the world’s largest innovation hubs: the American West and Europe

    • Existing connections to help build your business abroad

    • Access to qualified, high-level connections

    • Identification of lucrative opportunities

Offer on-demand services and special events to generate business growth

    • Trade missions and road shows

    • Market research

    • Business address and office services

    • Legal advice

    • J1 visa services

    • US employee leasing for foreign companies

    • Access to Venture Capitalists

    • Referrals and introductions

    • Trade show assistance

    • Event planning

    • Marketing, branding, digital campaigns, etc.

    • Better preparation to set up a business in the US

    • Save time during the early stages of starting or expanding your company

    • Marketing support for a better chance at success

 

Become a member

Be a part of the Belwest community and grow your business with liked-minded professionals who will help you find the right connections, so you can thrive.

  • Four different levels to satisfy every need, whether you’re an established Los Angeles-based business owner or European student looking for virtual learning opportunities. More Info.

  • Belwest offers the best of traditional chamber of commerce services, tailored to your needs, while also innovating to help you overcome your business challenges more easily.

  • Multi-profile business groups by vertical and affinity, both in-person and virtual. Each group fosters connection and conversation to help members network and optimize potential synergies. More info.

Become a partner

From founders to ambassadors and supporters, choose the best tier for your brand, leverage our network, and even create and lead your own SIG (Special Interest Group).

 
  • Be the focus of an event and generate your best opportunities with us while supporting transatlantic entrepreneurship.

  • Get privileged access to leaders at the municipal, county, state, and federal level in the United States or city, country, or Commission level in Belgium, Luxembourg, and Europe.

  • Give back to the community, help students, young entrepreneurs, and startups by help us help them.

Get in touch

We look forward to answering your questions about how Belwest can help your business.

Email
contact[at]belwest.org

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+1 310 496 7525