Secretary Gutierrez Visits Memphis to Highlight U.S. Exports and Need for Colombia Trade Agreement

Memphis, Tenn. (March 14)—Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez met with business leaders in Memphis to discuss the “bright spot” that U.S. exports are providing to the U.S. economy. He emphasized the importance of opening markets, particularly by passing the pending Colombia free trade agreement with Colombia. Joining Gutierrez on a tour of the FedEx Memphis hub facility are Amy Langston, Vice-President Memphis World Hub, and Bill Logue, Executive VP and COO for FedEx Express-United States. (Opinion Editorial) (Fact Sheet) (Photo: Gutierrez Meets with Commercial Appeal Editorial Board)