We have not been able to detect any specific industry, manufacturer, or professional group who establishes a USA "presence" more than another. We have incorporated engineering firms, manufacturers, service providers, currency exchanges, contractors, high tech companies, computer technology firms, exporters, etc. Canadian businessmen have tended to favor Whatcom County to establish subsidiary corporations because of its proximity to Vancouver and the lower mainland. A branch office located in the same geographical area as the parent company, although marketing to the entire United States, is more easily accessible and cost effective to operate and maintain than an office located in another state. Professionals in Whatcom County deal with cross border transactions on a daily basis, as opposed to professionals in geographical locations further south who may deal with international issues infrequently. There is a common belief that a Canadian business becomes "more Canadian" the further south you go!