1. The Magnificent “Peru” By Kenzie Mofford & Jacob Letcher

2. Interesting Facts • The population is 29,399,817 • Poverty • Location

3. Business Meetings • In Peru, always schedule meetings in advance • Just “dropping in” is considered rude • Run on “La Hora Peruana” or “Peruvian Time” • Acceptable to be an hour late to an appointment • Conduct business in a brisk/efficient manner

4. Communication • Most business is conducted in “Español” (official) • Address clients with their title, “Señor” or “Señora” • 3 names: first names, father’s surname, mother’s surname • Use client’s father’s surname for introductions

5. Entertaining • Alcoholic drink called Pisco Sour • Lunch served between 1-2 p.m. • Keep hands on table during lunch meetings • Wait until host makes toast before beginning to drink • If invited to a home in Peru

6. Dress & Appearance • Dress up when going in public • Unacceptable to leave home wearing dirty clothes • Clothes made of hand woven fabrics • Business attire for meetings • Men: suite and tie or dress slacks • Women: skirt or dress

7. Tips & Taboos • Always have business cards printed in Spanish • Express interest in culture of Peru • Ask for approval before taking pictures • Be smart with what you take pictures of • Eye contact • Gift giving

8. Summary • We talked to you about the meetings, communication, entertainment, dress & appearance, and a few tips and taboos that we found about Peru.