Wednesday, 2 June, 2021 - 09:30 to 12:30
Export Academy Event
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Are you new to export?
Register onto our fully-funded Export Academy Programme to start your exporting journey today! Sign up here..
The Export Academy, from the Department for International Trade (DIT), gives new, novice and in-experienced exporting businesses the know-how to sell to customers around the world with confidence.
You will graduate from the programme with a completed export action plan, enabling you to take your business direct to international customers. This plan will be the culmination of everything you have learnt on the programme, from online events including:
- A wide range of national and local webinars tailored to your business needs.
- Round tables, networking and group mentoring from DIT and inspirational SMEs who are enjoying the successes of selling overseas.
- Access to dedicated Export Academy Advisers to help fast-track your journey.
- Chance to join virtual trade missions and apply for grants and funding.
Our courses are free, and you’ll learn directly from experts in international trade who are on hand to provide support across a range of sectors and businesses.
Access our latest workshops:
PART 1 - 2nd June 09:30-12:30, will cover: The benefits of exporting and the potential barriers. We will also explore how to select the right target markets and conduct market research.
- The benefits of exporting and the potential barriers
- How to select the right target markets and conduct market research
- An introduction to the basic procedures associated with exporting products and services
- The different routes to market available and how to select the most appropriate options
PART 2 - 9th June 09:30-12:30, will cover: How to set the right price for a product or service and understanding International Commercial terms. It will also cover customs procedures, tariffs and export controls.
Export Academy Support:
Here at the Department for International Trade, our Export Academy Advisers are always on hand to support businesses with their export strategy plans. We have 6 Export Academy Advisers in the West Midlands, with the specialist knowledge and expertise to help businesses sell to international customers.
Export Academy Advisers and Regions:
Black Country - Arun Dhunna (Arun.Dhunna@mobile.trade.gov.uk)
The Marches - John Wigley
(j.wigley@wmchambers.co.uk)
Birmingham & Solihull - Mark Burkett (m.burkett@wmchambers.co.uk)
Staffordshire - Raj Theper
(Raj.Theper@mobile.trade.gov.uk)
Herefordshire & Worcestershire - Awlhad Miah (Awlhad.Miah@mobile.trade.gov.uk)
Coventry & Warwickshire - James Ahearne (J.Ahearne@wmchambers.co.uk)
The programme also includes 1:1 support from our Export Academy advisers, which can be tailored to business needs. The programme is for managers and decision makers within companies across the Midlands and East of England.
If you would like any further information please contact your Export Adviser, or call 0345 222 0159.
Sign up today to start your exporting journey!
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