FedEx Know and Grow℠: Grow Your International Business Through Export Education Events

Now it’s easier than ever to find the specific knowledge your business needs to go global more strategically and successfully. Through our export education program, you’ve got a direct connection to many practical and insightful export-specific educational programs throughout the year, offered across the U.S.

We've joined forces with ExporTech, Export University, and federal, state and small-business organizations and other carefully vetted providers of export education programming to help you discover:

  • The right markets for you.
  • Ways to navigate the complexities of compliance and regulatory requirements.
  • Financing options to turn hypothetical opportunities into reliable revenue streams.

To get started, choose a region below to see the calendar of events in your preferred area listed by topic.

Featured Event: ExporTech

ExporTech – An Export Acceleration System for Achieving Profitable Growth.  February marks the month for export expansion planning.  Do you believe your product has international sales potential, but don’t know how to get started?  Companies that have gone through the ExporTech program report significant impacts to the bottom lines.  February is a stellar month to gear up for learning how to grow through export expansion planning.  Check the calendar for programs in your area to include, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

ExporTech

Open the Western Region section to see a calendar of upcoming events held in this area. Click a topic to see all the events for that topic.

ShowWestern Region
Plotting Your Export Plan

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 18
June 15 July 20		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion."
  • Session 1 on May 18: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on Jun, 15: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on Jul. 20: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Irvine Chamber of Commerce,
Irvine, CA

Register Contact: Christopher Lynch
949.502.4117
or by email at clynch@irvinechamber.com,
May 22 SFMade Speaker Series - Export Logistics, Financing and Global Marketing 

Facilitated by: San Francisco Made
Description: Join us for a SFMade Export Workshop. This event features a panel of export industry professionals along with the opportunity for networking with other local manufacturers. You will learn about logistics for business planning, export financing, executing your plan overseas and tools and strategies for international business success.

 Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, San Francisco, CA
Register

More Information, contact Kate Sofis

415.987.7004
or by email at kate@sfmade.org

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Financing Your International Growth

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
Oct. 3 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.

 Grand Hyatt,
Seattle, WA
Register
Additional Information:
http://www.rgameetings.com/opic

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Regulatory Compliance

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 9-10
 Complying With U.S. Export Controls

Facilitated by Bureau of Industry Security 
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.		 Radisson Hotel
Newport Beach, CA
Register
Information: Deborah Golden
949.660-0144 ext. 110
June 14-15 Complying with U.S. Export Controls 

Facilitated by: Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.

 Holiday Inn,
SeaTac International Airport,
Seattle, WA
Register
Information: Tamara Thompson
Email tamarat@seattlechamber.com
or call 206.389.7301
July 31-Aug 1 Export Controls: Awareness and Application 

Facilitated by: Seattle US Export Assistance Center, Department of Homeland Security and Microsoft. 
Description: You are invited to attend this two day conference designed to help exporters familiarize themselves with export controls rules and regulations in order to avoid violations. New this year, this program will focus on Deemed Exports. The conference will include speakers addressing export control reform.

 Microsoft Conference Center, Redmond, WA
Register

Information: Diane Mooney
Email diane.mooney@trade.gov
or call 206.553.5615. ext. 236

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Conferences and Trade Missions

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 4 World Trade Week: Embracing Global Alliances 

Facilitated by the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce
Description: Celebrate the kickoff of World Trade Week and join more than 400 executives and member of the diplomatic corps at the 86th Annual World Trade Week Kickoff Breakfast. The program is featuring keynote speaker, Amy Liu, Brookings Institute, Washington D.C.		 Omni Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
Registration:
http://events.lachamber.com/sbaweb/
events/events.asp?&id=76086&wpid=-101&cale_id=3384
&details=true&newsession=TRUE
&sid=114187264 

Information: www.worldtradeweek.com

Los Angeles chamber of Commerce 213.580.7569

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Open the Central Region section to see a calendar of upcoming events held in this area. Click a topic to see all the events for that topic.

ShowCentral U.S.
Plotting Your Export Plan 

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
March 15,
April 19,
May 17		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on March 15: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on April 19: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on May 17: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Wisconsin Country Club,
Milwaukee, WI
www.wmep.org
Contact Roxanne Buaman
Phone: 262.442.8279
Email: baumann@wmep.org
April 24,
June 5,
July 30		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on Mar 20: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on Apr 24: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on June 5: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts
 New Mexico State University
Albuquerque Campus
Albuquerque, NM
www.newmexicomep.org 

Ron Burke 505.314.9121
ronaldb@newmexicomep.org 
April 4,
May 2,
June 6		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions and U.S. Commercial Service
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on Apr. 4: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on May 2: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on June 6: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts
 World Trade Center, Rogers Arkansas
www.mfgsolutions.org 

Tovia Chan 501.683.4410
tovia.chan@mfgsolutions.org 
May 23 Export University 201 - Incoterms 2010: The ICC Rules Explained 

Facilitated by: East Michigan District Export Council with the U.S. Commercial Services
Description: This fast-paced, half-day seminar covering the latest revision of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Incoterms® rules will be presented by Frank Reynolds, author of INCOTERMS® for Americans. Frank was the only US member among the legal and business experts serving on the ICC committee that worked 2½ years reviewing 2000+ recommendations from many of the ICC member countries. Registered attendees will receive a copy of the ICC's Incoterms 2010 (a $60 value) and a copy of Incoterms for Americans, by Frank Reynolds (a $60 value).		 Detroit/Wayne Co. Port Authority Register

Additional Information,
contact Richard Corson at
Richard.corson@trade.gov 
or 248-975-9600
June 12,
July 19,
August 16		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on May 15: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on June 14: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on July 26: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Riverwood Crossing,
Waukesha, WI
www.wmep.org
Contact
Joni Geroux
Phone: 715.232.5270
Email:
gerouxj@uwstout.edu
June 12,
July 10,
Aug. 14		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by Dakota Manufacturing Extension Partnership, North Dakota Trade Office, and U.S. Commercial Service
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on June 12: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on July 10: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on Aug. 14: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Fargo, North Dakota
Trade Office, and U.S. Commercial Service

Sharon May, ND Trade Office
701.231.1158
sharon@ndto.com

Linda Liebert-Hall
Dakota MEP
701.214.7258
lindal@dakotamep.com 

Heather Ranck
US Commercial Service
701.239.5080
heather.rank@trade.gov
June 14 Export University 101 

Facilitated by Indiana District Export Council, U.S. Commercial Service 
Description: Export University is designed for new-to-export and small exporting firms that would like to advance on export basics. Attendees will receive a certificate foloowing completion of this course. The Seminar is ideal for marketing and sales management staff, export operations personell, puchasing, logistics and anyone with responsibility for import/export functions. Course goals include: Elavuating export readiness, developing an export marketing plan, coordinating export documentation, understanding shipping and logistics for international orders, export financing and payment risk and legal considerations.

 The Greater Fort Wayne
Chamber of Commerce,
Fort Wayne, IN
Register
Additional Information:
Mark Cooper
Phone: 317.582.2300
Email:
mark.cooper@trade.gov

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Financing Your International Growth

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
Oct. 18, 2012 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.
 Embassy Suites
Chicago - O'Hare/
Rosemont, IL

Register
Additional Information:
www.rgameetings.com/opic

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Regulatory Compliance

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 15-16 Complying with U.S. Export Controls 

Facilitated by: Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.

 Memphis Cook
Convention Center
Register
Information:
Brenda Montgomery
Email
bmontgomery@
memphischamber.com
or call
901.543.3541
May 17 Complying with ITAR - Export of Defense Articles and Services 

Facilitated by: Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Description: This full day program is designed for those who export (or temporarily imposrt) defense articles, defense services, or technical data. The program is intended to enhance participants' understanding of the roll of the DDTC in licensing exports (and temporaty imports) of defense (Munitions) articles and defense services covered by the United States Munitions List (USML). specific topics to be covered will include an overview of DDTC; commodity jurisdictions; registration and eligibility; license preparation; license review process; agreements preparatin; ITAR exemptions and a compliance overview.

 Memphis Cook
Convention Center
Register
Information:
Brenda Montgomery
Email
bmontgomery@
memphischamber.com
or call
901.543.3541

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Conferences and Trade Missions


Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 14 –22, 2012 Trade Winds — Asia 

Facilitated by the U.S. Commercial Service
Description: This official U.S. Department of Commerce conference and multi-sector trade mission is an opportunity to connect to business opportunities in Asia. The business development conference and trade mission will begin in Singapore. Extension opportunities to visit Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam are available.
 Singapore
www.export.gov/pennsylvania/
tradewinds/

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Open the Eastern Region section to see a calendar of upcoming events held in this area. Click a topic to see all the events for that topic.

ShowEastern Region
Plotting Your Export Plan

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 23 Export University 201 - Incoterms 2010: The ICC Rules Explained 

Facilitated by: East Michigan District Export Council with the U.S. Commercial Services
Description: This fast-paced, half-day seminar covering the latest revision of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Incoterms® rules will be presented by Frank Reynolds, author of INCOTERMS® for Americans. Frank was the only US member among the legal and business experts serving on the ICC committee that worked 2½ years reviewing 2000+ recommendations from many of the ICC member countries. Registered attendees will receive a copy of the ICC's Incoterms 2010 (a $60 value) and a copy of Incoterms for Americans, by Frank Reynolds (a $60 value).		 Register
Additional Information,
contact Richard Corson at
Richard.corson@trade.gov 
or 248-975-9600

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Financing Your International Growth

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
Jun 27 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.		 Hilton New York,
New York City
Register
Additional Information:
www.rgameetings.com/opic

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Regulatory Compliance

 

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Conferences and Trade Missions

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info

June
3 - 5

 American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) 91st Annual Conference

Facilitated by American Association of Importers and Exporters Organization
Description: The 91st annual conference of the American Assocation of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) Organization. AAEI, the American Association of Exporters and Importers, is the premier trade organization representing those immediately engaged in and directly impacted by developments pertaining to international trade. Recognized as technical experts regarding the day-to-day facilitation of trade, they will come together for their annual conferece in Crystal City, VA in April 2012.		 Gateway Marriott, Crystal City, VA
www.aaei.org 

Michelle Measel 202.857.8009
mmeasel@aaei.org 

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Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
May 14–22
 Trade Winds — Asia

Facilitated by the U.S. Commercial Service
Description: This official U.S. Department of Commerce conference and multi-sector trade mission is an opportunity to connect to business opportunities in Asia. The business development conference and trade mission will begin in Singapore. Extension opportunities to visit Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam are available.		 Singapore
www.export.gov/
pennsylvania/tradewinds/
May 30–June 1
 International Women’s Forum Conference

Facilitated by the International Women’s Forum Organization
Description: The International Women’s Forum (IWF) advances women’s leadership across careers, cultures and continents by connecting the world’s most pre-eminent women of significant and diverse achievement. The IWF brings together an unprecedented global membership to exchange ideas, to learn and inspire, and to promote better leadership for a changing world. Through the Leadership Foundation, IWF helps prepare future generations of women leaders.		 Rabat, Morocco
www.iwforum.org

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Below is a calendar of upcoming events.

Date Event Name & Description Location & Registration Info
March 15,
April 19,
May 17		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on March 15: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on April 19: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on May 17: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Wisconsin Country Club, Milwaukee, WI
www.wmep.org
Contact Roxanne Buaman
Phone: 262.442.8279
Email: baumann@wmep.org
April 4
May 2 June 6		 ExporTech

Facilitated by Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions and U.S. Commercial Service 
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on Apr. 4: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on May 2: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on June 6: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts
 World Trade Center,
Rogers Arkansas
www.mfgsolutions.org
Tovia Chan
501.683.4410
tovia.chan@mfgsolutions.org 
April 24
June 5
July 30		 ExportTech

Facilitated by New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service 
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on Mar 20: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on Apr 24: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on June 5: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts
 New Mexico State University
Albuquerque Campus,
Albuquerque, NM
www.newmexicomep.org
Ron Burke
505.314.9121
ronaldb@newmexicomep.org
May 16
 Webinar: A Basic Guide to Exporting —Taking Advantage of NAFTA

Facilitated by the Trade Information Center, U.S. Commercial Service
Description: Learn how the North American Free Trade Agreement can help you sell products and services to Mexico and Canada. Topics covered include benefits, determining and interpreting rules of origin, common issues and problems, and how to complete documentation.		 Register

Email:
Doug Barry
doug.barry@trade.gov
or
Linda Abbruzzese
linda.abbruzzese@trade.gov

Or call
1.800.872.8723
May 18
June 15
July 20		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion."
  • Session 1 on May 18: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on Jun, 15: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on Jul. 20: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Irvine Chamber of Commerce,
Irvine, CA

Register
Contact: Christopher Lynch
949.502.4117
or by email at
clynch@irvinechamber.com,
May 22 SFMade Speaker Series - Export Logistics, Financing and Global Marketing 

Facilitated by: San Francisco Made
Description: Join us for a SFMade Export Workshop. This event features a panel of export industry professionals along with the opportunity for networking with other local manufacturers. You will learn about logistics for business planning, export financing, executing your plan overseas and tools and strategies for international business success.

 Port of San Francisco,
Pier 1, San Francisco, CA
Register

More Information,
contact Kate Sofis
415.987.7004
or by email at
kate@sfmade.org
May 23 Export University 201 - Incoterms 2010: The ICC Rules Explained 

Facilitated by: East Michigan District Export Council with the U.S. Commercial Services
Description: This fast-paced, half-day seminar covering the latest revision of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Incoterms® rules will be presented by Frank Reynolds, author of INCOTERMS® for Americans. Frank was the only US member among the legal and business experts serving on the ICC committee that worked 2½ years reviewing 2000+ recommendations from many of the ICC member countries. Registered attendees will receive a copy of the ICC's Incoterms 2010 (a $60 value) and a copy of Incoterms for Americans, by Frank Reynolds (a $60 value).		 Detroit/Wayne Co.
Port Authority
Register

Additional Information,
contact Richard Corson at
Richard.corson@trade.gov 
or 248-975-9600
May 30
 Webinar: A Basic Guide to Exporting — Completing Certificates of Origin (FTA and eCertification)

Facilitated by the Trade Information Center, U.S. Commercial Service
Description: Know the nuances of this often-required export documentation, understand when country-specific forms are required, and learn how to complete both paper and electronic certification.		 Register

Email:
Doug Barry
doug.barry@trade.gov
or
Linda Abbruzzese
linda.abbruzzese@trade.gov

Or call
1.800.872.8723
June 12
July 10
Aug. 14
 ExporTech

Facilitated by Dakota Manufacturing Extension Partnership, North Dakota Trade Office, and U.S. Commercial Service
Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on June 12: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on July 10: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on Aug. 14: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts
 Fargo, North Dakota
Trade Office, and U.S.
Commercial Service

Sharon May, ND Trade Office
sharon@ndto.com
701.231.1158

Linda Liebert-Hall, Dakota MEP
lindal@dakotamep.com
701.214.7258

Heather Ranck,
US Commercial Service
heather.rank@trade.gov 701.239.5080
June 12,
July 19,
August 16		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on May 15: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on June 14: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on July 26: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 Riverwood Crossing,
Waukesha, WI
www.wmep.org
Contact Joni Geroux
Phone:
715.232.5270
Email: gerouxj@uwstout.edu
June 14 Export University 101 

Facilitated by Indiana District Export Council, U.S. Commercial Service 
Description: Export University is designed for new-to-export and small exporting firms that would like to advance on export basics. Attendees will receive a certificate foloowing completion of this course. The Seminar is ideal for marketing and sales management staff, export operations personell, puchasing, logistics and anyone with responsibility for import/export functions. Course goals include: Elavuating export readiness, developing an export marketing plan, coordinating export documentation, understanding shipping and logistics for international orders, export financing and payment risk and legal considerations.

 The Greater Fort Wayne
Chamber of Commerce,
Fort Wayne, IN
Register
Additional Information:
Mark Cooper
Phone: 317.582.2300
Email:
mark.cooper@trade.gov

Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Tariff and Tade Tools Webinar 

Description: This webinar details recent news about the FTAs with Korea, Colombia and Panama, and will help you understand the tariffs your company will face with U.S. FTA Partners, as well as the tools and resources on FTAs developed by the International Trade Administration (ITA).		 Webinar - Archived for
your viewing

Register
June 26,
July 31,
Aug. 28		 ExporTech 

Facilitated by: Manufacturing Extension Partnership and U.S. Commercial Service
"Description: ExporTech jump-starts international sales growth by providing companies with a systematic process for developing and executing a strategic export growth plan for expansion in global markets. During this three-month program, participants work with regional export experts, and each company is assigned a coach to address its specific needs. The goal is to generate export sales within months of the program’s completion.
  • Session 1 on Jun. 26: export strategies, export growth plan and best practices
  • Session 2 on Jul. 31: mechanics of exporting — customized agenda to meet attendee needs
  • Session 3 on Aug. 28: presentation of company export plans to panel of experts

 FedEx Call Center,
Overland Park, KS

Contact Danielle Pierson,
USCS
816.471.5053
danielle.pierson@trade.gov

or Susan Estes, MAMTC
913.967.1230
sestes@mamtc.com 
June 27
 Webinar: A Basic Guide to Exporting — Temporary Exports: Carnet and Other Tools

Facilitated by the Trade Information Center, U.S. Commercial Service
Description: Learn how you can show your products in foreign markets or bring tools of the trade into a foreign country for a limited period of time.		 Register

Email:
Doug Barry
doug.barry@trade.gov
or
Linda Abbruzzese
linda.abbruzzese@trade.gov

Or call
1.800.872.8723
July 11 NAFTA Webinar Series: The Importance of the HS Number, Preference Criteria, NAFTA Certificate of Origin and Essential Documentation for Exporting to Mexico 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn how to select a Harmonized System Number / Schedule B Number, Preference Criteria as well as how to fill out a NAFTA Certificate of Origin and other documentation. You will also learn how to comply with the rules of NAFTA. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Sep 12 NAFTA Webinar Series: Solutions Scenarios: Inbound Warehouses, Sending Samples to Mexico, Trading Companies 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn the benefits of inbound warehouses and trading companies under NAFTA; how to send samples to Mexico without any problems and how to arrive at solutions when exporting to Mexico. You will also be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Dec 12 NAFTA Webinar Series: How to Set Up Agents or Distributors in Mexico, Rules of Having a Direct Employee Present and Tax Implications. 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn how to set up agents, distributors and direct employees in Mexico and the tax implications that might occur in this process. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Jan 9 NAFTA Webinar Series: How to Handle Prolems with Mexican Customs, Dirtributor and Agent Agreements 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn how to handle potential problems with Mexican Customs and understand the possible technical violations and additional duties your shipment might incur at the border. You will also learn how Mexican Customs can hold up your shipment. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Financing Your International Growth
June 13
 Webinar: A Basic Guide to Exporting — Financing Your Exports and Getting Paid

Facilitated by the Trade Information Center, U.S. Commercial Service
Description: No export deal can be considered successful until payment reaches your account. Learn from trade finance experts about the range of payment methods used in export transactions and how to evaluate which is best for your business.		 Register

Email:
Doug Barry
doug.barry@trade.gov
or
Linda Abbruzzese
linda.abbruzzese@trade.gov

Or call
1.800.872.8723
Jun 27 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.		 Hilton New York,
New York City
Register
Additional Information:
www.rgameetings.com/opic
Oct 3 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.

 Grand Hyatt,
Seattle, WA
Register
Additional Information:
http://www.rgameetings.com/opic
Oct. 18, 2012 Expanding Horizons 

Facilitated by: Oversees Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Description: Learn how hundreds of American small businesses have used Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) finance and insurance products to gain access to emerging markets overseas. Discover how you can take advantage of all the products OPIC has to offer to expand internationally while supporting growth at home. Participants will also hear from other U.S. government agencies that offer programs complementary to OPIC, including market research, international partner search, trade financing and feasibility study funding. OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, offers a variety of financial tools including direct loans and political risk insurance, to help businesses invest in new and emerging markets. Since 1971, OPIC has supported nearly $200 billion of investment in thousands of projects in more than 150 countries around the world, generating $74 billion in U.S. exports, and creating jobs in local economies overseas as well as in the U.S.
 Embassy Suites
Chicago - O'Hare/
Rosemont, IL

Register
Additional Information:
www.rgameetings.com/opic
Regulatory Compliance
May 9-10
 Complying With U.S. Export Controls

Facilitated by Bureau of Industry Security 
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.		 Radisson Hotel
Newport Beach, CA
Register
Information: Deborah Golden
949.660-0144 ext. 110
May 15-16 Complying with U.S. Export Controls 

Facilitated by: Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.

 Memphis Cook
Convention Center
Register
Information:
Brenda Montgomery
Email
bmontgomery@
memphischamber.com
or call
901.543.3541
May 17 Complying with ITAR - Export of Defense Articles and Services 

Facilitated by: Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Description: This full day program is designed for those who export (or temporarily imposrt) defense articles, defense services, or technical data. The program is intended to enhance participants' understanding of the roll of the DDTC in licensing exports (and temporaty imports) of defense (Munitions) articles and defense services covered by the United States Munitions List (USML). specific topics to be covered will include an overview of DDTC; commodity jurisdictions; registration and eligibility; license preparation; license review process; agreements preparatin; ITAR exemptions and a compliance overview.

 Memphis Cook
Convention Center
Register
Information:
Brenda Montgomery
Email
bmontgomery@
memphischamber.com
or call
901.543.3541
June 3-5
 American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) 91st Annual Conference

Facilitated by American Association of Importers and Exporters Organization 
Description: The 91st annual conference of the American Assocation of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) Organization. AAEI, the American Association of Exporters and Importers, is the premier trade organization representing those immediately engaged in and directly impacted by developments pertaining to international trade. Recognized as technical experts regarding the day-to-day facilitation of trade, they will come together for their annual conferece in Crystal City, VA in April 2012.		 Gateway Marriott
Crystal City, VA
www.aaei.org
Michelle Measel
202.857.8009
mmeasel@aaei.org 
Jun 13 NAFTA Webinar Series: Roles and Responsibilities of the Importer, Customs Broker and Freight Forwarder 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn how the importer, customs broker and freight forwarder can efficiently and effectively facilitate the export of your products to Mexico and Canada. You will understand the benefits of NAFTA as well as the NAFTA rules and regulations when trading with Canada and Mexico. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
June 14-15 Complying with U.S. Export Controls 

Facilitated by: Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Description: This two-day program is taught by the Bureau of Industry Security’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods.

 Holiday Inn,
SeaTac International Airport,
Seattle, WA
Register
Information: Tamara Thompson
Email tamarat@seattlechamber.com
or call 206.389.7301
July 31-Aug 1 Export Controls: Awareness and Application 

Facilitated by: Seattle US Export Assistance Center, Department of Homeland Security and Microsoft. 
Description: You are invited to attend this two day conference designed to help exporters familiarize themselves with export controls rules and regulations in order to avoid violations. New this year, this program will focus on Deemed Exports. The conference will include speakers addressing export control reform.

 Microsoft Conference Center, Redmond, WA
Register

Information: Diane Mooney
Email diane.mooney@trade.gov
or call 206.553.5615. ext. 236
Oct 10 NAFTA Weinar Series: Compliance, Standards and Regulations to Exporting Goods to Mexico. 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will Learn how to comply with NAFTA's standards and regulations when exporting goods to Mexico as well as the proper documentation and authorization needed at Mexican Customs. You will also be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Nov 14 NAFTA Webinar Series: Complying with Value Declaration Requirements 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will learn about the value declaration requirements for Mexican Customs and understand the impact on U.S. exporters from experts at the Servicio de Administracion Tributaria (SAT) and Aduanas, CAAAREM (Mexican Customs Association). You will also be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Feb 6 NAFTA Webinar Series: NAFTA Labeling Requirements for Exported Goods. 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will understand the NAFTA labeling requirements when exporting your goods and the importance of proper labeling when exporting to Mexico and Canada. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Feb 6 NAFTA Webinar Series: NAFTA Labeling Requirements for Exported Goods. 

Facilitated by: International Trade Administration. 
Description: You will understand the NAFTA labeling requirements when exporting your goods and the importance of proper labeling when exporting to Mexico and Canada. You will be able to ask questions and get answers from the speakers.

 Webinar: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EDT Cost: $25
Register

Contact: Linda Abbruzzese
Email Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov
Conferences and Trade Missions
May 14–22
 Trade Winds — Asia

Facilitated by the U.S. Commercial Service
Description: This official U.S. Department of Commerce conference and multi-sector trade mission is an opportunity to connect to business opportunities in Asia. The business development conference and trade mission will begin in Singapore. Extension opportunities to visit Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam are available.		 Singapore
Register/
tradewinds/ 
May 30–June 1
 International Women’s Forum Conference

Facilitated by the International Women’s Forum Organization
Description: The International Women’s Forum (IWF) advances women’s leadership across careers, cultures and continents by connecting the world’s most pre-eminent women of significant and diverse achievement. The IWF brings together an unprecedented global membership to exchange ideas, to learn and inspire, and to promote better leadership for a changing world. Through the Leadership Foundation, IWF helps prepare future generations of women leaders.		 Rabat, Morocco
www.iwforum.org

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