JOIN ENTERPRISE FLORIDA ON AN EXPORT SALES MISSION TO BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA | NOVEMBER 18 – 21, 2019

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Bradenton Area EDC invites businesses to join export sales mission to the Netherlands

The Bradenton Area Economic Development Corp. (EDC), in collaboration with Enterprise Florida, invites Florida manufacturers and companies in the marine and life sciences industries to participate in an export sales mission to the Netherlands, November 14-15, 2019. Space is limited to the first 10 companies to register.

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Join Nathaniel Friends to learn how to seal the deal with more than a handshake.  At the end of the series, you’ll be armed with an understanding of the essential clauses three types of agreement (sales representative, distributorship and licensing); how to structure an agreement that clearly communicates the terms, including payment and performance; and how to contractually protect your intellectual property. This series will boost your confidence negotiating with international purchasers and distributors — and explaining to your colleagues back home the great sale you just made!

When:  9:00-10:30 AM, October 3 (sales representative agreements), 17 (distributorship agreements) and 31 (licensing agreements)

Where: National Entrepreneur Center, 3201 E. Colonial Drive, Suite A-20, Orlando, FL 32803

Registration:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/setting-up-for-success-international-contracts-103-1017-1031-tickets-69106853459

Bradenton Area EDC’s Global Business Development Committee is hosting a luncheon to discuss doing business in the Netherlands. Hear from Ruth Emmerink, Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Boudewijn Brath, Director Southeast USA - Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency, and get questions answered on what it’s like to do business in the Netherlands. Also, hear from the EDC’s Max Stewart on the EDC’s upcoming trade mission to the Netherlands.

*Due to limited seating RSVP’s will be confirmed on a case to case basis*

For more information click the link below:

https://bradentonareaedc.com/netherlands-export-sales-mission/

Learn the many financing options open to you so that you choose the most acceptable one for both your company and your international buyers. This seminar will detail the products, programs and services available to mitigate risks associated with export transactions, from letters of credit; documentary collections; working capital loans; foreign receivables insurance; IC-DISC tax program; export grants; and more.

Date:   September 19, 2019   Time:   8:00 am to 12:00 pm   Location:   13805 58th Street North Clearwater, Florida   Cost:   $20, includes continental breakfast   Contact:   Sandra Campbell 727.893.3738, Sandra.Campbell@trade.gov Registration:   Click Here

 

 

"Doing Business in Brazil" Webinar

Presentation: U.S. Commercial Service Specialists - U.S. Consulate Sao Paulo

 

 

 

Is your company interested in the Brazilian market?

Tune into a one-hour webinar on the current state of the Brazilian economy and information on the City of São Paulo. Commercial Specialists in Brazil will discuss best industry sectors and answer questions regarding exporting your goods or services. We encourage you to use this webinar to learn more about participating in the Global Tampa Bay Trade Mission to São Paulo this August!

 

Date: Friday, June 7

Time: 2:30 pm EST

RSVP for webinar link: mlawson@tampaedc.com

 

 

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Upcoming Trade Mission

São Paulo, Brazil

        August 12 - 15, 2019

 

 

Mission will include customized one-on-one meetings with potential buyers or distributorsin São Paulo, Brazil.

 

Submit a Gold Key questionnaire now for the U.S. Commercial Service to research your company's potential in the South American market prior to registration!

 

Deadline to Register: 

June 17

 

CLICK HERE FOR THE TRADE MISSION BROCHURE

  

Contact Madison Lawson at 

mlawson@tampaedc.com or at (813) 518-2668 for more details.

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Learn more about our export missions at www.globaltampabay.com

 

 

Much has changed in business since 1922, but etiquette remains just as relevant today. Knowing the business culture of a country very important. You never want to lose a deal because you did not know the proper local etiquette! A panel of distinguished experts will share their experience on how to make the right impression, and avoid being seen as the “ugly American” when pursuing business opportunities in South America and the Caribbean. Lunch will be served. Registration fee $10.

Organizer: Central Florida International Trade Office

Contact: Chris Leggett | chris@cfito.org

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Trade Relations, is proud to announce in support of the Trade Facilitation and Enforcement Act, the National Commodity Specialist Division will be providing the trade community with 35 educational webinars. Each will be focused on a specific commodity and presented by the respective National Import Specialist.

A Walk through Chapter 59 - Wednesday, May 22, 2019, 1:30-3:00pm EDT

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Seafood Products of Chapter 3 and 16 - Thursday, May 23, 2019, 1:30-2:30pm EDT

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Water Sport Equipment and Water Craft - Wednesday, May 29, 2019, 1:30-2:30pm EDT

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Chapter 67; Odds and Ends - Thursday, May 30, 2019, 1:30-2:30pm EDT

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Registration for the other months are forthcoming.