Travel with GVSU’s Van Andel Global Trade Center and select businesses to begin business relationships with potential agents, distributors or other strategic partners in Seoul, South Korea.
Why choose South Korea?
- Republic of Korea's USO 1.4 trillion economy relies heavily on international trade.
- From 2006 and 2016, trade between South Korea and Michigan grew by USO 425 million.
- In 2016, South Korea purchased USO 976 million worth of Michigan products, and is the state's fourth largest source of goods.
- South Korea ranks highly in personal safety,job security,and ease of doing business.
- Consistent placement on the top 10 countries for Michigan exports, South Korea provides exciting opportunities for Michigan businesses.
Details:
Date: Monday, October 23- 27, 2017
Cost: $2,900 per person, a non-refundable application fee of $1,000 is due by August 2,2017
- The application fee may be eligiblefor 2017 STEP Reimbursement. Contact vagtc@gvsu.edu for details.
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Full payment to be remitted by October 6, 2017.
- Fee does NOT include international and domestic airfare,visa, hotel, some in-country transportation not stipulated above,most meals and incidentals
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DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, August 4th, 2017
For more details or to register please visit gvsu.edu/vagtc.
Expand your business to one of the world’s leading manufacturing powerhouses with help from Automation Alley.
Participating trade mission companies will travel to San Luis Potosi for business meetings with potential customers and buyers and then head to Leon for the Automotive Supply Forum 2017 held by the Automotive Cluster of Guanajuato.
Our award-winning trade mission program introduces small and medium-size businesses to high-growth markets and opportunities to expand abroad. These missions have generated over $783 million in export sales for local companies.
Silvia Alonso, with the Michigan Mexico Center will be in Michigan August 14-17, 2017. To schedule a one-on-one consultation, please contact your regional International Trade Manager.
- August 14 & 15 - Grand Rapids
- August 17 - Ann Arbor
- August 16 & 18 - Troy
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Why choose Mexico?
Join our trade mission to Mexico, a nation with an especially strong demand for automotive, advanced materials, clean tech and environmental quality, design, engineering and advanced manufacturing services, IT and information communication technologies.
Doing Business in Mexico Roundtable
Join this business roundtable event, Friday, August 18th, where insightful information about the market will be provided and have all of your questions about the trade mission answered.
When: August 18 from 9 a.m. to 11a.m.
Keynote: Ms. Silvia Alonso with the Michigan Mexico Center
Continental Breakfast will be provided.
Registration: RSVP to Lisa Lasser, lasserl@automationalley.com or Eriola Fishman, fishmane@automationalley.com. Must register to attend as space is limited.
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Join the Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers trade mission to Brazil and Argentina from Sunday, November 5th through Saturday, November 11. Save valuable time and money by letting the Conference's Trade Representatives provide you with market intelligence and a customized schedule of B2B meetings to meet with prospective customers, business partners and industry leaders. Mission participants will also benefit from networking events and logistical support provided by the conference.
Mission registration deadline is Monday, September 11, 2017.
Why Brazil and Argentina?
Brazil:
- Fifth largest population in the world of 202 million represents nearly 3 percent of the global consumers
- Natural affinity for the United States and Canada with high regard to our products, brand and technology
Argentina:
- Resource-rich country with valuable potential
- Digitally capable to support business efforts with high internet and smart phone penetration
- Infrastructure renewal provides opportunity for exporters of equipment and services for roads, ports, railroads, telecommunications, water and sanitation, and electric power
Expenses
Mission participation fee for Michigan companies:
- U.S. $1,350 per person
- Each additional participant U.S. $400
This includes group ground transport, networking events, briefing and logistical assistance. Travel, individual transportation, interpreters, hotel and meals NOT included.
To learn more, join the FREE Webinar this Thursday
Tune in this Thursday, July 27th, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT.
Leverage your business edge by participating in a FREE overview of doing business in Argentina and Brazil provided by the in-market Trade Representatives of the Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers. Learn from the experts about the business environment in each country and opportunities in key industry sectors
Register for the webinar here.
The MEDC International Trade Team encourages you to attend Discover Global Markets: U.S. Manufacturers to Europe & Beyond, taking place in Cleveland, Ohio, Sept. 18 – 20, 2017.
Discover Global Markets is the most effective way to gain immediate feedback on your company’s export viability in over 15 markets around the world. Economic experts stationed in U.S. Embassies will counsel your company one-on-one to offer market entry strategies, discuss challenges for U.S. companies in their market, and suggest next steps for your export strategy.
The conference features a dynamic mix of keynote speakers, sector- specific breakout sessions, “ask the experts” and OEM panels, and plenty of time built in for networking with your peers. In just two days, attendees of Discover Global Markets: Europe & Beyond will uncover new exporting opportunities, learn from seasoned exporters, and connect with hundreds of networking contacts.
Discover Global Markets is the U.S. Department of Commerce’s flagship event series for U.S. exporters. The event is managed by the U.S. Commercial Service, part of the International Trade Administration devoted to helping U.S. companies sell their “Made in the USA” products around the world.
Details
Where: Cleveland, Ohio
Date: Monday, September 18 through Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Cost: $395 per person
Register today using code ‘MEDC’
Setting up New and Sustainable Foreign Revenue
Growing revenue through foreign buyers is attainable, but EVEN BETTER NEWS...developing a strategy is manageable and can be done with confidence. Ignite the brainstorming process and gain some insights on how to make export opportunities turn into real, sustainable sales. Who should attend? Any company representative responsible for ensuring "export readiness." This includes existing exporters who are strategically approaching additional foreign market considerations. Also, managers looking at how to integrate in-house staff in the exporting process.
Details
When: Tuesday, August 1st, 2017: 9:30am-11:30am
Where: Boyne City, MI
Presenter: Laura Deierlein, NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) and President of SPROUTwide LLC.
Contact Anne Helbig at ann.helbig@networksnorthwest.org or (231)929-5046 for more information.
Or visit exportmi.org/events
Participation in an international trade show can be one of the most productive ways to discover opportunities in a foreign market. There is no replacement for meeting and having first-hand contact with serious, potential clients from around the world. IS YOUR COMPANY READY?
Details
When: Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017: 9:30am-11:30am
Where: Boyne City, MI
This workshop covers:
- How to identify opportunities as well as hurdles
- Knowing when, how and why to exhibit
- Key actions for effective planning of pre-show and post-show management
- Resources to help with research and making connections
- Planning earning goals and expectations
- Upcoming trade delegations organized for Michigan companies
- Eligibility for grants to help pay for international marketing expenses
Contact Anne Helbig at ann.helbig@networksnorthwest.org or (231)929-5046 for more information.
Or visit exportmi.org/events.
Join us for a half-day, Doing Business in the United Kingdom conference as we discuss the UK’s current business climate and what the future may hold for U.S. businesses.
The birthplace of the industrial revolution, the United Kingdom remains a great power and one of the world’s leading economies – ranked as the fifth largest. Currently, the UK has few trade barriers and ranks high in ease of doing business. Due to its cultural and economic heritage, the UK enjoys market diversification, protections, and stability similar to the U.S. As a result, the U.S.-UK investment relationship is the largest in the world with more than USD 1 trillion as of 2014. The UK is Michigan’s 9th largest export market and grew from USD 732 million in 2013 to USD 878 million in 2016, providing many opportunities for Michigan businesses looking to expand their export markets.
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Details
When: Monday, August 14, 2017
Where: 50 Front Ave SW Suite 1054
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Cost: $120.00
Europe Center Director, Terry Potter will be in Michigan August 14-17, 2017. To schedule a one-on-one consultation, please contact your regional International Trade Manager.
- August 15 Grand Rapids
- August 16 Troy
- August 17 Ann Arbor
For more information & registration visit gvsu.edu/vagtc
This educational program is designed to help businesses identify legal and compliance issues that are relevant as businesses pursue export opportunities. Join Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC and special guest speakers for an interactive workshop to learn tips and tools to ensure compliance. Seminar is free, but registration is required.
TRADEMARK/SERVICE MARK READINESS:
- Discussion of types of intellectual property
- Importance of protecting intellectual property, specifically name and trademark, in international markets
- Process and time frame for protecting intellectual property internationally, including alternative strategies, Resources available to help combat infringement
- Tips on avoiding costly litigation and disputes related to U.S. and international trademark infringement
FOREIGN AGENT/DISTRIBUTOR CONTRACT CHECKLIST:
- Top 12 most important issues to address in contracts with foreign business partners
- How U.S. laws and regulations will impact the relationship
- Resources available to help with due diligence regarding foreign business partners
- A foreign agent/distributor contract checklist
Details
When: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 1700 E. Beltline NE #200 Grand Rapids, MI 49525
To register, click here
Join GVSU’s Van Andel Global Trade Center for the next installment of the 2017 Culture & Coffee series!
Each Culture & Coffee training session covers how-tos and best practices for doing business abroad along with cultural nuances business professionals face while traveling.
Fresh coffee and a continental breakfast will be served during each training as VAGTC believes some of the best conversations take place over a good cup of coffee!
Details
When: Tuesday, September 14, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where: Grand Rapids, MI
Cost: Member Price $20 / Non-Member Price $35
For more information or to register, click here.
For more information about the MEDC International Trade Services
Visit; http://www.michiganbusiness.org/grow/international-trade-services or contact export@michigan.org or your regional International Trade Manager.
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