INTERNATIONAL TRADE: October 16, 2017

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October 16, 2017

Featured Mission

Arab Health Exhibition

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Dates: January 26-February 3, 2018
Location: Dubai, UAE
Cost: $6,500 per person
Registration Deadline: October 20, 2017 

 

Expand into one of the world’s biggest health care markets by attending the largest medical show in the Middle East. Over 4,000 exhibitors will participate from 70 countries and over 100,000 health care professionals from over 158 countries will attend.
 
Participants benefit from customized appointments with prospective partners, distributors, and buyers, pre-visit market research, consultation to understand the company’s objectives of participation, and vetted individual daily appointments.
 
The participation fee includes a company kiosk within the Michigan booth including customized graphics, customized matchmaking meetings, international airfare, hotel accommodations, and a welcome reception.
 
Click here for mission details and click here registration, or contact Chris Bosio, MEDC
Phone – 517.348.9256
Email – bosioc@michigan.org

2018 At a Glance

 Note our 2018 activities and stay tuned for more upcoming details

 Mexico Trade Mission – February 26-March 2, 2018

Questions? Contact Zoë Munro, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers
Phone – 312.407.0177
Email – zmunro@gsgp.org


 Hannover Messe – April 23-27, 2018

Questions? Contact Lisa Lasser, Automation Alley at LasserL@automationalley.com 


 South Africa and Tanzania Trade Mission – June 1-9, 2018

Questions? Contact Zoë Munro, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers
Phone – 312.407.0177
Email – zmunro@gsgp.org


Eurosatory Trade Mission – June 11-15, 2018

Questions? Contact Jeanne Broad, MEDC
Phone – 313.258.7947
Email – broadj@michigan.org


Europe Trade Mission – September 2018

Questions? Contact Eve Lerman, USDOC at Eve.Lerman@Trade.gov

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UPS X-Port Challenge 2017

 

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Showcase your company’s products and learn more about UPS’ International capabilities in an shark tank-style competition with prizes of export credits up to $10,000 and the chance to compete in a National Pitch-Off with cash prizes up to $25,000. 

Registration ends: October 20, 2017

Learn more about the export opportunity and register for the event here.  

 

Partner Events

Webinar – Trading with Africa: Why & How

NASBITE International
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Time: 2pm – 3pm EST
Cost: Free

 

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This webinar will elaborate on some of the key sectors that US companies can penetrate in different countries in Africa. The keynote speaker, Dimy Doresca, Director, Institute for International Business at University of Iowa, will explain why the continent of Africa offers lucrative markets to US companies. Finally, Mr. Doresca will discuss the entry modes into African countries. This webinar will be worth 1 CEU towards CGBP re-certification.

Click here for details and registration


Webinar – Setting Up a Successful Letter of Credit: What Every Exporter Needs to Know

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U.S. Commercial Services
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Time: 2pm – 3pm EST
Cost: $25

 

Learn how to set up a successful letter of credit. Exporters will learn what the right questions to ask and negotiate the key terms and conditions up front in a letter of credit, as well as understand "Payment Terms" as it relates to when you are paid.   Mr. Richard “Chip” Thomas, International banker and founder of The American Export Training Institute, AETI, will speak on topics of paying, negotiating and confirmation functions as well as issue, expiry, shipment and presentation dates. 

Click here for details and registration


Webinar – 2018 Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit (A&DSS)

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U.S. Commercial Services
Date: Wednesday, October 18,2017                                                
Time: 11am EST
Cost: Free

 

Sign up for the free webinar to learn more about how A&DSS will benefit your company and to speak directly with the summit organizers, BCI Aerospace. On this webinar, you will hear from Boeing, BCI Aerospace, and the US Commercial Service.

Click here for details and registration


Seminar – Growing Your Business through Exports

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Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Location: St. Clair County Community College
Welcome Center Rooms 206/208
Time: 9am - 10am EST
Cost: Free

 

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) International Trade Services supports Michigan businesses that want to start or expand export activities with initiatives to:

• Increase awareness of export opportunities and resources
• Strengthen the knowledge and skills required for success in international markets
• Introduce Michigan companies to promising export markets
• Deliver on-the-ground support in key Michigan export markets
• Arrange financial assistance for qualified export development activities

Please RSVP to bseymore@edascc.com


Luncheon – Tommy Remengesau Jr., President of Republic of Palau

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World Affairs Council of Western Michigan
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Time: 12pm – 1:45pm EST
Location: Paul A. Johnson Conference Center
L.V. Eberhard Center, Grand Valley State University
Cost: $25
 
Click here for details and registration

 


Conference – Integr8: Global Industry 4.0

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Automation Alley
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017
Time: 7:30am – 6pm EST
Location: Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
Cost: $349

 

Learn from the world's foremost Industry 4.0 thought leaders as they discuss the smart technologies shaping our future at Integr8™, Automation Alley’s one-of-a-kind, global conference focused on the eight technologies currently disrupting the manufacturing industry. Integr8™ will educate and inspire attendees on the advantages and benefits of implementing advanced manufacturing technologies on our factory floors.

Click here for details and registration


Seminar – Export Controls: ITAR & EAR Training

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Van Andel Global Trade Center
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017
Time:  8am – 3:30pm EST
Location: 201 Front Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Cost: Member - $225 / Non-Member $350

Gain knowledge, or increase your expertise, in the areas of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Are you interested in learning about the numerous changes that have taken place with export controls and regulations? If you are engaging in or considering entering defense contracting and service support this program is for you. Join us for this full-day seminar to learn more about International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ITAR & EAR Regulatory Changes, ITAR & EAR Exemptions and more.

Click here for details and registration 


Lunch and Learn – Focus on Israel

Automation Alley
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Time:  12pm – 1:30pm EST
Location: Automation Alley
2675 Bellingham Drive, Troy, MI 48083 

Please join Sherwin Pomerantz, President of Atid EDO Ltd in Jersualem, for a small group interactive discussion to promote awareness of export opportunities and strategies for doing business in the Israel market. Israel is a technologically advanced market economy, with high-tech and defense offering continued opportunities for US/Israel commercial partnerships, especially in: ICT technologies, safety and security equipment and services, renewable energy technologies, defense equipment, medical technologies and biotechnology products

Questions? Contact Jeanne Broad, MEDC
Phone – 313.258.7947
Email – broadj@michigan.org


For more information about the MEDC International Trade Services

Visit our website or contact export@michigan.org or your regional International Trade Manager.

 

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