 Programs in both Detroit and Lansing:
Detroit, Madonna University – Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 14, 2018
Lansing, MSU International Bus Center – Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 22, 2019
ExporTech, the
national export assistance program that helps companies accelerate their growth
in global markets, is returning to Michigan.
ExporTech is a
structured export strategy and business development process that assists 4-8
companies over a 10-week period to develop written strategic plans for export
growth and connect with a wide range of experts to catalyze export sales.
ExporTech™ Program Highlights:
- Only national
program that results in a customized export growth plan for each company
- Designed for
manufacturing and technology company executives
- Intensive,
structured process with workshops, planning tools, and individual coaching
- Connect to a wide
range of local and national resources
- Peer group model
– drives accountability, action, learning, networking
Eligible Michigan SMEs can receive 50 percent reimbursement
travel expenses and participation fee through State Trade Expansion Program
(STEP) grant. For more information, visit www.michiganbusiness.org/services/international-trade.
For the Detroit program, please contact David Newhouse, MEDC International
Trade Manager, at newhoused@michigan.org or
517-331-6715.
For the Lansing program, please contact Jacob Schroeder, MEDC International Trade Manager, at schroederj4@michigan.org or 517-898-7462.
 Israel Defense
Sector Trade Mission
December 1-6, 2018
Hosted by the MEDC, SIBAT,
Michigan Israel Business Accelerator, Michigan Defense Center, and Butzel Long
Visit Israel in a defense sector trade mission this December. Mission participants will get exposure to
Israel’s largest defense companies, tours of command base and testing range,
B2B matchmaking opportunities, networking, and in-country briefings. Meet
counterparts in the fields of robotics, command & control, cyber security,
armored vehicles, homeland security, and more.
Click here for details and registration.
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 Arab Health Trade Show
January 25-February 2, 2019
Expand into one of the world’s biggest health
care markets by attending the largest medical show in the Middle East. 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. Participation also includes a company kiosk within the Michigan booth including
graphics, customized matchmaking meetings, hotel accommodations, and a welcome
reception.
Click here for details and registration.
Save the date!
IDEX 2019, United Arab Emirates - February 17-21, 2019
Experience the largest defense exhibition in the Middle East by joining the Michigan Pavilion at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference.
Queretaro Automotive
Meetings, Mexico - February 19-21, 2019
Join the Michigan booth at a
structured matchmaking event focused around automotive manufacturing.
For more information on either of
these events, contact export@michigan.org.
 Brazil and Colombia Trade Mission
March 24-29, 2019
Hosted by Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers
Join the trade mission to Brazil and Colombia with stops in São Paulo and Bogotá. Mission participants will receive a customized schedule of B2B meetings to meet with prospective
customers and business partners. Mission participants will also benefit from
networking events and logistical support.
Click here for details and registration.
China, Tech, and the
Future of Business
October 10, 2018 | 8:30-10 am
World Affairs Council of Western Michigan
Grand Rapids
Examine China’s emerging role as a leader in scientific and technological innovation, now the second-largest spender in Research and Development. How are tech spaces different in China and the U.S.? How will a tech-savvy China change business and industry worldwide? And how will U.S. businesses adapt?
Click here for details and registration.
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 Michigan-China Mobility Startup Tour - Reception
October 10, 2018 | 5:15-6:45p
PlanetM
Detroit
PlanetM, in partnership with other regional groups will host a group of Chinese mobility startups for a week-long program in Detroit and Ann Arbor. You are invited to join the visiting companies and Michigan-based mobility start-ups for a networking reception.
Click here for details and registration.
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 Basics of NAFTA
October 11, 2018 | 8 am-3:30 pm
Van Andel Global Trade Center
Grand Rapids
Join us for this full-day seminar to learn the NAFTA qualification process for goods and gain a clear understanding of the rules, regulations, and best practices for implementation.
Click here for details and registration.
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 Tariff Update
October 30, 2018 | 8:30-11 am
Global Business Club of
Mid-Michigan
Lansing
Estimating manufacturing costs as well as final costs to your customers are particularly difficult these days. Hear about the current tariff situation, what's expected in the near-term, and how to best plan for the future.
Click here for details and registration.
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For more
information about the MEDC International Trade Services
visit our website,
contact export@michigan.org,
or your regional International
Trade Manager.
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