Upcoming Missions & Events
Join an upcoming ExporTech program in Lansing or Greater Detroit
and jumpstart your global business development plans!
 MEDC’s International Trade team is recruiting for two upcoming ExporTech programs in Greater Detroit and Lansing. ExporTech is a structured export strategy development process that helps companies accelerate growth in global markets and includes three separate day-long workshops spanning 10-12 weeks.
Register for the export training program today!
ExporTech Detroit
Hosted by Lawrence Tech University
January 24, February 28, & April 17, 2020
For more info, email newhoused@michigan.org
ExporTech Lansing
Hosted by Michigan State University
February 21, March 20, & April 24, 2020
For more info, email schroederj4@michigan.org
Why Attend:
Training and individualized mentoring is provided from a wide range of experts on export financing, payment risk, compliance, sales and distribution, country selection and more. Teams of students are assigned to each company to assist in market research.
Program Highlights:
• Only national program that results in a customized export growth plan for each company • Designed for manufacturing and technology executives responsible for international growth
• Intensive, structured process with workshops, planning tools, and individual coaching
• Connect to a wide range of local and national resources
Discounts Available:
MI-STEP grants are available for qualified companies to cover 50% of fee, lowering out-of-pocket cost to $600. More information on MI-STEP can be found on our website.
New Intern Feature:
Opt to participate in the International Trade and Development Internship program and be matched with a student who will attend ExporTech with your company and help implement your strategic export plan developed at ExporTech. MEDC supports the internship by providing 50% reimbursement for the costs of intern compensation up to $3,600.
For questions or to apply:
Detroit Program – David Newhouse, International Trade Manager
at newhoused@michigan.org or 517-331-6715
or
Lansing Program – Jacob Schroeder, International Trade Manager
at schroederj4@michigan.org or 517-898-7462
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 Aerospace Meetings Querétaro
February 18-20, 2020
Querétaro, Mexico
Join MEDC's trade mission to Aerospace Meetings Querétaro and exhibit in front of 250 companies from 15 countries. Querétaro is the main hub to Mexico’s aerospace clusters and holds a significant concentration of 80+ aerospace companies. Querétaro is regarded as the
rising high-tech center for aerospace manufacturing, and its sizable SME base benefits from OEM presence in the region including Airbus, Safran, Delta, and Bombardier.
Included Services:
Mission briefing, group ground transportation, networking events, logistical assistance, and customized B2B matchmaking meetings. International airfare, interpreters, hotels, individual transportation, and meals not included.
Financial Assistance:
The mission fee of $2,700 per company and $200 per additional traveler is eligible for MI-STEP. Companies may qualify for MI-STEP to offset 50% of the cost to travel. For more info, contact an International Trade Manager or visit www.michiganbusiness.org/export.
 Trade Mission to Vietnam and the Philippines
Hosted by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers
March 16-20, 2020
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam and Manila, Philippines
Join the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers trade mission to Vietnam and the Philippines, and visit the cities of Ho Chi Minh and Manila.
Included Services:
Mission briefing, group ground transportation, networking events, logistical assistance, and customized B2B matchmaking meetings. International airfare, interpreters, hotels, individual transportation, and meals not included.
Financial Assistance:
The mission fee of $1,500 per company and $500 per additional traveler is eligible for MI-STEP. Companies may qualify for MI-STEP to offset 50% of the cost to travel. For more info, contact an International Trade Manager or visit www.michiganbusiness.org/export.
The deadline to register is December 15, 2019.
Join the delegation now!
 Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan
Hosted by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers
June 1-5, 2020
Seoul, South Korea & Tokyo, Japan
Ready to export products and services to East Asia? Join the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers trade mission to South Korea and Japan, and grow your company's sales in these important markets.
Included Services:
Mission briefing, group ground transportation, networking events, logistical assistance, and customized B2B matchmaking meetings. International airfare, interpreters, hotels, individual transportation, and meals not included.
Financial Assistance:
The mission fee of $1,500 per company and $500 per additional traveler is eligible for MI-STEP. Companies may qualify for MI-STEP to offset 50% of the cost to travel. For more info, contact an International Trade Manager or visit www.michiganbusiness.org/export.
The deadline to register is February 18, 2020.
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Partner Events
Navigating U.S. - Mexico - Canada
Agreement for the Automotive Industry
December 4, 2019 | Online
U.S. Commercial Service automotive team is hosting a webinar on the changing trade regulations of USMCA to Canada and Mexico. Industry experts from the Office of Trade Negotiations of Industry and Analysis as well as in-country U.S. Diplomats will address navigating these regulations and how they affect the automotive industry.
Register here to join the conversation
Exporting to Germany? Use your website!
December 11, 2019 | Online
Join this webinar to learn how to sell online in Germany, the largest economy in Europe with over 82 million consumers and many of the world's leading corporations. Insights from the webinar will include understanding what a German website should look like, how German B2B ecommerce works, and more! Get on track to grow your sales, business, and brands in Germany.
I want to grow sales to Germany!
For more information about the MEDC International Trade Services
visit our website, contact export@michigan.org, or your regional International Trade Manager. Follow us on LinkedIn!
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