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Explore European Markets with the U.S. Commercial Service!
Trade Winds | May 13-15, 2024 | Istanbul, Türkiye
Join us in Istanbul for the largest U.S. government-led trade mission and business development forum. The Trade Winds Europe/Eurasia forum will offer one-on-one market strategy counseling meetings with U.S. commercial diplomats from over 25 countries in the region, informative conference programming, and plenty of networking. Participants may also add matchmaking meetings with pre-screened buyers, agents, distributors, or joint-venture partners in Türkiye (May 15); Italy and/or Romania, (May 9-10); or Denmark, Poland, and/or Kazakhstan (May 16-17).
STEP Grants or other local funding may be available to cover participation fees. For more information, visit: ded.mo.gov/programs/business/mo-stepup
Complying with U.S. Export Controls
The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is responsible for implementing and enforcing export controls for goods and technologies that have both commercial and potential military uses.
Attending BIS export compliance training seminars can enhance employees’ understanding of export regulations, minimize the risk of violations, and ensure companies maintain a strong compliance program. It is important to stay updated on changing regulations and ensure that employees receive regular training to address evolving challenges in the export control landscape.
The individuals who may greatly benefit from attending BIS export compliance training seminars include:
- Export Compliance Officers/Managers
- Export Control Specialists
- Logistics and Shipping Personnel
- Sales and Marketing Teams
- Research and Development (R&D) Teams
- Legal and Compliance Teams
- Supply Chain Managers
- IT and Technology Professionals
- Human Resources
- Senior Management
This will likely be the only in-person BIS training in our region this year.
When: April 9-10, 2024
Where: St. Louis, MO
Registration
The registration fee for the Complying with U.S. Export Controls seminar is $575 until March 15, 2024 and $625 after March 15, 2024. The fee includes continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches, and materials for the entire seminar. To guarantee placement for the BIS seminar: Click here to register.
Other Questions? For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call BIS's Outreach and Educational Services Division at (202) 482-6031 or contact Kristi.Wiggins@trade.gov
What do businesses really need to know to sell internationally? In this program, you will learn the elements of export-readiness, have the opportunity to assess your company’s readiness to export, identify knowledge gaps and learn about an online export business planning tool and resources to build a robust export strategy for your business. You will leave knowing the steps and resources you need to develop your international plan. We look forward to connecting around your global interests!
Speaker
Leslie Fischer
Director, International Trade, Missouri Small Business Development Center
Member, Missouri District Export Council
Date
Tuesday, Feb 6th, 2024
Time
9:00am-10:15am
Location
Virtual
Fee
Complimentary
Contact
E-mail Colleen Mulvihill or tel: (314) 299-6662
 Join the U.S. Commercial Service's Global Advanced Manufacturing Team to gain insight on three distinct markets throughout 2024!
This webinar series will feature country and industry experts, success stories, and key events in Germany, Mexico, and India. Our seasoned trade professionals will equip you with strategies to grow sales, mitigate risks, and lower costs in these top markets. U.S. Manufacturers will learn how to continue to position their firms in an ever-changing international environment, the importance of supply chains, and how to stay savvy in established markets.
The three part series will cover the following markets:
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Germany- Tuesday, February 6th, 11:00am ET
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Mexico- Tuesday, March 26th, 11:00am ET
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India- Tuesday, May 14th, 11:00am ET
Each individual webinar is offered at a cost of $25 per attendee. For your convenience, we are offering the opportunity to attend all webinars at a reduced cost of $60 for the package. All webinars will be recorded, so registrants who cannot attend the live event will still receive a recording.
U.S. Exhibitors’ Breakfast Briefing
We are hosting a Breakfast Briefing on February 19, 2024, for U.S. exhibitors and visitors to the air show. The primary objective of the briefing is to provide American business representatives with an overview of the aerospace & defense business environment, future outlook and new opportunities in Singapore and the broader region.
Please click here for registration details.
Registration fee: USD$90 per person.
ShowTime Program (Complimentary)
U.S. companies interested in exporting can learn about business opportunities in international markets. The Showtime program will enable U.S. businesses to meet, one-on-one, with Commercial Specialists from the U.S. Commercial Service in Asia to discuss business opportunities and challenges specific to the respective countries. They will be available for meetings on Tuesday, February 20 afternoon through Friday, February 22, 2024. This service is free of charge to qualified U.S. exporters.
Direct question to Amy.Magat@trade.gov
Internet-enabled cross-border trade delivers outsized benefits to women-owned businesses. The U.S. Commercial Service Empower Asia initiative is partnering with Coupang, an ITA Strategic Partner for a special coffee chat session focused on women owned businesses in the Fashion & Apparel industry.
Join us for this online webinar and hear experts discuss how you can take advantage of this exciting opportunity to access South Korea’s dynamic consumer goods market.
This online event will include the following:
- Overview of U.S. Commercial Service's support for exporters
- Introduction to Korean eCommerce & selling
- Hear from an industry expert about building your brand
- Gain valuable insights on South Korea’s ecommerce landscape
- Tap into 19 million S. Korean consumers
Details
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
4:00pm-5:30pm CST
Virtual event
Learn the basics of Customs import clearance processes and tariffs in Brazil, and gain a competitive edge by understanding one of the most challenging aspects of exporting to this vibrant market.
This webinar is tailor-made for U.S. exporters of equipment and machinery for the agricultural sector.
- Dive into the fundamentals of Brazilian Customs.
- Receive guidance on export documentation.
- Save time and money by learning tips to avoid common and expensive mistakes.
- Get a better idea on how much your product could cost to your partners and customers in Brazil by learning how the duties and taxes are calculated.
This webinar will equip your company with the basic knowledge needed to understand Customs in Brazil.
When
April 4, 2024 at 10:00am-11:00am CST
Where
Virtual
Cost
$25
For more information contact Chelsey.Libecki@trade.gov or Andrew.Anderson@trade.gov
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Did you know...
The Missouri District Export Council (MODEC) is an organization of business leaders from Missouri and Southern Illinois communities, appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, whose knowledge of and expertise in international business provide a source of professional advice for their regions' local firms. Closely affiliated with the U.S. Commerce Department’s Export Assistance Center, MODEC supports the U.S. Government’s export promotion efforts.
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