May is World Trade Month
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Join the U.S. Commercial Service - America's Export Experts - for a series of virtual tradecraft & industry-focused seminars during Export Week 2024 May 6-10 as well as throughout the month.
Sign up for one or more of these sessions. Specially designed for exporters of all experience levels.
In 20+ sessions, we'll cover these areas and more:
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Are You Ready To Export?
Wednesday Webinar Series 2024
 The Are You Ready To Export? Wednesday Webinar Series offers free virtual webinars covering a variety of topics to benefit small business owners.
Virtual sessions will focus on export assistance featuring conversations with different Washington Export Outreach Team (WEOT) members each session. WEOT is a collaborative team consisting of local, state, regional, and federal export assistance agencies that provide businesses with the tools and resources needed to sell products and services internationally.
Featured Speakers:
U.S. Department of Commerce - The U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service
U.S. Small Business Administration - SBA Office of International Trade
Washington State Department of Commerce
Washington State Department of Agriculture
Western U.S. Agricultural Trade Association
Export-Import Bank of the United States
U.S.D.A. – Foreign Agricultural Service
Sessions: Ongoing - Wednesdays
Upcoming:
Funding Your Startup Business
Wednesday, April 10 | 10:00 AM PT
Veteran Owned Small Business Certification Program
Wednesday, April 17 | 10:00 AM PT
Meet the Washington State Dept of Agriculture
Wednesday, April 24 | 10:00 AM PT
Full Schedule and Registration: Click Here!
#Manufacturing
April 22-26 2024
Hannover, Germany
H-M is the world’s leading industrial and engineering trade fair for mechanical, electrical, digital and energy sectors. Hannover Messe 2024 will showcase an interconnected industrial ecosystem of the future.
Learn more about the Washington State Pavilion and Connect with us at the Show to maximize your experience!
Julie.Monahan@commerce.wa.gov +1 206-256-6147
thomas.meade@trade.gov
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Automate 2024
Chicago, Illinois
May 6-9 2024
If you work in automation, are considering capitalizing on it in the future, or simply want to know what’s coming next, Automate is the place to be. And it’s completely free to attend. The U.S. Commercial Service will be onsite to counsel U.S. companies on global business strategy, diversifying markets and successfully meetings buyers. Meet with our industry specialists visiting from India and Mexico to discuss opportunities to expand your sales in these markets.
Contact: Eve.Lerman@trade.gov
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NPE2024 - The Plastics Show
Orlando, Florida
May 6-10, 2024
With more than 1 million square feet of exhibit space, including six must-see technology zones and over 2,000 exhibiting companies, NPE® brings the latest innovations in plastics, materials and manufacturing solutions designed to advance your business together in one location. The U.S. Commercial Service is recruiting international buyer delegations to NPE 2024. Stay tuned for information on how you can meet with them and expand your exports.
For more information: thomas.meade@trade.gov and Kenneth.Mouradian@trade.gov
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#Agribusiness
Expo AgroFuturo
October 23 -25, 2024 | Bogota, Colombia
Expo AgroFuturo is Latin America's leading agribusiness forum, providing unparalleled access to industry leaders transforming the agribusiness value chain in Latin America and worldwide.
Participating Sectors
- Agricultural Machinery and Equipment for maintaining and cultivating land.
- Soil Enhancements (Fertilizers, amendments, and defensives)
- Irrigation and water system solutions
- Tools and implements (Manual and Semiautomatic)
- Safety and personal protection
- Sustainable energies (e.g. wind, solar, localized hydro)
- Software and hardware for use in Agribusiness
- Drones
- Phone applications.
- Supplies and technology for the livestock sector (e.g., tracking, nutrition, sustainability)
- Animal genetics
- Seed industry
- Trade Associations, state agribusiness agencies, and research institutions
Benefits of Participation
- Find strategic partners, distributors and sales representatives for your products and services throughout Latin America.
- Learn about the latest trends and innovations in agriculture.
- Become an expert through knowledge activities.
- Interaction with the main actors in the production chain.
- Investment possibilities in agricultural projects.
Learn More / Become an Exhibitor
Contact: thomas.meade@trade.gov
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#FoodBeverage
2024 China Specialty Beverage Outbound Mission
June 17 - 25, 2024
The alcoholic beverage market in China is expected to grow by $41 Billion by 2027. This growth is primarily driven by consumer demand for ultra-premium, high-value products. China is the 8th largest importer of beer from the U.S., 9th in wine, and 17th in spirits, with an import value of $70.6 million in 2022. Through the first 11 months of 2023, China has seen imports for the former two categories grow by 6% and 21%, respectively, and remains one of the world's most attractive markets for alcoholic beverages.
Join the 2024 China Specialty Beverage Outbound Mission to meet with qualified buyers, learn more about the demand for specialty beverage products in the Chinese markets, and more!
Contact Elisa Daun; edaun@agr.wa.gov or 206-471-8688
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#GlobalDiversity #Regional
Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia
Dec. 8-9, 2024
Connect with opportunities in the Middle East by participating in the GDEI Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia. This mission will connect women-owned businesses across best prospect industries with opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
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 Featured Webinars and
Virtual Learning Opportunities
#EnviroTech
U.S. Environmental Technologies Top Export Market Rankings -- Webinar Series Launch Event
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 | 2:00pm ET / 11:00am PT | Virtual
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration is excited to announce the launch of the U.S. Environmental Technologies Top Export Market Rankings. Join the first webinar of our series to learn how to utilize the tool as you're targeting markets that hold the most opportunity for your company and your products in 2024 and beyond. The tool will explore top markets for the Environmental Technologies subsectors, including:
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Solid Waste and Recycling
- Air Pollution Control and Monitoring
Discover exporting resources that are available to the U.S. Environmental Technologies industry through the International Trade Administration and other government agencies.
Register
Questions: Alec.Hilton@trade.gov and Elizabeth.Laxague@trade.gov.
#EnviroTech
Market Intelligence Webinar Series
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 7pm ET / 4pm PT | Virtual | $25
Register today for the first market we'll highlight as part of the market intelligence webinar series, China. China is the largest market in the world for environmental technology products and services. Hear from industry and local experts on the latest market developments, needs, and best practices of doing business in China.
Register
#Aerospace #Defense
Overview of Japan Aerospace, Defense and Space Relationship with the United States
Monday, April 22, 2024 | 5pm PT| Virtual | No Cost
- Japan is increasing its defense budget in response to a challenging regional security landscape. The budget focuses on advancing Japan's defense technology research and development.
- Japan's space industry, renowned for its world-class industrial and technological prowess in R&D, is shifting its focus towards the commercialization of space technology, and recent developments have further strengthened space cooperation between the U.S. and Japan,
- U.S. firms dominate Japan's aerospace sector, benefiting from long-standing partnerships and increasing involvement of Japanese companies in international defense and civil aviation projects.
Get in on the action - Register Now
* See related Trade Mission to Japan information in Lookahead section below!
#ExportMechanics
Export Documentation & Logistics Series (10-part Webinar Series)
Date: May 1 - 28 @ 10am - 11am PST / 1pm - 2pm EST
Join the U.S. Department of Commerce for a multi-part webinar series, featuring USG and private sector experts who will present on a multitude of export documentation and logistics topics. This webinar series features topics germane to both new and seasoned professionals.
Sessions Schedule:
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Monday, May 6, 2024: Export Documentation Awareness Training
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Tuesday, May 7, 2024: Logistics Knowledge Session related to Sales & Marketing
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Wednesday, May 8, 2024: How VAT can affect your International Shipments
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Tuesday, May 9, 2024: INCOTERMS for U.S. Exporters
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024: Buy America: Demystifying the Complexities of the Buy American, Made in USA, and Build Back better Legislation
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024: FTA’s Qualifying your Product and Documenting Origin
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Tuesday, May 21, 2024: Canada Documentation and Logistics Overview
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Wednesday, May 22, 2024: Product Valuation Considerations
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Thursday, May 23, 2024: Mexico Documentation and Logistics Overview
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Tuesday, May 28, 2024: Export Compliance Considerations for your Shipping Department
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#Manufacturing: Mastering the Market Webinar Series
Join our Global Advanced Manufacturing Team to gain insights on key export markets this Spring!
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.
Remaining sessions:
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India - Tuesday, May 14th, 11:00am ET
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#Agribusiness:
Save the Date! August 19-23, 2024: Meet withWashinton State Dept of Agriculture's(WSDA) in-market representatives from SE Asia, Korea, Vietnam, Japan and Mexico/Central America for one-on-one in-person consultations (locations to be determined). Consultations are a great opportunity for you to learn about various markets, understand local distribution channels, identify opportunities, and much more! Contact Julie Johnson, (360) 790-1060 for more information.
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#Aerospace
Japan International Aerospace Exhibition
October 15-19, 2024
#ChooseWashington by Joining the Washington State Delegation
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the global aerospace industry in Tokyo. Whether you’re already selling in the region or just getting started, take advantage of this show’s proven reputation as a regional marketplace.
Additional Details to Follow
Sign up for the related Webinar (details above):
Register your interest for the October Trade Mission Here
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Speak Now, or Forever Hold Your Peace
USTR Seeks Public Comment on Promoting Supply Chain Resilience
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) seeks private-sector input to inform the development of trade and investment policy initiatives that promote supply chain resilience. Please see below for details:
USTR Seeks Public Comment on Promoting Supply Chain Resilience | United States Trade Representative
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Supporting Underserved Exporters
Success Story of the Month from the U.S. Field
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"Skootying" into Asia: Women-owned Business Finds Success in Korea
Kentucky-based, woman-owned manufacturer Vista Ski Products sought global growth for their innovative "SkiSkootys" and "Skooty Claws" ski boot protectors. Focused on major ski venues and Winter Olympics locations, the company worked with the U.S. Commercial Service in Kentucky using market intelligence tools to understand product demand, and obtaining federal grants for product testing. Their efforts resulted in a successful distribution agreement in Korea, culminating a remarkable exporting journey.
Read More
Let us help you tell your export success story! Contact thomas.meade@trade.gov to learn more
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Additional On-Demand Export Resources:
Country Research
Industry Research
Attend a Trade Event
How-to-Export Resources
Learn About our Export Services
STEP Funds
Grants available to U.S. SMEs looking to Export Internationally
Resolve a Foreign Trade Barrier
International Trade Administration's Visual Data Center
Intellectual Property Resources
Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy (STOP)
US Patent & Trademark Office's Free Services
Financial Resources
Trade Finance Guide
Small Business Administration Export Loans
Export Credit Insurance from Export-Import Bank of the U.S.
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