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Ann Attridge with CEO Lesley Batchelor OBE

Expanding your brand internationally is a daunting and exciting prospect and it goes without saying that you should do your research. If you’re interested in hearing some tips on how to go about expanding into new markets, register for Open to Export’s next webinar taking place on Friday 9th December, 2pm-3pm.

Hear from one of Open to Export’s previous winners about how the Export Action Plan tool and competition can help your business take the next steps towards international expansion. Ann Attridge, Director of Klik2Learn, will share her experiences of winning the competition in June and what happened next. She will be joined by competition judge, IOE Director General and Open to Export CEO Lesley Batchelor OBE.

The session will cover:

– Best tools available for new exporters

– How the Export Action Plan tool helps you plan for growth

– Tips for winning and making the most of the competition from a previous winner

– Tips for succeeding in international trade in 2017

Register now

 

Open to Export have also announced their new Webinar programme for 2017 covering all of the most important topics in international trade, from Brexit to export documentation:

What you need to know about Brexit in 2017 – 17 January 14:00 – register now

Beyond the EU series:

Export essentials: what if I’m selling a service? – 15 March 1400 – register now

International trade agreements: why they matter – April

How to expand internationally online series:

  • How to stand out in international e-marketplaces – May
  • Top tips to reach new customers online – May

Taking and making payments in international currencies – June

Getting your goods on a boat – hear it from a freight specialist – July

Make the most of tradeshow season this autumn – August

Ensure your insured: an introduction to trade credit insurance – September

Sector focus series: more details to be announced – October

Checking off an export documentation checklist – November

From getting started to winning overseas: hear it from an export champion – December