Local Events
Making the New Free Trade Agreements Work for You
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 The College of New Jersey (Ewing, NJ)
In 2012 the United States signed new Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Korea, Colombia, and Panama. Learn how to take advantage of these new FTAs and learn;
- How these new FTAs are different from older agreements, such as NAFTA and CAFTA
- FTA terms and definitions
- FTA eligibility rules
- Specific rules of origin & supporting documentation
Defense Procurement Export Seminar
Thursday, May 30, 2013 (Philadelphia, PA)
The Mid-Atlantic District Export Council, in collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Defense (MOD) and Analytical Graphics Inc. (AGI), will host a meeting at BDP International, Inc. providing insight on defense related exports to Israel.
Pre-selected, local New Jersey, Pennsylvania, & Delaware companies interested in business opportunities with the MOD will also have the opportunity to present their products at the event and participate in one-on-one meetings with the Israeli delegation!
AES Compliance Seminar and Workshop
June 25-26, 2013 (Philadelphia, PA)
How well do you know the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and the Automated Export System (AES)? Are you up to date on recent clarifications? Do you understand how to classify your commodities?
This export compliance seminar is a one day program, followed by a half day training, bringing together experts from the Department of Commerce to provide training on export filing requirements. Attending this educational seminar and workshop will provide you with the information you need to understand the requirements of the FTR so you can avoid penalties and seizure of your commodities.
Optimizing your Global Marketing Webinar Series
September 10-12, 2013 (Lunchtime) (Webinar)
Increase your international presence by optimizing your global marketing. This 3-part webinar series will teach you;
Effectively using international exhibitions: Effective Global Trade Show marketing is much more than a pop-up display and a bowl of candy – learn how to get the most bang for your buck from trade shows
Creating powerful websites and global marketing materials: Showcase your products and services globally through your web site, brochures and other materials. Also learn which global internet resources can effectively help you sell abroad
Using social media in international markets: Different perspectives, technical capabilities, and norms regarding social media can vary dramatically across borders - learn the ins and outs of this potentially powerful marketing tool How well do you know the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and the Automated Export System (AES)? Are you up to date on recent clarifications? Do you understand how to classify your commodities?
More details coming soon.
Export University 101
September 30, 2013
Location: TBD (Northern NJ)
Time: 8:00am-3:30pm
This program will cover the basics of exporting. If your company is interested in expanding abroad, or you are new to the export-field, this program is for you! Contact Patricia.Molinaro@trade.gov if you are interested in attending.
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