The following webinars are being offered as a series and will include an in-person event in May, with details to be announced. The intended audience for the series is small businesses with sales activity for 2+ years and little to no exporting experience. These webinars are NOT intended for Start-Ups.
Please select the webinar(s) you are interested in attending. You must register in our system for one of them, and when you do so, you will receive a WebEx link. This WebEx link will allow you to enter your name and e-mail address to attend one or multiple events. There will be five webinars in the series, with the in-person event listed separately once details are final. Please check back for updates.
If you experience any issues while registering or need additional support, please contact us at ctsbdc@uconn.edu
March 8, 2023
11 AM to 12:15 PM
The internet has broken down international trading barriers, bringing potential customers to your door at lower risk and costs. So, if you’re wondering if global digital expansion is right for you and relevant to your industry, this session can help you decide.
The knowledge and tools gained in this session will help you understand the market potential for your product or service, develop your international marketing strategy and help you consider advertising solutions and the importance of analytics and measurement, as well as gives guidance to new developers too.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!
March 29, 2023
11 AM to 12:15 PM
Where do small businesses find international customers, distributors, and sales reps? Attendees will learn how to get the deal, enter international markets, and find growth opportunities.
This webinar will include tips and tactics to find new buyers, sign them, negotiate agreements, and connect with clients overseas. Learn about the US Department of Commerce services with Gold Key and profile reports and various tactics to improve your marketing plan and navigate solid license and distribution agreements to keep them.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!
April 19, 2023
11 AM to 12:15 PM
To succeed in today’s increasingly challenging and competitive global economy, companies must comply with constantly evolving international trade laws and regulations.
This session will address compliance issues, regulations, and intellectual property considerations to navigate a host of international trade controls, economic sanctions, export licensing issues, product and technology classification, and valuation. Attendees will also learn where to find the data and facts – and how to make smarter export decisions.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!
May 10, 2023
11 AM to 12:15 PM
Attendees will learn to access the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant, Food Export Northeast, and US Department of Agriculture programs and eligibility requirements.
The STEP grant is designed to help Connecticut’s small business community thrive in the global marketplace by increasing the value of small business exports, increasing the number of businesses that export, and increasing the number of businesses exploring significant new trade opportunities.
Food Export Northeast is a non-profit organization that provides a wide range of services to facilitate trade between Northeastern food suppliers and importers worldwide.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!
June 7, 2023
11 AM to 12:15 PM
This webinar will educate participants on the basics of exporting. We will explore the reasons to export, the need to plan, find your market, and understand the resources available. The presenters will share additional tips about Export readiness to help new exporters begin or expand their journey into international markets.
This will be the final webinar in our 2023 Export Series.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!
September 20, 2023
3 PM to 5 PM
International Trade Finance: An Interactive Conversation
Join us for this in-person international trade event on September 20, 2023, including two moderated panel discussions; a small business exporter panel and an international trade finance panel. A networking reception will take place following the program (5 PM - 6 PM)
- Small business owners will share their experiences about how they got involved in exporting, the state and federal government services they utilized, and the impact exporting has had on their businesses.
- International trade finance experts will discuss a variety of financing options that can help increase export sales, gain access to specific export working capital financing as well as longer-term financing to support capital asset acquisition. Learn about the tools, techniques, and best practices for international credit management, international payment terms, managing today's longer payment terms, supply chain disruptions, and economic factors that can impact overseas customers.
Organized by the U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, and CT Small Business Development Center. Our event partners include EXIM Bank and CIC Lending. Hosted by Kubtec.
Attending this event is free, but advance registration is required. Reserve your spot!