International Exporting Business Resource Roundup

Event description

Join us for an informative session designed to empower your small business with the knowledge and resources needed to successfully export products on the international stage. Network with industry experts and discover new opportunities to expand your business globally.

Lunch will be served. Deadline to register is August 23.

Please note there is an optional Port tour following the main session. We hope you will be able to attend!

Agenda:

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM: Networking & Lunch
 

11:50 AM - 12:00 PM: Opening Remarks and Introduction
 

12:00 PM - 12:05 PM: Sponsor Remarks
 

12:05 PM - 12:20 PM: Andrew Reinke, ISBDC Export Specialty Advisor
Topic: Gain valuable insights on Indiana trade-related data, why Indiana businesses should consider exporting, the benefits of the Export Accelerator Program, and personalized export specialty advising.  
 

12:20 PM - 12:35 PM: Ports of Indiana
Topic: Explore the advantages of the Foreign Trade Zone and how it can benefit your business operations. 
 

12:35 PM - 12:50 PM: Lindsay Maliqi, SBA
Topic: Learn about financing options available to small businesses through SBA backed loans.
 

12:50 PM - 1:05 PM: Mark Cooper, U.S. Department of Commerce
Topic: Discover essential resources for exporters and strategies to overcome challenges in international trade. 

1:05 PM - 1:20 PM: Roger Howard, Sr. Manager Global Trade, IEDC
Topic: Learn more about the Indiana State Trade and Export Promotion grant program (IN-STEP). 

1:20 PM – 1:30 PM: Group Q&A

1:30 PM - 1:35 PM: Closing Remarks

1:35 PM - 2:35 PM: (OPTIONAL) Tour of the Ports of Indiana - Mount Vernon
Topic: This port handles more cargo than any other port in the state. Staff will lead our group on a tour for all who are interested.

This event is being held in-person at the Western Hills Country Club at 1711 Country Club Rd, Mount Vernon, IN.
 

Fifth Third Bank is a sponsor of the Southwest Indiana SBDC and makes programming like this possible.