Export Essentials Workshop
Date and time
Event cost
$50.00
Organizer
Norma Dunn
norma@mcscorp.org
661-567-0410
Host organization
MCSC Kern Women's Business Center
Type of event
Resource Partner event
Event description
Program Overview:
The Export Essentials Workshop is an intensive, 2-day program designed to equip small business owners and entrepreneurs with the essential skills and strategies needed to enter and succeed in international markets. This hands-on training covers every stage of the export process, from evaluating market potential to identifying buyers, developing pricing strategies, protecting intellectual property, and ensuring compliance with international regulations.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs who are new to exporting or looking to expand their business into international markets. Participants should be U.S.-based businesses with an interest in global growth and a commitment to learning the fundamentals of successful exporting.
Program Delivery & Dates:
The Export Essentials Workshop will be delivered in person in Bakersfield, CA on April 3-4, 2025. The session is facilitated by experienced trade professionals and includes lectures, case studies, interactive exercises, and practical resources that participants can apply directly to their business plans.
Target Audience:
The program specifically targets small businesses and entrepreneurs, including those from underserved, rural, and immigrant-owned enterprises, who are ready to explore export opportunities and build an export-ready business. The training is suitable for a wide range of industries, with customized content to address unique challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Program Goals:
- Empower Participants: Provide participants with the knowledge and confidence to enter and thrive in global markets.
- Practical Skill-Building: Equip participants with the tools and strategies for effective market research, pricing, compliance, and logistics.
- Custom Export Plans: Guide participants in developing a tailored export plan that includes market analysis, entry strategies, and financial planning.
- Expand Global Reach: Connect participants with resources, support networks, and potential buyers to facilitate successful market entry.
By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a comprehensive, actionable export plan and a clear pathway to international growth.
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