Upcoming Webinars

Welcome Back to the new normal.

The COVID-19 pandemic represents an unprecedented disruption to the global economy and world trade, as production and consumption are scaled back across the globe.

One of the most effective means of addressing this crisis is through timely, accurate information. An informed business is better positioned to make sound decisions including ones related to trade.

Our office is busy helping companies with pivoting, market diversification, and finding innovative ways to stay connected globally with customers and colleagues. Let us know if you would like to hear more about our virtual services.

We hope that you are able to participate in these live webinars offered in June. The programs will help with your recovering and continuation of growth and sales in the US and globally.

We are here to help. Contact us with questions or request. We look forward to hearing from you.

Kathy Marshalek
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Taking the Kinks Out of Your Supply Chain

Tuesday, June 16, 2020
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free Live Webinar

Supply chain has become such a hot topic even your grandmother knows what it is! The start of 2020 has seen a multitude of disruptions. Even before COIVD-19 the supply chain was strained. This program will focus on supply chain challenges and what your company can do to take the kinks out of yours.

What you will learn:

  • Logistic decisions for air, ocean, land, and warehousing
  • Find out how to get real information and optimize your deliveries
  • Learn tips to mitigate risks and reduce quality issues
  • Reshoring your supply chain to be local
  • How to find the right suppliers

Speakers:
Kimberly Kirkendall, CPA and President, China Resource Network
Mary R. Miller, Business Development Team Lead/ Sr. Manufacturing Growth Specialist, FASTLANE

There is no cost to participate in this webinar, but registration is required. Once registered, you will receive log-on information.

 

How to Develop Export Business
Thursday, June 18, 2020
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Free Live Webinar

10 Reasons to participate in webinar: find more customers, make more profit, improved your cash flow, lengthen product life cycle, broaden your customer base, manage seasonal slowdowns, increase economies of scale, offer employee higher wages, utilize production capacity and travel to new markets. This program will provide ways to develop a healthy export business.

What you will learn:

  • What does it take to be export ready?
  • Selecting your top markets
  • Understanding products modifications and import requirements
  • Managing the sales transaction: from order taking to getting paid
  • Tips for managing legal, regulatory, and label requirements in your target market
  • State and Federal resources

Speakers:
Kimberly Kirkendall, CPA and President, China Resource Network
Kathy Marshalek, Director, Export Assistance Network, Miami Vall
ey SBDC

There is no cost to participate in this webinar, but registration is required. Once registered, you will receive log-on information.

Managing Imports with Trade Disruptions

Thursday, June 25, 2020
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free Live Webinar

CBP reports that there are over 700,000 importers in the United States. If your company imports, this webinar will help you understand the current environment and how to navigate and grow your business during trying times. Hear tips on supporting your suppliers and strengthen your supply chain.

What you will learn:

  • What is today’s import environment: how to navigate benefits and challenges with logistics, trade tariffs and freight costs
  • Tips for finding new suppliers
  • Methods to protect your contracts, products, payment and purchase orders
  • Managing overseas suppliers and product quality while under travel restrictions

Speaker: Kimberly Kirkendall, CPA and President, China Resource Network

There is no cost to participate in this webinar, but registration is required. Once registered, you will receive log-on information.

Opportunities for Ohio Exporters in Australia & New Zealand

Thursday, June 25, 2020
3 pm EST
Free Live Webinar

Join us for a opportunity to learn insight and tips for selling to Australia or New Zealand. The webinar addresses the current state of trade in the Australian and New Zealand markets, the future outlook, and tips for conducting international business in this challenging time. Plan to attend if your are interested or already doing business in Australia and New Zealand. Meet the state of Ohio's consultants and hear about all the services available to you.

The webinar will cover:

  • The current environment in Australia and New Zealand: Crisis impact and recovery plans
  • What data you should be gathering to help you select and prioritize key overseas markets
  • Sectors of opportunity including: Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, Medical & Biotechnology, Agriculture, Industrial Equipment & Machinery, Chemicals;
  • Tips on how to assess the Australian market and engage with current and future Australian partners / customers.

Speaker: Angela Foley, Managing Director, Foley and Associates

There is no cost to participate in this webinar, but registration is required. Once registered, you will receive log-on information.

Watch for more details on the upcoming webinars:

June 23  Intl E-Commerce- How to Sell Customers Online in Developing Markets

June 30  Intl Marketing - Leverage Social Media to Market Your Business

Looking for training....

If you are looking for training on any international topic, please contact us We are pulling together a pool of global consultants to help Ohio companies recover and continue to grow. Send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

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