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SUMMARY:Exporting 101: Pathways to International Markets
DESCRIPTION:The Fresno Center for International Trade Development (CITD) has partnered with the State Center Community College District\, the U.S. Commercial Service\, and GO-Biz to offer this introductory export training\, which will take place twice in 2022. Participants will learn about the process of exporting U.S. products\, keys for successful exporting\, the export documentation process\, and much more. Anyone who is considering exporting is encouraged to attend\, from entrepreneurs to business students. Members of any industry will benefit from this workshop\, but target industries include manufacturing\, equipment\, and food and beverages. Please contact Frank M. Nuñez with any questions regarding this event. Use code EXPORTGBIZ to receive a 25% discount on your registration fee.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/exporting-101-pathways-to-international-markets-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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SUMMARY:California STEP Program Application Webinar with Live Q&A
DESCRIPTION:The California State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) administered by GO-Biz will provide free training to California small businesses alongside federal\, state\, private\, and non-profit organizations by conducting practical webinars that guide eligible California small businesses through the STEP grant portal and instructional materials that help guide successful applications.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/california-step-program-application-webinar-with-live-qa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220923
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SUMMARY:Discover Global Markets: The Blue Economy
DESCRIPTION:Discover Global Markets business development forum is the U.S. Department of Commerce’s flagship event series for U.S. exporters. The forum features a dynamic mix of plenary sessions\, topical round-tables\, prescheduled one-on-one meetings with U.S. commercial diplomats\, buyers\, and ministry officials from key markets around the globe\, and plenty of networking! Participants will have the opportunity to gain market insights from industry experts from U.S. Embassies around the world\, including Australia\, Brazil\, Canada\, France\, India\, Italy\, Japan\, Korea\, Mexico\, Singapore\, Spain\, the Netherlands\, Norway\, and the United Kingdom. Please contact Maryanne Burke or Keith Yatsuhashi with any questions regarding this event. The registration fee is $495 through May 31\, 2022\, after which it will increase to $645.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/discover-global-markets-the-blue-economy/
LOCATION:Providence\, Rhode Island
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T173853
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SUMMARY:Exporting 101: Pathways to International Markets
DESCRIPTION:The Fresno Center for International Trade Development (CITD) has partnered with the State Center Community College District\, the U.S. Commercial Service\, and GO-Biz to offer this introductory export training\, which will take place twice in 2022. Participants will learn about the process of exporting U.S. products\, keys for successful exporting\, the export documentation process\, and much more. Anyone who is considering exporting is encouraged to attend\, from entrepreneurs to business students. Members of any industry will benefit from this workshop\, but target industries include manufacturing\, equipment\, and food and beverages. Please contact Frank M. Nuñez with any questions regarding this event. Use code EXPORTGBIZ to receive a 25% discount on your registration fee.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/exporting-101-pathways-to-international-markets/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220823
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SUMMARY:SuperZoo
DESCRIPTION:SuperZoo is a U.S. Department of Commerce Trade Event Partnership Program (TEPP)-supported event\, and the most attended pet industry trade show in North America. Since its establishment in 1950\, the show has served as a key event for the entire industry to connect\, learn\, and do business\, and it now boasts more buyers and education hours than any other industry event on the continent. With its rich education offerings\, easy-to-shop show floor\, and fun-filled atmosphere\, SuperZoo has earned its reputation as North America’s premier pet retail event – and the industry’s most productive and vibrant trade show of the year.  Please contact Daniel Giavina with any questions regarding this event. Participation fee varies by type of attendance.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/superzoo/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay\, Las Vegas
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220629T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Showcasing the International Success of LGBTQ-Owned and Led Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Commercial Service for the fifth event in its ‘From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity’ event series\, which celebrates June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. In this free webinar\, participants will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive discussion on how LGBTQ-owned and led Southern California-based companies have successfully grown their businesses internationally.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/webinar-showcasing-the-international-success-of-lgbtq-owned-and-led-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
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SUMMARY:AmCham Business Summit 2022: U.S.-East Africa Trade and Investment Forum
DESCRIPTION:This Summit aims to expand markets for American\, Kenyan\, Ugandan\, Tanzanian\, Rwandan\, and Ethiopian businesses. The AmCham Summit Program will take place within the United Nations Complex\, Gigiri and offers U.S. companies the following benefits: in-person or virtual matchmaking B2B meetings and facilitated B2G meetings; private one-on-one meetings to discuss business needs with private and public sector representatives; access to deal rooms\, both in-person and virtual\, to engage with buyers and sellers from across Kenya\, East Africa\, and the U.S.; and panel discussions and roundtable forums that will be accessible through live streaming and “on demand” for up to four weeks after the Summit. Please contact George Tastard or Leone Mutoka with any questions regarding this event. The fee for participation is $250 (in-person) or $210 (virtual).
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/amcham-business-summit-2022-u-s-east-africa-trade-and-investment-forum/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya; Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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SUMMARY:2022 Select LA Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:World Trade Center LA and the LA County Economic Development Corporation will be jointly hosting the 2022 Select LA Investment Summit\, the region’s only event focused on attracting and connecting international companies to the LA area. The 2022 event will focus on global sustainability with special emphasis on hydrogen\, electric vehicles\, climate infrastructure\, and the circular economy. Select LA provides international and local businesses with a comprehensive understanding of the region’s investment ecosystem with actionable insights that can guide key business decisions. Through matchmaking technology and over four hours of networking\, Select LA offers the perfect environment to create and foster new relationships that result in investment opportunities. There will be an array of opportunities to match international investors with local partners\, such as table exhibits\, one-on-one interactions\, plenary panels\, and breakout sessions led by local and international executives. Just as important as a connection is understanding the local processes and protocol to ensure successful transactions\, which is why attendees will include state and local government officials in addition to private businesses.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/2022-select-la-investment-summit/
LOCATION:Los Angeles
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221201
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SUMMARY:Virtual Cooking Demonstration and Recipe Development – Mexico
DESCRIPTION:The Western U.S. Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA)\, in partnership with the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)\, is working with a small group of select chefs in Mexico who each have 4\,000-45\,000 followers. Businesses who participate in this event will be paired with the chef best fit for the market\, after which the selected chef will work to develop a recipe with their product and conduct a virtual cooking demonstration for online followers. Once a chef has completed a social media post and cooking demonstration\, WUSATA’s in-market representative will conduct social media advertising on select online platforms to boost the reach of each post. In addition to the virtual demonstration and social media campaign\, WUSATA will also create a digital recipe book of the developed recipes\, complete with high-resolution pictures and product information\, to promote via social media and include in future promotional outreach events. Following the conclusion of the program in November/December 2022\, participants will receive a 1-2 page summary of social media results\, an online copy of the cooking video\, and a link to the digital recipe book. Please contact Josh Eddy with any questions regarding this opportunity. The fee for participation is $150 USD\, but eligible businesses may receive partial reimbursement via the WUSATA FundMatch program.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/virtual-cooking-demonstration-and-recipe-development-mexico/
LOCATION:Mexico; Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T160751Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Showcasing the International Success of Asian and Pacific Islander-Owned and Led Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Commercial Service for the fourth event in its ‘From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity’ event series\, which celebrates May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. In this free webinar\, participants will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive discussion on how Asian and Pacific Islander-owned and led Southern California-based companies have successfully grown their businesses internationally.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/webinar-showcasing-the-international-success-of-asian-and-pacific-islander-owned-and-led-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T161140Z
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SUMMARY:Resilient Workplace Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Disaster Resistant Business (DRB) Toolkit\, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)\, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have teamed up to provide this free webinar that will teach you how to reduce potential disaster losses for your business\, keep your doors open when disasters strike\, and prioritize your operations to make better strategic decisions post-disaster. Participants will learn to use the easy\, interactive\, step-by-step toolkit and new mobile tool to ensure that their businesses can survive and thrive through any interruptions – no experience necessary. Invite your team to plan your resilience together! Please contact DRB Toolkit with any questions regarding this event.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/resilient-workplace-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220427T120000
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SUMMARY:Showcasing the International Success of Arab and Middle Eastern-Owned and Led Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Commercial Service for the third event in its ‘From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity’ event series\, which celebrates April as National Arab American Heritage Month. In this free webinar\, participants will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive discussion on how Arab and Middle Eastern-owned and led Southern California-based companies have successfully grown their businesses internationally.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/showcasing-the-international-success-of-arab-and-middle-eastern-owned-and-led-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220428
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SUMMARY:National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show
DESCRIPTION:This year’s NAB Show will offer an entirely reimagined experience to help discover the innovations and solutions driving the future of the media and entertainment industry. Attendees will be able to pick from among three collections of exhibits and networking opportunities: Create\, Connect\, and Capitalize. Participants who are looking for international buyers\, market intelligence\, or other export-related knowledge should visit the International Trade Center hosted by the U.S. Commercial Service. International Trade Specialists will be in the lounge located in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center\, eager to answer your questions free of cost. Stop by to learn more on how to connect with the international buyers from 20+ countries that have been recruited by the U.S. Commercial Service to attend the show – no appointment necessary! Please contact Christina Parisi with any questions regarding the International Trade Center or the NAB Show itself. Attendees can receive a free Exhibits Pass and $100 off a Conference Pass with discount code ID116.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/national-association-of-broadcasters-nab-show/
LOCATION:Las Vegas Convention Center
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T120000
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SUMMARY:United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:The USMCA SME Dialogue is convened by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative\, the U.S. Department of Commerce\, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\, together with the Global Affairs Canada and Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service\, and the Development Productive Unit and the Vice Ministry of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economy of Mexico. The Dialogue brings together small- and medium-sized businesses and stakeholders\, including those representing underserved communities\, with government officials to discuss strengthening regional trade and investment with USMCA\, enhancing cooperation on issues of mutual interest to SMEs\, and helping more small businesses benefit from the USMCA\, which will foster economic growth and jobs in communities across North America. Topics for discussion include USMCA small business trade resources for exporting and importing under USMCA; SMEs sharing their best practices for trading across the U.S.\, Canada\, and Mexico; and small business COVID-19 recovery resources. Participation in this free virtual event is open to SME stakeholder communities in the U.S.\, Canada\, and Mexico\, but space is limited online and inclusion is not guaranteed\, so early registration is encouraged. Please contact the USTA SBDC International Trade Center with any questions regarding this event.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/united-states-mexico-canada-agreement-usmca-small-and-medium-enterprise-sme-dialogue/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T120000
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SUMMARY:Showcasing the International Success of Women-Owned and Led Businesses
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Women’s History Month\, join the U.S. Commercial Service’s International Trade Administration for the second session of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series. This free webinar will feature a dynamic panel of woman founders and leaders from Southern California-based companies who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally. Participants will learn about the opportunities to seek out and the challenges to avoid as they launch or expand their international business\, and receive information and resources that will help them chart their path to global sales and expansion success. Please contact Natalie Hatour with any questions regarding this event.
URL:https://export.business.ca.gov/event/showcasing-the-international-success-of-women-owned-and-led-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Partner Activity
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