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Virtual
Global Trade Insights: The Impact of Federal Trade Policy on Virginia Businesses
June 5, 2024
Join VEDP - International Trade for this webinar that will examine how federal trade policy impacts Virginia businesses. We will discuss how trade policy changes depending on many factors including Congress and the Presidential Administration. Our speaker, Nicole Bivens Collinson with Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will also provide an update on trade legislation to help you have a better understanding of how you might be impacted.
Speaker: Nicole Bivens Collinson leads the International Trade and Government relations practice of Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., and serves as managing principal of the Washington, D.C. office. She is also a member of the Firm's Operating Committee. Ms. Collinson has appeared on MSNBC, BBC Worldwide and NPR as a subject matter expert and has over 35 years of experience in government, public affairs, and lobbying. She has drafted and guided the successful implementation of several pieces of key international trade legislation positively affecting the bottom line of many U.S. companies. She is regularly relied upon by members of Congress and government officials to make complicated issues simple. She also produces the podcast “Two Minutes In Trade”.
Training
Virtual
Accessing International Markets - Bulgaria & Czech Republic
May 30, 2024
Join VEDP and EasyLink Business Services for a webinar on accessing international markets. The economies of most Central and Eastern European countries have been impacted by Russia’s war in Ukraine, and many have seen increased trade with the United States and other NATO nations as the block attempts to sure-up its eastern border countries. As one of the EU’s newer members, Bulgaria is an emerging market offering opportunities for Virginia companies. The Czech Republic is one of the largest economies in the Central/Eastern European region and the Czech economy has a reputation for modest yet steadfast GDP growth and sound fiscal policy. Attend this webinar to learn more about opportunities for Virginia exporters in Bulgaria and the Czech Republic.
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Virtual
Accessing International Markets - Mexico
May 23, 2024
Join VEDP and Neighbors International Business Group for a webinar on accessing international markets. Mexico is fifth among Virginia export destinations with exports in 2022 equal to $1.1 billion. Mexican companies, government agencies, and entire industries are deeply familiar with and receptive to U.S. products and services. U.S. producers often find it straightforward to market and sell their services and products in Mexico. The market continues to benefit from the agreement to modernize NAFTA into the USMCA, its proximity to the United States, and its modern port infrastructure. Close cultural, social, and economic ties make Mexico a natural market to consider for first-time and expanding exporters.
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Training
In-Person
Foreign Military Sales & Foreign Military Financing for Defense Exporters
April 30, 2024
Join VEDP - International Trade and Fairchild Fisk Giroux for a 3-day seminar on International Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management Participants, Processes, and Engagement Strategies utilizing the Foreign Military Sales, Foreign Military Financing, Building Partner Capacity, and Direct Commercial Sales Programs.
The instructors have a combined 45+ years as Security Assistance & Cooperation professionals, including over 25 years as management and faculty at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s Defense Institute for Security Cooperation Studies. Additionally, the partners of FFG have previously served as Senior Defense Officials/Defense Attachés, Security Cooperation Officers, Combatant Command staff, and Directors of International Arms Cooperation Programs offices.
Training
In-Person
Value Proposition and Pricing Workshops
April 22, 2024
Join VEDP and OCO Global for one-on-one value proposition and pricing workshops tailored for your business. These one-hour, interactive workshops will walk you through the process to create a winning value proposition, understand pricing, and create a go to market strategy.
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In-Person
Exporting: Get it Delivered, Understand Foreign Exchange, and Get Paid
April 16, 2024
Join VEDP for an informative event where industry experts will converge to share their knowledge on shipping, foreign exchange, and getting paid. Don't miss this opportunity to network with other businesses in Southwest Virginia and international trade professionals who can enhance your exporting strategies.
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