Learn about a wide variety of related topics to conducting international business. Each training features subject matter experts in fields such as international marketing, banking, accounting, shipping, legal services, and more. Explore upcoming training content using the filters below.
Join VEDP - International Trade for an insightful webinar about leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive global business success.
In today's digital age, AI offers transformative opportunities for businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and enhance customer engagement. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session promises practical insights and actionable steps tailored to give your business a competitive edge. Our speaker, Greg Bucko, has over 20 years of experience leading data analytics, data science, and business intelligence teams in global organizations. He left the corporate world in 2021 to focus on helping small-to-medium sized businesses transform their organizations through emerging technologies.
Key topics include:
Introduction to AI
Why you should care now
Threats posed by AI
Opportunities for SMB's
Considerations for your AI strategy
How AI is perceived and regulated globally
Trade-specific applications
Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in leveraging AI to drive global business growth and innovation.
Our goal is for you to leave feeling more confident engaging with artificial intelligence and to begin thinking about ways it can benefit your business today and in the future.
Join VEDP in Richmond on October 29-31 to learn about ITAR / EAR Export Compliance and how the two regimes will affect your company’s operations and markets.
About this Event
VEDP is pleased to partner with International Trade Compliance (ITC) Strategies to offer this Export Compliance Seminar. The seminar will cover both the Department of State’s International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the Department of Commerce.
The program will provide both novice and experienced export compliance professionals with a comprehensive education on complying with the respective ITAR and EAR regimes. We will review both recent regulatory changes and potential changes with an eye towards how they may impact your compliance programs.
Who Should Attend
The seminar is designed to familiarize senior management with the two regulatory regimes and how to incorporate them into daily export operations. (Note: This is not a seminar centered on how to fill out compliance paperwork.)
Expect to leave with an understanding of the respective rules that will allow you to minimize any delays in your exports, minimize your costs of compliance, and reduce the risk of inadvertently violating the law. The end result will be to give your organization a competitive advantage and a compliance program on a solid footing.
Cost: $100
Join VEDP - International Trade for an insightful webinar about crafting global business internships.
This event is designed for companies interested in developing or improving internship programs. Our speaker, Krissy Watson, will guide you through the process of establishing an effective internship program, from planning and recruitment to onboarding and mentoring. Additionally, we will provide valuable resources and tools available to support both interns and their supervisors, ensuring a mutually beneficial experience. The webinar will also briefly showcase example projects that interns can work on, giving you practical ideas of how your company can utilize an intern to support international growth. Don't miss this chance to learn best practices and gather the necessary resources to create a thriving internship program.
Key Takeaways:
Best practices for intern recruitment and onboarding
Creating valuable and engaging internship projects
Designing impactful and meaningful internship experiences
Effective mentorship and supervision techniques
Success stories from companies with exemplary internship initiatives
Who Should Attend:
HR Professionals
Business Leaders
Talent Acquisition Managers
Internship Coordinators
Anyone interested in leveraging internships to support business growth
Join VEDP - International Trade at the Trade Finance Forum, a dynamic event designed for professionals in the field of international trade and finance. This forum will offer a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge, exchange ideas, and network with other industry professionals.
Event Highlights:
Export Finance Programs: Gain insights into the export finance programs offered through the Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank. Learn how to leverage these programs to expand your global reach and boost your competitive edge in international markets.
Methods of Payment: Explore the various methods of payment used in international trade, including letters of credit, documentary collections, and open account transactions. Understand the benefits and risks associated with each method to ensure smooth and secure transactions.
Risk Management: Discover strategies to mitigate risks in international trade. From export credit insurance to foreign exchange management, our expert speakers will provide you with tools and techniques to protect your business and ensure sustainable growth.
Maximizing Savings: Optimize your financial performance by learning how to reclaim VAT, navigate duty drawback programs, and implement export tax incentives including IC-DISC and FII.
Why Attend?
Expert Speakers: Hear from leading experts and practitioners in trade finance who will share their expertise, experiences, and best practices.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, potential partners, and key stakeholders. Build relationships that can help drive your business forward.
Interactive Sessions: Participate in panel discussions, Q&A sessions, and roundtables designed to provide you with practical knowledge and actionable insights.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the fast-evolving world of trade finance. Register now to secure your spot!
VEDP’s Supply Chain Optimization Program is pleased to host this valuable Import Compliance Training conducted by trade expert, Mike Allocca with Allocca Enterprises.
This Import Compliance training session will help determine your company’s compliance with U.S. import regulations and is a must for the experienced or first-time importer to ensure comprehension of the dos and don’ts of importing. It will cover essential importers’ roles, responsibilities, and strategies to avoid fines, delays, and possible loss of import privileges.
Topics Covered
Roles and responsibilities of importer, customs broker, and freight forwarder.
How to determine proper bonds, valuations, and manufacturing assists.
What strategies can be used to reduce delays, eliminate demurrage, and shorten your lead times.
Import checklist that can be used on every import to help keep your company in full compliance.
Ten (10) best practices of compliant companies
Who Should Attend
Supply chain managers, purchasing managers, receiving personnel, compliance officers, and anyone involved or concerned with international shipments.
Cost
This training is free to Supply Chain Optimization Program participants with Promo Code: SCOP-FREE. For those not enrolled in the program, the charge is $25 per person.
Cost: $25