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.
This webinar will discuss how trade was slowing even before the pandemic. However, with the addition of BREXIT, both have conspired to create the current situation. Declan Barry from ExportExplore will examine the opportunities that the new horizon has created for U.S. companies in the United Kingdom as they remap their global supply chain and trade opportunities. Looking towards Europe, he will also spotlight new opportunities blossoming in Ireland as they cement themselves as the only English-speaking marketplace with direct open access to the European Union.
Countries within the European Union levy an import tax called a Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods exported to their countries. The United Kingdom does too. Did you know that tax may be refundable? Don't leave money on the table. Join VEDP for this free webinar as Dale Bushell and Dean Swift from VAT IT explain the sometimes complicated procedures U.S. companies must follow to collect their refunds.
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Learn about the best practices for international contracts and agreements, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), managing foreign exchange risk, how small businesses can use foreign exchange to their advantage, and tips for businesses to protect themselves from cyber threats.
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Learn about export compliance, how to protect your intellectual property in international sales, and how to ship your products overseas including HS Codes and protecting your product while in transit. In this session, speakers covered the core compliance elements that all exporters should consider, and strategies to ensure compliance that are tailored to your business. Speakers also discussed the importance of Incoterms, selecting the right transportation provider, the impact of schedule B’s/HTS numbers, and how to protect your product while in transit.
Learn about how to get paid, manage risk with payments, international tax savings, and tax and accounting considerations when opening an office overseas. Speakers shared information on payment methods available to exporters and discussed associated risks, costs, common pitfalls and issues that may arise with each one. Speakers also discussed international tax concepts that apply to global businesses and highlighted how tax treaties are used to facilitate trade and investment, allowing for greater certainty when doing business abroad.
Learn how a localized website can help you grow your export sales, brand, and business internationally. Make the internet work for you with optimally localized business development websites, designed with an international focus, so your company will be found and be easy to do business with. This session included a discussion about international online marketing, search engine marketing, social media marketing, the importance of translation, and how to analyze website traffic and engagement.
Companies often become accidental exporters. They receive an inquiry from overseas, which leads to a potential partnership and perhaps some success. However, such a reactive export strategy is not effective. Rather than letting markets and partners choose you, your company needs to take control of your export strategy. This introductory session addressed those initial key decisions companies must make to really build a successful export business.
Is supplier diversification part of your company’s supply chain risk mitigation goals? Learn how Southeast Asia may offer ways to meet your sourcing optimization needs.
Join us for an informative webinar on Southeast Asia’s supply landscape and how the region is evolving to play an increasingly important role in American value chains.
Hear from business development expert, Sarath Menon, with Orissa, VEDP’s Southeast Asia consulting partner on topics such as:
• Highlighting best practices in Southeast Asia sourcing
• Emerging sourcing opportunities
• Facilitating success with supply partners