online event
Exploring the benefits and barriers of export
Understanding the benefits and risks of exporting.
What you’ll learn
- understand the key benefits and barriers of exporting
- enable you to make informed decisions about export ventures
- understand how to health check your business
Description
This session starts with an overview of a typical export journey, highlighting the key steps you need to consider. From there we’ll help you understand the benefits and risks of exporting, enabling you to make informed decisions about your business’ international growth.
We’ll cover common pitfalls for new exporters and share the critical tips for export success. An important part of this process is ensuring that your business is ready for the journey, so we’ll talk about how to ‘health check’ your company before you begin. Finally, we’ll explore how you can develop an achievable export strategy and show you the online tools which can assist in drafting your plan.
Speakers
Rimante Bang
UK Export Academy Adviser, Department for Business and Trade
Rimante has worked for a range of private and public sector organisations both in the UK and overseas. She has over 20 years of both import and export experience in various international markets, including 16 years living and working in South Korea, which allowed her to gain invaluable exposure to Asian markets and business culture. She has experience across retail, education, consumer electronics, food and nutraceutical sectors.