NEW YORK, NY - Monday, Oct. 5th
Marriott Marquis
West Ballroom (Salons 3 & 4) 

BOSTON, MA - Tuesday, Oct. 6th
Seaport World Trade Center Boston
Cityview Ballroom (Plaza Level)

The Export-Import Bank of the United States, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Commerce, Small Business Administration, U.S. Trade & Development Agency, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, is kicking off its “Exports Live!” seminar series!  This unique trade event is specially designed for small and medium-sized businesses wanting to start or grow their international sales.  At “Exports Live!” companies can learn, firsthand, how local businesses successfully grew their sales with government solutions.

In addition, for the second half of the seminar, businesses will have an opportunity to register for one-on-one sessions with agency officials.  In these brief meetings, companies will have an opportunity to learn about the government programs and how they can be applied to their business. 

Cost: $99 (Registration fee includes a continental breakfast and lunch)

SAMPLE AGENDA

8:00 - 8:30 AM   Registration & Coffee

8:30 - 8:40 AM   Welcome
Welcome and brief introductory remarks.

8:40 - 9:00 AM   Opening Remarks - "Why Exports Matter"
A discussion on the importance of exports to our economy and their positive impact on job-creation and economic growth.

9:00 - 10:15 AM   Panel Discussion - "Success Stories from Small Business Owners"
A moderator led discussion with small business leaders on how they were able to use government products and services to grow their businesses through exports.

10:15 - 10:45 AM    Break

10:45 - 12:00 PM   Panel Discussion with Agency Officials - "How We Help"
A moderator led discussion with agency officials who explain how their products and services can help business owners expand their export opportunities.

12:15 - 1:15 PM   Lunch and Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker delivers remarks during lunch.

1:30 - 3:30 PM   One-On-One Sessions for Attendees
Guests are given the opportunity to have brief one-on-one meetings with agency officials and local export development officials to ask questions and learn more about how their products and services can be applied to specific businesses.  (Priority is given to those who register early)

To learn more about this event, or to register, please go to the official registration website.  If you have additional questions or would like more information, please call 888-966-2009 or email exportslive@N0SPAM.exim.gov .