Events

Navigate global shipping and payment processes with confidence. This session covers how to identify sales terms to reduce risk during shipping, secure payment methods, and managing currency considerations to ensure smooth international transactions.

In celebration of World Trade Month, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a number of export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month! The sessions, led by both private and public sector experts, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities. Many of the programs are being offered free of charge and you can choose as many as you’d like to attend. Whether you are new-to-export or an experienced exporter, Export Week will provide valuable information on forward thinking strategies and invaluable resources to increase your global sales.

Under the NMSDC Capital Readiness Program, Capital is Culture initiative, the NMSDC and the Small Business Majority are partnering to bring this conversation to the forefront and expand its reach by connecting their national networks and resources in support of growing businesses. Together, they are convening leaders from Small Business Majority, The Business Consortium Fund, a community development financial institution, EXIM Bank (Export-Import Bank of the United States), and NMSDC capital ecosystem leaders to help founders understand not only how to access capital, but how to compete and expand in today’s business environment.

When embarking on your journey to exporting, it's hard to know where to start. "What financing options are available to support my export activities?" or "How can I identify what international markets are suitable for my product?" may be questions you're asking yourself, but you're unsure of where to go for those answers. That's where U.S. Export Assistance Centers (USEACs) and Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) come in. USEACs and SBDCs help small businesses navigate the complexities of exporting with ease.

Many business owners are unaware that there are opportunities for growth in international sales. Join us for a symposium discussing how you can take advantage of global markets and learn about other federal and local business development resources.

Join the Wine Institute and EXIM for a focused discussion on export growth, including perspectives from Miller Family Wine Company, a fifth-generation U.S. producer selling in 15 global markets.

Join us for this webinar where, similar to speed dating, you’ll have the opportunity to quickly connect with a handful of organizations that all support different aspects of exporting for small businesses. You’ll learn about programs and resources from each organization, an example of how they’ve helped a local small business and get to know the individuals you can connect with afterward for more in-depth support specific to your business. You’ll also get a look at the new Washington Export Outreach Team (WEOT) Resource Guide.

Join us in-person and hear from federal financing experts – Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)* and the Small Business Administration (SBA)** Office of International Trade, as they discuss resources and tools to expand financing opportunities for US companies who want to grow their exporting capacity and revenues.

Join us in-person and hear from federal financing experts – Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)* and the Small Business Administration (SBA)** Office of International Trade, as they discuss resources and tools to expand financing opportunities for US companies who want to grow their exporting capacity and revenues.

Unlock your company’s global potential with powerful financial tools. In this webinar, you’ll discover how to tap into capital, reduce commercial risk, and empower your international buyers using EXIM Bank’s credit solutions. Learn about export working-capital loan guarantees, export credit insurance, letters of credit, buyer financing so you can grow your international customer base.