July 18, 2024 10:00 am – 11:00 am PST – Virtual & FREE
Join U.S. Commercial Service and Federal partners U.S. Small Business Administration and Export Import Bank of the U.S. to learn about Canadian export opportunities.
As Canada is one of the United States' largest goods export markets, join and learn how your company can benefit in our webinar!
In July 2020, the United States, Mexico and Canada updated NAFTA to create the new "USMCA". This free trade agreement will create a more balanced environment for trade.
Gain a broader understanding of the new provisions for trade with Canada!
Agenda:
Welcome Remarks - Andy Seeto, Director U.S. Commercial Service Fresno
Moderator: Bernadette Rojas, Central Valley & Coastal California Director
How to connect with international buyers virtually. Programs and services available to support businesses with export promotion - Maryanne Burke, Director U.S. Commercial Service, Ventura
Business Challenges and Opportunities in Canada - Brad Harker, Principal Commercial Officer and Stefan Popescu, Senior Commercial Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service Toronto, Canada
Accessing Small Business Capital Trade Finance, STEP Grants - Mike Fazio, Lead Export Finance Manager, U.S. Small Business Administration
Solutions to increase sales to foreign buyers. Export credit insurance allows businesses to extend open account terms to foreign buyers - Greg Moore, Regional Director, Export Import Bank of the United States