Preparing to export products or services for the first time is a daunting experience for most enterprises. Many companies recognise that starting to trade across international markets is very often the essential activity required to scale their operation. 

The Go Succeed Start team hosts this workshop which addresses the key issues business owners should consider when planning to start an Export sales operation. Participants will gain an understanding of how and what to plan for, prior to commencing export activities, with instruction on how to mitigate the risks of international trade.

Course Contents:

• Why do businesses export?
• How to assess and validate an export opportunity
• How to position your products / services within export markets
• How to develop a robust Export Plan – and why you need one!
• Essential market entry activities to consider from the start
• Sources of help and advice

Who Should Attend

This introductory level workshop is suitable for businesses owners who want to achieve export driven growth. It will be valuable for businesses who are currently considering, actively planning, or have just commenced export activities. The course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and for established businesses needing a refresher on best practice.

“Has been very helpful, thank you. It has given me a good starting point.” Business Owner.

“Nigel made it very straightforward and simplified the whole process in a step by step approach.  This was an invaluable session” Business Owner.

This Go Succeed workshop is open to all individuals in the early stages of their business, throughout Northern Ireland, and is facilitated by Enterprise Northern Ireland.

About the Presenter

Nigel is a seasoned and trusted Export business development professional, having spent  30+ years actively developing new markets for a range of global equipment manufacturers. He now assists  SME’s plan for and execute their Export growth initiatives. Nigel works directly with businesses or in conjunction with Government Authorities to assist SME’s achieve export driven growth.

Registration instructions: This event is free for individuals and will be hosted online via MS Teams. Please note, your email confirmation, Live Stream link and access code will come from noreply@glistrr.com, please add this to your list of trusted accounts to prevent information landing in your junk folder. 

This workshop is brought to you as part of Go Succeed NI. Go Succeed represents a significant investment in local entrepreneurs and businesses, funded by the UK Government.