Have you ever wondered whether exporting is right for your business? Not sure where to start? Look no further…

🚀 Unlocking Your Export Potential 🚀

Does the idea of export growth excite you, but you are uncertain where to start or lack the confidence to take the leap? Let’s get together, person to person, at our—our two-hour Export Success Workshop that’s tailor-made for you!

Expanding beyond your local market can unlock exciting new opportunities, boost your bottom line, and elevate your brand to new heights. However, we understand that the world of exporting can seem daunting. We’re here to make exporting less mysterious and more approachable, giving you the know-how and practical advice to master the 10 export essentials.

During this practical session, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to craft a winning 10-point export plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.

🔑 What You’ll Learn 🔑

We’ll take you through the 10 key elements of a successful export strategy. You will leave with your outline export action plan completed that captures the knowledge, tools and action points covered in this session:

📚 How to Build Your Export Plan

🌍 Getting Your Market Research Right

📣 Marketing and Promotion for Different Countries and Cultures

🚀 Product/Service Adaptation to Meet International Market Demands

🌟 Choosing Your Route to Market

🚚 Distribution, Logistics and Travel – What you Need to Know

💲 Pricing Strategy & Financial Planning

🌐 Think Global : Act Local – Tapping into Local Cultures

📜 Legal, Risk and Evaluation

🤝 Taking Care of You and Your People

Our Morning Together:

9.15 – 10am: Kickstart with Networking and Connection

We start with 45 minutes of networking and the chance to connect, share insights and build relationships with fellow businesses on their export journey.

10 – 12pm: The first part of the workshop will be a presentation designed to inform and inspire. You’ll get a clear, easy-to-understand model for exporting, breaking down the essentials into digestible pieces.

The second part is where we get hands on and you start sketching our your export plans, but you’re not alone. With guidance and support, you’ll refine your plans, ask the hard questions, and begin crafting a plan to give you confidence on your journey.

You will also find out more about OxLEP’s fully funded coaching support for your export journey on the day.

This workshop is about working with you, understanding your aspirations, and helping you navigate the challenges of exporting. We’re here to build confidence, foster collaboration, and ensure that when you leave, you’re not just ready but excited to take on the world.

Your workshop expert:

Norma Foster is an international growth specialist. She has worked in international business development and communications across Europe for over 40 years. Norma works with her clients to improve their understanding of different countries and cultures and differentiate themselves in the global marketplace. Her clients develop the skills, tactics, and confidence to grow their global customer base, craft a world class marketing and communications approach and develop their route to market and implementation. www.linkedin.com/in/normafoster

📣 Reserve Your Spot Today! 📣

Seats are limited, so secure your place now to gain a comprehensive understanding of the pros and cons of exporting for your business. This is also the entry into fully funded support from OxLEP Business to help you on your journey.

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Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) scheme

The Growth Hub programme operates a Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) scheme. All SMEs which receive support under this programme are being aided under the UK Subsidy Control Act (2022) and The Subsidy Control (Gross Cash Amount and Gross Cash Equivalent) Regulations (2022 No. 1186).

MFA allows a beneficiary to receive up to £315,000 of Subsidy over a three-fiscal year period (i.e. the current and previous two fiscal years). The value of MFA given is the gross cash amount or the gross cash equivalent of the subsidy. The MFA value of this webinar is £724.