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Global Export
Controls Webinar: A Snapshot of the U.S., EU and PRC (1st Session) |
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Global Export
Controls Webinar: A Snapshot of the U.S., EU and PRC (2nd Session) |
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| OCTOBER | |
| 11-19 | SouthCoast Business & Community Leaders Trip to China |
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| NOVEMBER | |
| 18-21 | Medica 2009 (Duesseldorf, Germany) |
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**Program Descriptions** Exporting in a Global Recession: How to Make Your Export Efforts Both Successful and Cost-Effective *This seminar has been cancelled*  Yes,
we know that the global economy is making export marketing a challenge.
Budgets have been slashed, and every dollar spent to promote your exports
must do much more. But staying home is not an option. Your competitors will
be at overseas trade shows, developing direct marketing campaigns and
selling hard. You can’t afford not to be exporting. This seminar will cover
some of the most important elements of your export marketing and operational
plans, and tell you how to do more, for less. Topics include: cost-effective ways to manage credit risk - how to make sure that you get paid on international sales; international trade shows - how to select the most important ones, maximize your attendance and increase post show sales; direct response marketing and using database marketing for export sales; web site development and search engine optimization - how to develop an internationally-oriented, customer-friendly site and make sure that international customers can find you. Speakers include: ® Zak Barron, New England Regional Development Director at Constant Contact ® Rosemary Russell, CGBP, Vice President, International Banking at Eastern Bank ® Oleg Vyadro, Principal, Managing Director of inSegment, Inc. ® Linda Woulfe, Consultant Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Time: Registration 8:30 a.m.; Program 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon Location: Eastern Bank, Middleboro (directions) Cost: $75 includes continental breakfast and seminar materials (does not include parking) Contact: Massachusetts Export Center at 508-999-1388 *This seminar has been cancelled* Certified Global Business Professional designation (CGBP) Series  The
NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional designation (CGBP) is the
only nationally-recognized professional credential that demonstrates an
individual’s competency in international business. This comprehensive
seminar series is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for the
CGBP exam while providing practical, real-world information on all aspects
of international business. Participants who complete the entire series will
receive a certificate of completion issued by the Massachusetts Export
Center. One week following the conclusion of the series, individuals will
have an opportunity to take the CGBP exam in Boston. Individuals passing the
exam will receive the CGBP designation and may use the credential logo and
wordmark on resumes, business cards and other collateral identifying them to
the public as individuals proficient in global commerce. Space is limited,
so register early! Dates: Three Fridays: May 15, 29, June 5; Exam: Saturday, June 13 Time: Registration 8:30 a.m.; Program 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: K&L Gates, Boston (directions) Cost: $450 for the entire series or $175 per individual session includes breakfast, lunch and seminar materials (does not include parking or exam fees) Contact: Massachusetts Export Center at 617-973-8664. Register online with link below. >>Register online Note: Eligible candidates for the NASBITE CGBP credential must have completed at least two years of college-level classes OR worked in the international trade field for at least two years. This seminar series is not intended to be the sole means of preparation for the CGBP exam. Even individuals with existing international trade experience will benefit from supplemental studying in areas to which they do not have day-to-day exposure. Those individuals without international trade experience will require a significant amount of outside study in order to pass the exam. This series is not recommended for those without some international trade experience.
International Sales, Marketing and Global Business Management (May 15) This session will cover: global risk assessment; global business plan development; international market research methodologies and strategies; overseas market evaluation and selection; methods of market entry; development of international marketing strategies; working with overseas sales and distribution partners; international intellectual property protection; international contract law and dispute resolution. Speakers include: ® Harry Grill, Partner with K&L Gates ® Nancy Lowd, Senior International Trade Advisor of the Massachusetts Export Center ® Edward Merguerian, International Trade Specialist with the U.S. Department of Commerce, Commercial Service ® Paula Murphy, Director of the Massachusetts Export Center Global Trade Finance and Banking (May 29) This session will cover: foreign commercial and political risk assessment; foreign partner credit analysis techniques; methods of international payment, including letters of credit, documentary collections and other payment instruments; foreign exchange risk mitigating techniques; export quotations and pro forma invoices; export credit insurance; and export financing. Speakers include: ® Eric Hunter, Vice President of MassDevelopment ® John Joyce, International Trade and Finance Manager with the U.S. Small Business Administration ® Steve McAleer, Vice President, Operations Manager, International Trade Services Group of Citizens Bank ® Mary Shea, Special Agent with Coface North America Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management & Exam Review (June 5) This session will cover the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and product classifications; global trade documentation; AES; shipping under free trade agreements; tariffs, tariff calculations and non-tariff barriers; duty drawback; customs brokers, freight forwarders, 3PLs and other service providers; Incoterms; landed cost calculations; carnets; transportation modes and costs; export packing; cargo insurance principles; export regulatory compliance and supply chain security; international product certifications and standards. This session will also feature a CGBP exam review and include a discussion on test preparation strategies. Speakers include: ® Don Houston, Senior Underwriting Officer, Ocean and Inland Marine Specialist with Chubb Group of Insurance ® Michael Jeannotte, District Manager, Boston at DHL Global Forwarding ® Paula Murphy, Director of the Massachusetts Export Center ® Robert Osburn, Business Development Manager at DHL Global Forwarding ® Rich Soja, Chubb Worldwide Marine Manager with the Chubb Group of Insurance ® Jerome Zaucha, Partner with K&L Gates NASBITE CGBP Exam (June 13) Individuals passing the NASBITE CGBP exam will receive the CGBP designation and may use the credential logo and wordmark. Individuals must register for the exam in advance directly with NASBITE. The registration fee is $50 and the exam fee is $295, and is not included in the Massachusetts Export Center seminar fee. To register for the exam, visit www.nasbitecgbp.org. SouthCoast Business & Community Leaders Trip to China The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce is offering an all inclusive trip to China in October for members of the organization and their friends and families. The nine-day, seven-night trip runs from October 11 to October 19, 2009. The trip is priced at $1,999 per person and includes bus transportation to and from the SouthCoast to JFK International Airport, round-trip international airfare, four- and five-star hotel accommodations, all in-country transportation, three meals a day and fluent English-speaking tour guides. Price is based on double occupancy. A $200 per person non-refundable fee is due at the time of registration and is included in the total fare. The trip balance is due before August 1, 2009. A valid passport is required. All travelers must have a Chinese Visa. Travelers may obtain their own visa or may obtain one through the Chamber at an additional cost of $150 per person. The Chamber is sponsoring this trip to China in partnership with Citslinc International, Inc., a chamber member travel company with 28 years of experience in the China tour business. The trip will take travelers through some of China's ancient cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou. The Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City will be among the trip's highlights. An optional business conference will be held in Beijing for those interested in sitting face-to-face with Chinese business leaders in similar industries. The Chamber will hold an orientation session with Citslinc representatives on April 14 for additional information and to answer questions. The session is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Whalers Conference Center/Days Inn, 500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford. A full itinerary and additional information about the trip can be found by visiting the chamber's Web site at www.newbedfordchamber.com/china.htm. Space is limited. Reservations can be made by calling the Chamber at 508-999-5231.
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