When: 

December 8, 2022, 1:30-2:30 pm Pacific Time

Event Type:  

Webinar via Zoom

Participation is free with registration

Meeting link provided in registration confirmation email.


Contact

Kellie Holloway
U.S. Commercial Service - Oregon
503-326-3002
kellie.holloway@trade.gov

How to Utilize U.S. Embassies for International Business Development 

U.S. Embassies in more than 150 countries provide a system of vast, deep knowledge on the local markets, environments, and emerging opportunities for U.S. exporters. Hear how to tap into this valuable resource, hosted by the Oregon District Export Council, the Idaho District Export Council, and the U.S. Commercial Service. The discussion will cover ways to connect with and utilize U.S. Embassies to advance your international business development goals. Panelists include exporters with real world experience employing governmental resources to promote their business overseas, and are happy to answer your questions!

A Discussion with Experienced Exporters covering topics such as:

  • How U.S. embassies can advance your international business development activities
  • How to connect with embassy teams and the in-country commerce staff
  • Support and fee-based service benefits
  • How to interface with local Commerce staff in your time zone
  • What to avoid
  • Why engaging with embassies is worth it 

Featuring:

Russ Monk, Director of Operations, High Impact Technology LLC

Chair, Oregon District Export Council

Virginia Joplin, CEO, Verbio
Board Member, Oregon District Export Council 

Alison Kelsey, General Manager, Rekluse Motor Sport
Board Member, Idaho District Export Council

Haisum Shah, International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service - Oregon
Previously U.S. Consulate, Jeddah

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This event is brought to you by the Oregon District Export Council in partership with the Idaho District Export Council, and support of the National Association of District Export Councils, and the U.S. Commercial Service.   

The Oregon District Export Council is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 comprised of international business leaders with a passion for supporting exports growth of Oregon/Southwest Washington businesses, and strengthening local and U.S. economic prosperity in the process.   

www.exportoregon.org 


  

Topics

Covered: 

1)      Activating your brand prior to Market Entry

2)     Use of Social Media and Live-Streaming

3)     Developing an Integrated Strategy for eCommerce Success in China

4)     Registration and Approval of Nutritional Supplements to expand into traditional retail commerce in China

Established in July 2010, Health Products Association – China (HPA-China) is a U.S. non-profit 501(c6) organization dedicated to the overall natural health products industry including dietary supplements, nutritional ingredients, organic foods, natural cosmetics, sports nutrition, probiotics, omega fatty acids and traditional herbal products. The association’s primary focus is the continued development of China’s dietary supplement and overall natural health product industry. The association works closely with both government and industry to achieve its objective. HPA-China differs from other associations as it offers it members business related services to help them succeed in one of the most challenging markets in the world.