In just the second quarter of 2012, exports in Minnesota's manufacturing, mining and agricultural industries reached a record $5.4 billion, up $64 million from the same period a year ago. 

Many central Minnesota businesses are key to this success - finding that international exporting brings them additional revenue, increased sales, and a world of new opportunities. 

If you're interested in learning more about foreign markets and building solid steps to success, you're invited to a unique event on October 12.  In addition to learning about the resources available to businesses in central Minnesota, and networking with fellow business leaders, the seminar's agenda will include: 

REGISTRATION 9 am

INTRODUCTION 9:15 am
Kathy Gaalswyk, President, Initiative Foundation

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION 9:30 am
Katie Clark, Director, Minnesota Trade Office
MINNESOTA EXPORTS: A Driver for Jobs and Economic Growth

PANEL: PLANNING RESOURCES 10 am
Moderator: Katie Clark, Minnesota Trade Office

• Christina Connelly, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• Jeffrey Phillips, Minnesota Trade Office
• Carlos Sosa, U.S. Commercial Service
• John Wilson, Midwest Global Trade Association

PANEL: FINANCING RESOURCES 11:15 am
Moderator: Richard Helling, Wells Fargo Global Banking

• Dan Bullert, Initiative Foundation
• Dennis Griffin, Export-Import Bank
• Carlos Sosa, Small Business Administration

RESOURCE FAIR / NETWORKING LUNCH 

PANEL: BUSINESS LEADERS 12:45 pm
Moderator: Dr. Earl Potter III, St. Cloud State University

• Tom Anderson, Minnesota Thermal Science
• Joe Goering, ATS International
• Brad Goskowicz, Microbiologics
• Peter Lyle, Schaefer Ventilation
• Jeff Zernov, Dragon Hunter

CLOSING 2:20 pm
Dr. Earl Potter III, President, St. Cloud State University

NETWORKING / ADJOURN 2:30 pm

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Hosted by the Initiative Foundation and Minnesota Trade Office, this seminar is sure to offer tips and tidbits for businesses of every size and industry.

Registration fee of $45 includes lunch and materials.

Register Now! 

Questions?  Contact Sharon at sgottwalt@ifound.org or 320-632-9255.