Quad Cities Manufacturing Innovation Hub: Developing an Export Strategy

Join us this unique one-day export event jointly presented by the Quad Cities Manufacturing Innovation Hub and Iowa State University to learn how you can develop a plan to increase your exports and increase your top-line revenue.  Whether you are new to exporting or already are exporting this event will help you put a pro-active plan in-place to manage and increase exports.

At this event you will learn:

•  The characteristics of successful exporters
• How to identify target markets and conduct market research
• How to develop a strong marketing message for international customers
• The key elements of an export growth plan
•  What resources are available (Export Village) to help you develop and implement a successful export plan

Agenda:

  8:30 am     Coffee and networking

      8:45 am     Export Program Overview

                   9:15 am     Strategies of Successful Exporters

12:00 pm   Lunch

12:45 pm   Export Growth Plan

1:00 pm     The Export Village

         1:15 pm     Mini-Sessions (3 rounds)

-        Federal & State Support Programs

-        Export Financing

-        Export Logistics

-        Export Compliance

      4:00 pm    Wrap-Up / End of Event