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Hosted by the City of St. Michael Economic Development Authority

FREE BUSINESS SEMINAR AND NETWORKING LUNCH!

Exporting is not just for big companies anymore. In fact, more than 97% of exporters are small to medium-sized businesses. Attend this free seminar to learn how your business can tap into the growing global marketplace.

WHY EXPORT?

* 96% of All Customers Reside Outside the USA!

* Increase Sales & Profits

* Overcome Slow Growth in Domestic Marketplace

* Minimize Seasonal Sales Fluctuations

* Achieve Economies of Scale

Gain Expert Trade Advice from Distinguished Speakers:

* Andrea Staebler Berton, U.S. Commercial Service

* Mary Jo Stangl, Minnesota Trade Office

* Leslie A. Bergland, Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd.

* David Anderson, Jet Edge, Inc. & MN District Export Council

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND...

~ Learn the basic requirements for exporting.

~ Gain valuable insight into the many trade resources available through the federal and state government, including education and trade counseling, market intelligence and research, trade missions and trade shows, international business partner matching services, the Featured U.S. Exporter (FUSE) program, and trade advocacy with foreign governments.

~ Learn how to secure financing (U.S. Ex-Im Bank and SBA) for exports and mitigate credit risk.

~ Network with influential business, government and community leaders.

FOR MORE INFO. / QUESTIONS / TO REGISTER: RSVP by July 6 to: Marc Weigle, 763-416-7932; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

AGENDA:

- 11:30 a.m. Sign In

- 12 p.m. Lunch/Networking

- 1 - 3:15 p.m. Presentations

- 3:30 p.m. Jet Edge Tour

SPONSORED BY: 94 West Chamber of Commerce, St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club, and Jet Edge