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SUMMARY:Exporter Roundtable: Global Business Insights & Resources
DESCRIPTION:World Trade Center Savannah\, in partnership with the Georgia District Export Council\, invites you to the 3rd Annual Exporter Roundtable: Global Business Insights & Resources\, a focused\, in-person forum connecting Georgia businesses with practical tools and expert guidance for international growth.  \n\n\n\nThis roundtable is ideal for both current and emerging exporters and will feature practitioner-led insights from: \n\n\n\n\nUniversity of Georgia Small Business Development Center: Market research and global readiness insights\, presented by Darrel Hulsey\, seasoned advisor in international business development.\n\n\n\nRegions Bank: Financial tools and strategies for exporters\, presented by Thomas Matthias\, an expert in global banking solutions and export finance.\n\n\n\nD.J. Powers: A practical guide to mastering Incoterms\, presented by Rhett Willis\, trusted leader in logistics and trade compliance\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will hear real-world perspectives\, learn about available resources\, and gain connections that can support more informed international business decisions.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/exporter-roundtable-global-business-insights-resources/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Banking,Business,Finance,International Markets,Logistics,Market expansion,Marketing,Trade
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SUMMARY:U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone 101 – Boost Your Business with Strategic Insights
DESCRIPTION:In a world of shifting tariffs and evolving U.S. trade policies\, understanding the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program is more important than ever. Join World Trade Center Savannah and Sean Lydon\, President of ISCM Inc.\, for an in-depth seminar on how FTZs can help businesses reduce costs\, improve competitiveness\, and manage trade risks. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nFTZ 104 overview\n\n\n\nRisk management and cash flow benefits\n\n\n\nOpportunities for exporters and 3PLs\n\n\n\nWeekly entry savings\n\n\n\nApplication process and associated costs\n\n\n\nLatest program developments\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: Importers\, exporters\, economic development professionals\, commercial real estate brokers\, customs brokers\, freight forwarders\, bankers\, and accountants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/u-s-foreign-trade-zone-101-boost-your-business-with-strategic-insights/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,International Markets,Trade
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SUMMARY:U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone 101: Maximizing Financial Benefits
DESCRIPTION:World Trade Center Savannah and ISCM Inc. invite you to explore the benefits of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program\, how to get started\, and what you need to know to grow your business with an FTZ. The FTZ program is available to U.S.-based companies and can be established at a warehouse\, distribution or manufacturing facility. \n\n\n\nWho should attend this event? Importers and exporters\, commercial real estate brokers\, customs brokers and freight forwarders\, commercial bankers and accountants. Participants will earn 3 CCS/MCS/CES/MES credits. If you are interested in sponsoring this event or have any questions\, please contact Antwone Mohammed.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/u-s-foreign-trade-zone-101-maximizing-financial-benefits/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Export,Trade
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SUMMARY:Global Trade Finance: Tools & Resources
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for ways to finance your global sales\, access working capital\, and protect your supply chain? If so\, you don’t want to miss this upcoming event hosted by World Trade Center Savannah\, Regions Bank\, Export-Import Bank of the United States\, and the U.S. Small Business Administration. \n\n\n\nGlobal Trade Finance: Tools & Resources is an interactive in-person program highlighting the tools and resources you can use to grow your international business now. You will hear from experts in global trade finance\, such as Thomas Matthias from Regions Bank\, Susan Kintanar from the U.S. Export-Import Bank\, and David Leonard from the U.S. Small Business Administration. They will share their insights and best practices on leveraging financial solutions for your global expansion. \n\n\n\nThis event is ideal for exporters\, importers\, distributors\, manufacturers\, retailers\, and anyone who wants to learn more about the opportunities and challenges of doing business internationally. You will also have the chance to network with other industry leaders and potential partners. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn how to take your business to the next level. Register now and secure your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/global-trade-finance-tools-resources/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance,Supply Chain,Trade
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SUMMARY:Vietnam: Gateway to Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah and high-level officials for a special program on business opportunities in Vietnam\, one of the largest economies in the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Vietnam is a dynamic and fast-growing market with many potential sectors for trade and investment including logistics\, transportation\, manufacturing\, agriculture\, finance\, information and communication technology\, real estate and many others. \n\n\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to hear from officials who will share their insights and experiences on doing business in Vietnam. Speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nH.E Le Kim Toan\, Permanent Deputy Secretary\, Binh Dinh Provincial Party Committee\, Vietnam\n\n\n\nH.E Lam Hai Giang\, Binh Dinh Vice Governor\, Vietnam\n\n\n\nBill Dao\, North America Chief Representative\, Becamex Vietnam & Binh Duong Province\n\n\n\nScott Ellyson\, Chief Executive Officer\, East West Manufacturing\, USA\n\n\n\n\nThis program is designed for supply chain executives\, importers\, exporters and industry business leaders. Lunch is provided\, and we kindly ask all participants to dress in business attire. \n\n\n\nThis program is free\, but space is limited and registration is required. Thank you to Becamex VSIP Binh Dinh and Becamex Binh Dinh\, leading industrial and urban real estate developers in Vietnam\, for sponsoring this event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/vietnam-gateway-to-southeast-asia-2/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade,Vietnam
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SUMMARY:Passport to Export: Fostering Global Trade Success
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah and the U.S. Commercial Service to learn how exporting can propel your company to grow globally and prosper locally. The U.S. Commercial Service has 1\,800 trade professionals in 105 U.S. cities and 151 U.S. Embassies\, Consulates\, and Trade Centers worldwide to help companies navigate the complex international trade process. U.S. Commercial Service Atlanta Director Georgia Tracy will share vital tools for international trade. \n\n\n\nThe United States is the world’s largest trading nation of goods and services\, and the opportunities for global success are unlimited. Becoming an exporter can help your company achieve economic success on the international stage by expanding the variety of products for consumers\, creating sustainable jobs\, and expanding your business network. \n\n\n\nTopics will include: \n\n\n\n\nFree Export Services for U.S. Companies\n\n\n\nTarget Market Identification and Market Accessibility\n\n\n\nIn-Country Partner Identification and Vetting\n\n\n\nMarketing/Sales\n\n\n\nCross-Border Digital Strategy – Website Globalization\n\n\n\nS. Export Controls\n\n\n\nInternational Financial Considerations/Assistance/Tools/Strategy\n\n\n\nShipping/Logistics\n\n\n\nIP Protection and Other Legal Considerations\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Criteria: \n\n\n\nTo participate\, companies must be 95% American owned and formed under U.S. law. A minimum of 51% of the product or service content should be American (based on COGS). If the company is interested in exporting another company’s products and services\, it must have documented exclusivity to do so (applies to consultants\, trading companies\, and other intermediaries). The company should have a website that details the products and services the company wishes to export. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/passport-to-export-fostering-global-trade-success-2/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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SUMMARY:Passport to Export: Fostering Global Trade Success
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah and the U.S. Commercial Service to learn how exporting can propel your company to grow globally and prosper locally. The U.S. Commercial Service has 1\,800 trade professionals in 105 U.S. cities and 151 U.S. Embassies\, Consulates\, and Trade Centers worldwide to help companies navigate the complex international trade process. U.S. Commercial Service Atlanta Director Georgia Tracy will share vital tools for international trade. \n\n\n\nThe United States is the world’s largest trading nation of goods and services\, and the opportunities for global success are unlimited. Becoming an exporter can help your company achieve economic success on the international stage by expanding the variety of products for consumers\, creating sustainable jobs\, and expanding your business network. \n\n\n\nTopics will include:– Free Export Services for U.S. Companies-Target Market Identification and Market Accessibility– In-Country Partner Identification and Vetting– Marketing/Sales– Cross-Border Digital Strategy – Website Globalization– S. Export Controls– International Financial Considerations/Assistance/Tools/Strategy– Shipping/Logistics– IP Protection and Other Legal Considerations– Participation Criteria: \n\n\n\nTo participate\, companies must be 95% American owned and formed under U.S. law. A minimum of 51% of the product or service content should be American (based on COGS). If the company is interested in exporting another company’s products and services\, it must have documented exclusivity to do so (applies to consultants\, trading companies\, and other intermediaries). The company should have a website that details the products and services the company wishes to export. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/passport-to-export-fostering-global-trade-success/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade
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SUMMARY:Reducing Risk and Leveraging Options in the Global Supply Chain: Focus on Foreign-Trade Zones
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah for a seminar highlighting strategies to manage risks and spending in the global supply chain. Content to be covered includes: \n\n\n\n– Understanding post-pandemic supply chain issues– Eight primary options for reducing risks and spending in the global supply chain– The first sale\, consolidated freight\, demand planning\, HTS reviews\, alternative sourcing and near sourcing\, tariff engineering\, and Foreign Trade Zones \n\n\n\nBlue Tiger International Managing Director Tom Cook will facilitate this program\, bringing more than 35 years of experience in helping companies manage their supply chains and executive responsibilities with import and export operations. Tom serves on the New York District Export Council\, the National Association of District Export Councils boards and is the Director of the National Institute of World Trade. \n\n\n\nThis program is designed for supply chain executives\, importers\, exporters\, freight forwarders\, customs brokers\, third-party logistics companies and industry business partners. \n\n\n\nParticipants will earn 3 CCS/MCS/CES/MES credits. This program is free of charge\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Antwone Smoak via email asmoak@wtcsavannah.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/reducing-risk-and-leveraging-options-in-the-global-supply-chain-focus-on-foreign-trade-zones-2/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Logistics,Trade
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SUMMARY:Developing a Successful International Business Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah\, in partnership with the Georgia Small Business Development Center\, for an immersive workshop to develop an international plan for your company. \nHave you considered growing your business globally? There’s no better time than now to leverage the resources\, benefits\, and opportunities of globalization. The United States is the world’s largest exporter of services with global competitiveness in audiovisual\, banking\, energy services\, express delivery\, information technology\, insurance\, and telecommunications. Likewise\, 97.5% of the 300\,000 U.S. companies that export are small and medium-sized businesses. The United States has free trade agreements with 20 countries to help U.S. companies access markets\, create jobs\, and compete on the global stage. International Trade Consultant Dimitris Kloussiadis will cover the following components of an effective import/export plan. \nTopics will include:\n– Organizational and product readiness\n– Market research\n– Guidance for developing your strategy and marketing plan\n– Promoting your products in target markets\n– Complying with U.S. and foreign regulations \nPart one of this four-hour workshop will aid you in assessing your readiness\, understanding what you need to know\, and considering all options before pursuing an international strategy. \nPart two will introduce you to those topics needed to develop and implement your strategy: international pricing and cost issues\, proforma export quotations\, payment terms\, and risk assessment. \nEach part is two hours\, with a one-hour lunch and networking break between sessions. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/developing-a-successful-international-business-strategy/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:international relations
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SUMMARY:Global Trade Finance: What It Is\, How It Works\, and the Benefits
DESCRIPTION:International trade is the driving force of the world economy\, providing goods and services across borders to foster wealth and prosperity throughout the globe. Trade finance helps importers and exporters mitigate financial risks by providing exporters with receivables or payments according to the agreement while extending credit to importers to fulfill trade orders. Mitigating supply chain disruption\, ensuring business continuity\, and assurance of price and service are vital to safeguarding long-term business viability and remaining competitive and profitable. Learn how to do so from Regions Bank Senior Vice President of the Global Trade Finance Group Thomas Matthias\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Export Finance Manager David Leonard\, and U.S. Export-Import Bank Regional Director Susan Kintanar. \nTopics to include:\n– Supply chain financing\n– Identifying payment methods\n-Accessing working capital\n– Strategies to safeguard your supply chain\n– Building resilient supply chain models \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/global-trade-finance-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-the-benefits/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20221014T184459Z
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SUMMARY:Foreign-Trade Zone 101: Show Me the Money
DESCRIPTION:Are you an importer? Do you pay customs duty? Would you like to defer\, reduce or eliminate that duty? If so\, join World Trade Center Savannah to lean the benefits of the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program\, how it can help your business and how you can get started\, as well as\, everything you need to know to grow your business through an FTZ. The FTZ program is available to United States-based companies and can be established at your warehouse/distribution center or manufacturing facility. \nParticipants will get an introduction to the U.S. FTZ program as well as learn about: \n\nWarehouse/distribution benefits\nOpportunities for 3PLs\nMPF savings for distributors\nSavings for exporters\nInverted tariff savings for manufacturers\nDemonstrating the value of your FTZ\nThe application process\nProgram costs\nSupply chain impact\nElectronic filing options\nLatest program developments\n\nThis program is free of charge\, but registration is required. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Antwone Smoak for more information and with questions. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/foreign-trade-zone-101-show-me-the-money-2/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20220701T133858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T133858Z
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SUMMARY:The Benefits of Doing Business with Japan: Resources for Exporters and Importers Panel
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia-Japan relationship is strong and bound for future growth. Join World Trade Center Savannah as they host representatives from the Japan-America Society of Georgia for an in-person business networking lunch and panel discussion to highlight ways your company can engage and leverage trade opportunities with Japan. Japan is the sixth largest export market for Georgia. In 2020\, Georgia’s exports to Japan totaled $1.24 billion\, with top commodities including aircraft\, gas turbines\, medical instruments\, chemical wood pulp\, and kaolin. Similarly\, Japan ranks fifth among Georgia’s importer nations with $5.88 billion in imports in 2020. \nGuests will hear from the Japan External Trade Organization Assistant Director of International Business Development Trevin Dye\, Hodge Consulting Services President Al Hodge\, the Georgia Economic Developers Association’s Chair and CEO of the Development Authority of Bulloch County Benjy Thompson\, Georgia Ports Authority Director of Business Development and International Marketing John Petrino\, and Fuji Vegetable Oil Vice President Barry-San. \nPanel discussion topics include: \n\nSecrets to international trade with Japan\nPrimary industries\nTop export/import commodities\nState of Georgia resources and support\n\nThis program is free\, but registration is required as seating is limited. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-benefits-of-doing-business-with-japan-resources-for-exporters-and-importers-panel/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20220316T190023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T190023Z
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SUMMARY:Develop a Successful Global Import-Export Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you have what it takes to become a successful international business? Are you ready to make international sales? Expanding your business globally offers great opportunities but requires careful preparation and planning. \nThis workshop will help you gain the knowledge to develop and implement an international plan. You will become acquainted with the key components of an effective import / export plan. \nTopics include: \n\nOrganizational and product readiness\nMarket research\nGuidance for developing your strategy and marketing plan\nPromoting your products in target markets\nComplying with U.S. and foreign regulations\n\nThis four-hour course is taught in two parts by international experts from the Georgia Small Business Development Center\, a resource partner of World Trade Center Savannah. \nPart one will aid you in assessing your readiness\, understanding what you need to know and considering all options before pursuing an international strategy. \nPart two will introduce you to those topics needed to develop and implement your strategy: international pricing and cost issues\, proforma export quotations\, payment terms and risk assessment. \nEach part is two hours in length\, with a one-hour lunch and networking break between sessions. Hybrid option available. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/develop-a-successful-global-import-export-business/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Export,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20211014T000024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T000024Z
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SUMMARY:Foreign-Trade Zone 101: Show Me the Money
DESCRIPTION:Foreign-Trade Zone 101: Show Me the Money – World Trade Center Savannah \nAre you an importer? Do you pay customs duty? Would you like to defer\, reduce or eliminate that duty? If so\, join us to learn the benefits of the FTZ program\, how it can help your business and how you can get started – everything you need to know to grow your business through a Foreign-Trade Zone. The FTZ program is available to United States-based companies and can be established at your warehouse/distribution center or manufacturing facility. \nParticipants will get an introduction to the U.S. FTZ program as well as learn about: \n– Inverted tariff savings for manufacturers\n– MPF savings for distributors\n– Demonstrating the value of your FTZ\n– Case studies in distribution and manufacturing\n– Program costs\n– Supply chain impact\n– The application process \nParticipants receive 2.5 National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America\, Inc. (NCBFAA) Educational Institute (NEI) credits. This program is free of charge\, but registration is required. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Antwone Smoak (asmoak@wtcsavannah.org) for more information. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/foreign-trade-zone-101-show-me-the-money/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20190724T214426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T214426Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Exporter Roundtable: Market Entry Strategies
DESCRIPTION:What factors do you need to take into consideration when expanding your company\, product or service abroad? Culture? Competition? Regulations? In addition to these\, there will be a number of factors that will influence your business strategy when entering into a foreign market including\, but not limited to\, tariff rates\, the degree of adaptation of your product required\, marketing and transportation costs. \nAlice Carson\, Senior International Trade Manager for the Georgia Department of Economic Development\, will share key tactics and best practices to help strengthen your business export strategy when entering a foreign market. \nWTCSav will host a quarterly roundtable luncheon for companies located in the Coastal Georgia region who are currently exporting and/or have a strong interest in exporting. Learn best practices and build a network of companies that are currently exporting successfully. The meetings will include networking\, lunch\, a short presentation and facilitated discussion. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/quarterly-exporter-roundtable-market-entry-strategies/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20191010T174012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T174012Z
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SUMMARY:Foreign-Trade Zones: Show me the Money
DESCRIPTION:Businesses operating FTZ’s have become a thriving sector of the U.S. economy.\nThe FTZ program is available to all U.S. based companies and can be established at warehouses/distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. The program is available to all U.S. based companies and can be established at warehouses/distribution centers and manufacturing facilities.\nIntroduction to the U. S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program \n\nWhere does this program come from?\nWho is it for?\nHow do the benefits work?\nWhat are the requirements?\n\nComputing the Financial Savings and Getting Started: \n\nInverted tariff savings for manufacturers\nMPF savings for distributors\nDemonstrating the value of your FTZ\nCase studies in distribution and manufacturing\nProgram costs\nSupply chain impact\nThe application process\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/foreign-trade-zones-show-me-the-money/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20190730T183718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T183718Z
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SUMMARY:Foreign Trade Zone 101: Ask the Experts
DESCRIPTION:Businesses operating FTZ’s have become a thriving sector of the U.S. economy.\nThe FTZ program is available to all U.S. based companies and can be established at warehouses/distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. \nIntroduction to the U. S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program\n•Where does this program come from?\n•Who is it for?\n•How do the benefits work?\n•What are the requirements? \nHow Can Foreign Trade Zones Benefit My Company?\n•Duty Deferral Improves Cash Flow\n•Direct Delivery Saves Time\n•Duty Elimination on Exports\n•Elimination of Drawback\n•Improved Customs Compliance\n•Improved Inventory Control\n•Weekly Entry and Reduced MPF\n•Inverted Tariffs – Manufacturing\n•Potential Added Savings on E-commerce \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/foreign-trade-zone-101-ask-the-experts/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190917T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20190724T214544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T214544Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Exporter Roundtable: Export Documentation & Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Export compliance regulations don’t just apply to large companies. Even the smallest U.S. businesses that send their products to customers outside the country are subject to a variety of export regulations. Documentation errors can lead to heavy penalties and adversely affect your business. \nPat Fosberry\, the Director of Export Compliance for John. S. James\, will teach you how you can avoid costly documentation errors\, streamline your logistics operations and protect your business against risk of non-payment and unnecessary customs delays. \nWTCSav will host a quarterly roundtable luncheon for companies located in the Coastal Georgia region who are currently exporting and/or have a strong interest in exporting. Learn best practices and build a network of companies that are currently exporting successfully. The meetings will include networking\, lunch\, a short presentation and facilitated discussion. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/quarterly-exporter-roundtable-export-documentation-compliance/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20190212T010318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T010318Z
UID:10038337-1552995000-1553000400@www.globalatlanta.com
SUMMARY:Quarterly Exporter Roundtable: Developing an Export Strategy
DESCRIPTION:The key to successful exporting is having a strategic export plan. Dimitris Kloussiadis\, an International Trade Consultant with the University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center\, will share key tactics and best practices to help you develop your business export strategy when entering a foreign market using trade data. \nThe meeting will include networking\, lunch\, a short presentation and facilitated discussion. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/quarterly-exporter-roundtable-developing-an-export-strategy/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20190212T005948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T005948Z
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SUMMARY:Ireland: TradeBridge Business Opportunities & Connections
DESCRIPTION:Interested in doing business with Ireland? The Consul General of Ireland for the Southeastern U.S. the Honorable Shane Stephens\, will discuss how the Irish consulate facilitates doing business with Ireland as well as the forecasted effects of Brexit. Additionally TradeBridge representatives will provide an update on the joint international business development program designed to drive international trade and investment between the Coastal Georgia region and Wexford County\, Ireland. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ireland-tradebridge-business-opportunities-connections/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20180907T181922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T181922Z
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SUMMARY:Taking Your Website Beyond Borders
DESCRIPTION:Did you know… 96% of global consumers reside outside of the United States? You could be missing out on a world of potential customers.\nThe Internet knows no boundaries— and neither should your website. It is imperative for small businesses to have a website strategy to effectively market their products and services internationally. This program will share insights about the low-cost to no-cost modifications to internationalize your website. The information provided is offered by the U.S. Commercial Service’s Task Force on Website Optimization to businesses to assist them in maximizing their sales potential overseas. \nEach attendee will receive a personalized expert website evaluation and a report from the U.S. Commercial Service. \nTopics included in this program:\n*Phased Approach and Simple Enhancements (do’s and don’ts)\n*Internationalization and Localization\n*Translating Your Website\n*Proactive Promotion (Search Engine Optimization) \nAbout the presenter: George Tracy\, Director of the Atlanta United States Commercial Service\, is a multinational management and consulting executive with strong strategic and tactical planning skills as well as ‘ roll-up-sleeves’ experience in translating\, directing and implementing technology into practical and successful business solutions. \nSpecialties: Business and Technical Strategy\, Process/IT Optimization\, Implementation Best Practices\, Agile/Scrum Project Management\, Executive Training\, Customer Relationship Management (CRM)\, International Business Development\, Export Operations Optimization\, Cross-cultural Communication \nRegistration is required. Seating is limited. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/taking-your-website-beyond-borders/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20171027T164221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171027T164221Z
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SUMMARY:How Foreign-Trade Zones Work & Save Money
DESCRIPTION:Join the World Trade Center Savannah as they host this program free of charge. \nBusinesses operating FTZ’s have become a thriving sector of the U.S. economy. World Trade Center Savannah has secured a grant to ensure exclusive access to this federal program for warehouses/distribution centers and manufacturing facilities in the region.\nIntroduction to the U. S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program \n• Where does this program come from?\n• Who is it for?\n• How do the benefits work?\n• What are the requirements?\nComputing the Financial Savings & Getting Started \n• Inverted Tariff Savings for Manufacturers\n• MPF Savings for Distributors\n• Demonstrating the Value of your FTZ\n• Case Studies in Distribution & Manufacturing\n• Program Costs\n• Supply Chain Impact\n• The Application Process \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/foreign-trade-zones-work-save-money/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20171004T043453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T043453Z
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SUMMARY:The Basics of International Business - Finance
DESCRIPTION:Learn from regional experts in international business insurance\, banking\, and logistics on how to successfully grow your business through foreign markets. Our presenters will cover topics including accessing working capital\, identifying international transaction risks and utilizing available government resources. \nParticipants will also learn about options for possibly reducing your company’s tax burden for goods that are sold and/or manufactured overseas. The course prepares participants with practical knowledge and skills necessary to successfully operate an organization across borders. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/basics-international-business-finance/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
CREATED:20170905T082520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T082520Z
UID:10037149-1507712400-1507734000@www.globalatlanta.com
SUMMARY:Export Compliance in the New ACE Era
DESCRIPTION:This one-day seminar will focus on the U.S. export regulations a U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI) must comply with to demonstrate supervision and control over their exports and will discuss the new focus on compliance enforcement presented by the expansion and implementation of the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) program. Government visibility has been expanded to include an automated view of the export operations activities requiring the trade industry to elevate compliance regulatory supervision of their process. \nThe presentation will also include the controls necessary to manage freight forwarding and fully review the export operations responsibilities of the shipper and USPPI including proper documentation\, denied party screening and record keeping. \nThis class is a demonstration of Reasonable Care. This class is a must for export operations personnel\, sales\, shipping\, new hires to the logistics industry. Sponsored by The World Academy. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/export-compliance-new-ace-era/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T074222
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SUMMARY:Website Globalization Seminar With U.S. Commercial Service in Savannah
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by George Tracy\, Director of the Atlanta U.S. Commercial Service\, this program will share insight about the low-cost to no-cost modifications to internationalize your website. \nThe U.S. Commercial Service\, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce\, promotes U.S. products and services abroad. The information provided is offered by the U.S. Commercial Service’s Task Force on Website Optimization to businesses to assist them in maximizing their sales potential overseas. \nProgram Sponsor: U.S. Commercial Service \n$35 program registration fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/website-globalization-seminar-u-s-commercial-service-savannah/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology
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SUMMARY:Export Compliance\, Documentation & Procedures
DESCRIPTION:Topics will include: \n\nExport Compliance Management\nManaging Export Documents\nIncoterms\nNAFTA – Rules of Origin\nLetter of Credit\nHTS – Schedule B Classification\nRecord Keeping\nDenied Party Screening\n\nLearn more about the international logistics industry from a supply chain management specialist with The World Academy\, Sarah Reynolds\, a Senior Consultant and Vice President of Operations at American River International’s corporate office. Sarah has more than 25 years of experience specializing in various areas including freight negotiation\, trade compliance and documentation\, import and export regulations\, along with teaching International Logistics at Baruch College. \nThe World Academy is a nationally recognized training organization that offers import/export trade compliance education and training. \nDuring this seminar\, attendees will earn 6.5 CES points.\n$75 per person includes registration\, lunch and reference handouts.\nRegistration is required. Click HERE to register.\nFor more information contact Jesse Dillon at jdillon@wtcsavannah.org or 912.447.9704.\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/export-compliance-documentation-procedures/
LOCATION:World Trade Center Savannah\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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