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Channels to Trade

January 2017
Trade Finance & Letters of Credit Webinar
Appalachia USA Webinar #5 
It is important that both sellers and buyers be aware of the options, special concerns and precautions that relate to payment terms of international transactions. This program will provide an in-depth understanding of international payment terms with a special focus on letters of credit. Learn how to negotiate the terms of payment and how to establish or comply with a letter of credit.
 
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Who should register? Finance, Logistics, Shipping, Purchasing, Sales, International Supervisors and Managers, and Senior Management
Trade Mission to India
March 20-27, 2017
This Pennsylvania Office of International Business Development sponsored mission is open to companies from all sectors, as well as educational institutions. The itinerary includes stops in 4 cities: New Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru (Bangalore) and Mumbai. Each mission participant will receive a customized schedule of business meetings with pre-qualified potential partners, and organizers will tailor each company's itinerary to best meet its objectives. As always, Pennsylvania's Export Team will provide one-on-one assistance and support before, during and after the mission. Click here for more information. 
Trade Mission to Mexico
April 3-7, 2017
The Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers is leading a multi-sector trade mission to Mexico. Each mission participant will receive a customized schedule of meetings with prospective customers and business partners. Mission participants will also benefit from networking events and logistical support provided by the Conference's Mexico Trade Office. Click here for more information.

Registration Deadline: February 15, 2017
Cost: $1,250 (Please note - while there is a cost to participate, there are no additional appointment-setting fees for PA companies.)

Key Industry Sectors: Agribusiness; Automotive Parts & Supplies; Building Materials & Services; Consumer Goods; Education & Training Services; Electrical Power Generation; Environmental Technologies & Water; Medical Devices; Packaging Equipment; Plastic Materials/Resins; Renewable Energy; Security Safety Equipment; Smart Grid; Textiles; Transportation Infrastructure Equipment; Upstream Oil & Gas
WIN Eurasia 2017
Free Catalog Display Opportunity - Istanbul, Turkey
Pennsylvania's Office of International Business Development's Middle East Authorized Trade Representative will be attending WIN Eurasia 2017 in Istanbul, Turkey from March 15-19, 2017, and will represent a select group of companies at this event at no cost.  WIN Eurasia is Eurasia's biggest annual event for the manufacturing industry.  Four separate trade fairs take place under one roof: Automation Eurasia, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Eurasia, CeMat Eurasia, and Electrotech Eurasia.  Interested companies should return the completed registration form by February 28, 2017.  
Seoul Food & Hotel 2017
Seoul, South Korea - May 16-19, 2017
Pennsylvania's Office of International Business Development is offering companies a cost-effective way to participate in Seoul Food & Hotel 2017 . Exhibiting with Pennsylvania enables small to medium-sized companies to make an impact at this prominent food show without the high cost. In addition, companies may qualify for Food Export's Branded Program  which provides 50% cost reimbursements for marketing activities including advertising, package and label modification and freight cost for samples.  With total imports of agricultural products topping $32 billion in 2015, Seoul Food & Hotel offers a tremendous opportunity to showcase your products and services in one of the world's most lucrative markets. Click here to view the registration flyer. 

Registration deadline: February 10, 2017.
Cost: $750 for a shared booth or $1,500 for an independent booth - catalog display opportunity is also available 
InfoSecurity Europe 2017
London, England, UK - June 6-8, 2017
InfoSecurity is Europe's largest and most comprehensive infosecurity show with over 18,000 industry professionals from over 80 countries, more than 360 exhibitors, and 8 conference theaters all at one event. The Eastern Trade Council is offering Pennsylvania companies display space for only $3,500. The registration deadline is March 31, 2017.  Click here to view the event flyer.  Click here to view the registration flyer.  
Pennsylvania Export Finance Program
Working Capital and Accounts Receivable Financing Available to qualified businesses - click here for additional information.
Our Partners:
DCED       Northeast PREP

" Channels to Trade" emphasizes NEPA and other International Trade Services made possible by funding from the  Appalachian Regional Commission and the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development's  Office of International Business Development and through funding for the Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance and Local Development Districts.

The NEPA International Trade Program works in cooperation with the OIBD and the Commonwealth's Authorized Trade Representatives to provide a global approach to export assistance.

Staff Contacts:

Michael Horvath  -  Debbie Phillips

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