UKTI North East launch new workshop programme

June 15th 2016

In May, UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) launched a new series of workshops, to introduce local companies to the benefits of exporting and international trade. The monthly sessions will be delivered throughout the region for local companies to find out more about overseas trade opportunities.

The interactive workshop, aimed at first time exporters or those who have only had limited experience, discusses the challenges that North East businesses need to overcome to successfully and regularly trade overseas. Evidence has shown that companies who trade overseas experience increased productivity and growth.

Simon Crosby, delivering the inaugural workshop at NECCs offices in Newcastle, said, "We need more companies in the North East to export, but we understand that its a big step for any business. This workshop provides a digestible introduction to topics such as payment, marketing, legislation and the financial considerations of exporting."

Attending the first workshop, Steve Foster, MD of AS Training, an ILM-approved training centre, said, "We have been very keen to develop our business overseas and the Introduction to Export workshop was extremely useful and informative to help us focus our activities and develop our export strategy. The workshop content was very comprehensive and, through anecdotal stories, Simon made the course extremely enjoyable."

For more information on the Introduction to Export workshop programme, and to book your free place, contact the UKTI North East team on 0345 136 0169.