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Webinar & Virtual Event Support for UK SMEs

Weekly Newsletter - 13 July 2020

UPDATE: Chancellor's Plan for Jobs to help the UK's recovery
 
Delivering his Summer Economic Update in Parliament, the Chancellor announced a package of measures to support jobs in every part of the country, give businesses the confidence to retain and hire, and provide people with the tools they need to get better jobs.
 
 

 

Free Virtual Events Programme

Roundtable with Industry Experts - Farnborough Airshow Meet the Buyer Webinar Series

Join this interactive webinar to hear crucial aerospace and aviation trade updates from the Department for International Trade (DIT) officials and industry experts. Discover how the current trading environment is impacting SMEs, key sector challenges and future opportunities your business can tap into.

What will you learn?

  • Hear step-by-step guidance on how you can access international opportunities and export successfully 
  • Join live Q&A and discussions with our expert panel 
  • Engage with companies in your sector and understand common issues 
  • Find out about support & resources available

**Applications close TOMORROW 14 July 2020 at 12:00pm. Suitability criteria applies**

Date: 14 July 2020

Time: 14:00 - 15:00

International Marketing Essentials in Times of Change - SME COVID-19 Series 

Is your business easy to find online?
Delivered by industry experts, this webinar will help businesses understand the importance of a strategic marketing plan and how to target the right international audience, utilise a tailored website strategy, create engaging content and adhere to local language and cultural preferences.

Date: 17 July 2020
Time: 10:00 - 11:30

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Winning and Delivering Business Overseas - 

COVID-19 SME Support*

 Are you looking to develop your strategy and start exporting overseas? This intensive virtual event will guide you through all the legal, financial, IP and logistical obstacles SMEs face when exporting and how your business can mitigate these risks and trade safely overseas.
One full-day workshop:
21 July 2020
09:00 - 17:00

Mind Your Export Business - Dealing with Stress and Anxiety for Busy Exporters - 

SME COVID-19 Series 

Need advice on how to manage your stress and anxiety when exporting?

This interactive webinar is designed to help SMEs overco

me the current export challenges due to COVID-19. With the help from industry experts, you will develop exporters intuition, build resilience & confidence to reshape your export business and start preparing for international success. 

Date: 22 July 2020
Time: 10:00 - 11:30

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SME Virtual Event Support Programme

The Department for International Trade hosts multiple virtual events and webinars each month aimed to support UK businesses navigate COVID-19 and business related challenges.

Partner Event

UKABC Digital Export Series - The Future of the Food and Drink Sector in ASEAN
Join this virtual interactive discussion on the changing landscape of ASEAN's food & beverage industry. Expert advisers will provide updates on consumer's purchasing power & how it has changed, sales & the surge of demand and the opportunities available for UK companies in Southeast Asia.
Date: 09:30 - 10:30

Click here to find out more>

Visit the Business Support website for information about measures and support available to your business.

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