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New Dates Announced: DIT Export Support Series

2021 Virtual Export Support Series - New Dates Announced!

The Department for International Trade (DIT) South East of England and European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)'s South East Gateway to Trade Project, have launched a new comprehensive Export Support Series running from April to June 2021. 

This programme of free virtual events is designed to help South East businesses break into new markets, navigate critical challenges, adjust to the post-EU landscape and achieve exporting success.

Businesses in the South East of England are now invited to apply for these FREE virtual events - places are limited and in high demand, we recommend applying quickly.

Click here to view all upcoming events >

Harness the Power of e-Commerce to Win International Business*

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Join us to hear how you can optimise your website to generate a higher volume of web traffic and leverage e-Commerce to get your products in front of more prospects. 

For many businesses, the future may seem uncertain in this unprecedented period, strategic engagement with your prospects and customers online is going to be key.

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 27 April 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 28 April 2021 
13:00 - 16:30 

Find out more and apply >

Winning and Delivering Business Internationally*

Challenging you to think through your exporting journey, this two-day virtual event will explore the benefits of exporting, helping you build or refine your strategy and combat the issues associated with the transition into new markets.

These events are made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 13:00 - 16:30 

Click here to apply for 11 - 12 May 2021 > 

Click here to apply for 01 - 02 June 2021 >

Doing Business in the EU: The New Landscape*

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This interactive virtual event will help UK businesses ensure they are set up and ready following the EU-exit transition.
Our experts will cover various tactics to minimise further disruption to your business, combat issues and take advantage of new opportunities as a result of the UK leaving the EU. 

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 18 May 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 19 May 2021 
13:00 - 16:30 

Find out more and apply >

Pitching and Winning Business Online*

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Get ready for a comprehensive masterclass with practical tools and advice from our industry expert to help your business deliver a virtual pitch to resonate with potential business prospects.

Learn to pitch like a pro, fine-tune your sales delivery and be ready to deliver & convert in an online environment.

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 25 May 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 26 May 2021 
13:00 - 16:30 

Find out more and apply >

Drive Business Success Through Brand Innovation*

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Our expert speaker will show you how to position your brand in the competitive market and start thinking strategically to effectively get your brand in front of more consumers
With help and support from industry experts, you will explore the key elements that effective brand strategies require, how best to implement them and create a competitive market advantage.

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 08 June 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 09 June 2021 
13:00 - 16:30 

Find out more and apply >

Managing International Agents and Distributors*

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Need help sourcing and managing international partners for your UK business?

This free interactive virtual event will effectively help you profile, identify and manage overseas agents and distributors with expert guidance. You will work through real-life challenges faced by SMEs, with tips on how to avoid common pitfalls, and hear the steps required to optimise your approach.

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 15 June 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 16 June 2021 
13:00 - 16:30 

Find out more and apply >

Boost Your Online Reach with Website Optimisation*

Are you ready to reach new customers, tap into new international markets and boost your online sales globally?

Having a high-performance website and strategically engaging your customers online both nationally and internationally is proving more crucial than ever before.
This virtual event will provide you with insights and tools to build an effective online strategy to reach more customers and increase conversions rates.

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Are you ready to reach new customers, tap into new international markets and boost your online sales globally?

Having a high-performance website and strategically engaging your customers online both nationally and internationally is proving more crucial than ever before.
This virtual event will provide you with insights and tools to build an effective online strategy to reach more customers and increase conversions rates.

This event is made up of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: 22 June 2021 
10:00 - 13:30
Day 2: 23 June 2021 
10:00 - 13:30 

Find out more and apply >

View all South East events here >>

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