We say it every year, but it’s hard to believe another year has come and gone. 2018 was a year of professional and private ups and downs for most, but as we usher in 2019 many businesses look for new and sustainable ways to find customers and grow sales. Economists and investors largely agree that […]
One of the most popular events offered by the FSBDC at UNF each year is the International Trade Certificate Program. This is a unique opportunity for businesses that are successful in the local, regional or national markets to explore taking their products or services global! As a growth oriented business, you should join us to […]
May marks Florida World Trade Month – a time to increase awareness about the importance of international trade as a major contributor to job creation and economic growth, and to recognize Florida companies engaging in the global marketplace. In celebration of Florida World Trade Month, the Florida SBDC Network is pleased to recognize Carlton Smith, […]
I am often asked, “Why should I care about what’s happening in the rest of the world? Everything I need is right here.” Well, the reality is that we live in an increasingly globalized world, whether we like it or not. Just look at the tags on your clothes, and nine times out of ten […]
Want more customers? Did you know… 95% of the world’s population and more than 70% of the world’s purchasing power is outside the US? How do you get your fair share? With the US economy still making a slow recovery, have you ever thought about selling your products to customers in other countries? If not, […]
By Cathy Hagan It’s time to consider pursuing across borders. And by that, I don’t mean the borders of Georgia and Alabama. It is a fact that the vast majority of the world’s population lives somewhere other than the US. Small and medium-sized companies that export: * Have higher sales per employee and pay higher […]
With the US economy still “sluggish”, have you ever thought about selling your products to customers in other countries? If not, why not? And if you already export to one country, why not look at other markets? The US Department of Commerce estimates that between 2010 – 2015, 87% of global growth will occur outside the […]
The International Trade Certificate Program – Export Series introduces companies to every aspect of exporting. It’s designed for small businesses that are new to international ex porting as well as growth-oriented businesses that want a better understanding of the op portunities and resources available. Attendees will learn about available resources when pursuing exporting opportunities, get […]
The International Trade Certificate Program – Export Series introduces companies to every aspect of exporting. It’s designed for small businesses that are new to international exporting as well as growth-oriented businesses that want a better understanding of the opportunities and resources available. Attendees will learn about available resources when pursuing exporting opportunities, get the “nuts […]
This from the 11/12 Jacksonville’s Financial News and Daily Record. Back by popular demand, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of North Florida recently completed its second International Trade Certificate Series of Exporting with a graduation ceremony featuring 31 small business owners. The business owners attended six weeks of classes, which featured […]
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