In response to a recent UPS survey highlighting challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in exporting and e-commerce, UPS and U.S. Commercial Services have teamed up to launch a capacity-building program. The initiative aims to empower SMBs with the essential tools and resources needed to enhance their global competitiveness and increase participation in international trade.
Details of the Program:
- Date/Time: February 29, 2024, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce, 5215 N. O’Connor Blvd, Irving, Texas 75039
The training will cover various topics crucial for business expansion, including APIs, e-commerce strategies, logistics optimization, leveraging government support, and insights on cross-border trade.
Background: The decision to organize this program is based on findings from a UPS survey of small and medium-sized business customers. Survey respondents identified key barriers to exporting and e-commerce growth, including challenges in warehousing, managing online stores, and concerns about the quality and cost of logistics.
Free Workshop Highlights:
- Content: Participants will receive knowledge and resources drawn from years of experience in export logistics to aid small businesses in expanding their reach.
- Impact: Over the past three years, more than 600 SMBs have been trained virtually. Dallas marks one of the first in-person locations, with upcoming events planned in Denver, San Antonio, New York, and Atlanta.
Event Speakers: Distinguished speakers for the event include:
- U.S. Commercial Service, Dallas-Fort Worth Director Jessica Cheeks-Thompson
- Export-Import Bank of the United States Regional Director Eric Miller
- Small Business Administration Export, Trade, and Finance Manager Jeremy Foreman
- North Texas District Export Council Member & CEO of Apiworx Charlie Alsmiller
- North Texas District Export Council Member representing Regions Bank Ashanti Mitchell
- UPS International and Logistics Specialist Ashley Brown
Registration: https://forms.gle/k3TMYvWsuTLqFqKPA
