Category Archives: International Trade

The SBDC at USF provides Florida import and export assistance through low cost seminars and free consulting services on the fundamentals of international trade, including exporting from Tampa Bay. You will be able to speak to an International Trade Specialist, who will guide you in the process of taking your existing business international or starting your export business.

International Trade Certificate Program

Posted on February 4, 2012 by sbdcadmin

This is an Official NASBITE cgbp Training Program! If you are a domestically-owned business interested in exploring potential international markets or are an exporter with limited international market experience, then the International Trade Certificate Program is right for you!

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INCOTERMS Cheat Sheet

Posted on March 31, 2011 by sbdcadmin

Incoterms Cheat Sheet 2011

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INCOTERMS, Universal Language Used to Negotiate Effectively

Posted on March 31, 2011 by myepes

Since differences in laws, expectations and business culture vary from state to state and country to country, it’s important to understand the universal language of international commercial terms, or INCOTERMS.  These terms allow buyers and sellers to communicate using a

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Export Series: Improve Exports & International Business!

Posted on January 4, 2011 by sbdcadmin

Exports need a boost? Exports from Florida? Join us this February for an in-depth, 3 part, Florida Export Series. Sign up online now! Full Story

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Business Cultural Trip to Panama

Posted on January 3, 2011 by sbdcadmin

2011 Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce presents…. 6 Nights in Panama Hosted by Chamber President Bob Rohrlack Enjoy Panamanian music, nightlife, and business networking opportunities in October. For fun and culture, the trip includes a Canal Transit, Chagres National Park

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Expanded Services to Small Businesses

Posted on October 13, 2010 by sbdcadmin

President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs Act on September 27, 2010. Known as the Jobs Bill, it will provide critical resources to small business owners. This law extends the SBA Recovery loans, promotes exporting, gives small businesses a better

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Export Licenses in the U.S.

Posted on September 24, 2010 by myepes

Who needs an export license? Not every exporter in the U.S. needs an export license. Exporters need to consider the type of exporting product, the country of destination, the end-use of the product and the end-user in order to determine

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Exporting Alternative Energy Products and Services to Latin America

Posted on August 31, 2010 by erodriguez

A Growth Opportunity to Generate Revenue for the next 20 Years! Why export to Latin America? The International Energy Agency estimates energy demand in Latin America and the Caribbean to increase 50% by 2030. The agency also estimates installed energy

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Lower Import Tariffs to Help Manufacturers

Posted on August 16, 2010 by myepes

The U.S. Manufacturing Enhancement Act helps manufacturers generate employment and boost exports President Obama has signed into law the U.S. Manufacturing Enhancement Act. The bill suspends or reduces the import tariffs on raw materials that are used by U.S. manufacturers

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What is a trade mission?

Posted on August 2, 2010 by myepes

A trade mission is a trip with a formal business agenda, usually organized by economic development organizations or government agencies, where exporters and importers can investigate opportunities in potential foreign markets and meet possible clients. Full Story

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