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.

ASTE Trade International – A Hillsborough County Success Story

Tuncay Esitmez launched ASTE Trade International, LLC. in 2009, a firm supplying construction materials, computer equipment and chemicals to private contractors serving the U.S. government overseas, and in just 12 months made nearly $300,000. Esitmez’s 27-years as Chief Operations Officer

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Positive International Trade News for Florida

According to recent statistics Florida?s international trade industry is experiencing healthy growth. Statistics for April 2009 – April 2010 show merchandise exports are up 15.4% and imports are up by 27.5%. In 2009, Florida?s merchandise trade totaled $103 million. Florida is also a leader in service exports, with an estimated value of $25-30 billion annually. Full Story

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Improving Conditions for Exporters

President Obama Moving Forward with the National Export Initiative In January, during the State of the Union Address, President Obama announced the National Export Initiative and set the goal to double American exports over the next five years. Last week

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Sanctions from President Impacting Exports and Imports

U.S. exporters and importers need to be aware of changes in U.S. foreign policy President Obama has increased the U.S. Sanctions on Iran in an effort to prevent Iran from funding and developing its nuclear program. What does this mean

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Florida Export Series learn to grow globally

A Three Part Workshop on Exporting Take advantage of the National Export Initiative to expand your client base by selling products to other countries.

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The SBDC offers USF Student Firsthand Look at International Trade

Scholarship Awarded to USF Student to Attend Annual Certification Program Each year, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at University of South Florida (USF) holds the International Trade Certification Program (ITCP) to assist small business owners who are interested in

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Implementing the National Export Initiative

The One-Stop Export Promotion Shop On March 11, 2010, President Obama launched a National Export Initiative. He has asked the Small Business Development Centers throughout the nation to partner with the US Department of Commerce, EX-IM Bank, and the US

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2010 International Trade Certificate Program

Includes Preparation for the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional Exam STARTS APRIL 20TH – HURRY, DON’T MISS OUT! This 7 Part Series is Presented by experts who work in the Export industry If you are a small, domestically-owned business interested

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Sixth Annual Business Forum – Doing Business with Asia

Special Event! – THIS SATURDAY! The Asian American Chambers of Commerce of Tampa Bay (AACC)  is partnering with SBDC in organizing the AACC annual business forum. The topic of discussion is:  Doing Business in Asia. The event takes place Saturday,

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International Trade Counseling

What Type of International Trade Counseling Is Available at the SBDC? The SBDC at USF offers free counseling services on international trade. You will be able to speak to an International Trade Specialist, who will guide you in the process

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