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Tag Archives: importing and exporting
Doubling U.S. Exports Through Tampa’s Small Businesses
Tampa Fla. – Mon., Jan. 6, 2012, The Small Business Development Center joined Under Secretary Francisco Sanchez, City of Tampa and major economic partners to renew commitment to the National Export Initiative’s (NEI) goal of doubling U.S. exports by 2014.
Expanded Services to Small Businesses
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
Posted in Economic Development, Featured Articles, Financing, Government Contracting, International Trade
Tagged business loans, expansion, Government Contracting, importing and exporting
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Export Licenses in the U.S.
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
Exporting Alternative Energy Products and Services to Latin America
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
Posted in Hillsborough County, International Trade, Past
Tagged importing and exporting, International Trade, training and seminars
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Lower Import Tariffs to Help Manufacturers
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
What is a trade mission?
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
Posted in International Trade
Tagged business counseling, importing and exporting, International Trade
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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
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
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.
Posted in Hillsborough County, International Trade, Past
Tagged importing and exporting, International Trade
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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
