SMALL BUSINESS EXPORTER FORUM

Resources to Grow Your International Sales

• ƒ Find new markets and customers
• ƒ Protect against the risk of nonpayment
• ƒ Extend credit terms to your buyers
• ƒ Access vital working capital

Hosted in conjunction with the City o fOakland, the East Bay Export Development Alliance and the

Greater San José Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Location: Oakland City Hall

1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza

Oakland, CA 94612

DRAFT AGENDA:

8:30 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. Welcome Remarks

Program Overview: ”Global Outreach for U.S. Exports”

EXIMBank

9:30 a.m. “Other Companies are Exporting, Why Aren’t You?”

A moderated discussion with local exporters describing how their companies use EXIM and/or other governmental support to grow their businesses.

10:30 a.m.“Government Resources to Grow Your Small Business Exports”

A moderated discussion with government officials who discuss how their agency’s products and services help small business owners expand sales.

11:30- One-on-One Counsel with Export Finance Experts

1:00 p.m.

This event is tailored to address the needs of U.S. businesses with 500 or fewer employees. No cost but you must register as space is limited. For questions, please contact Niki Shepperd at 202.565.3202 or Niki.Shepperd@exim.gov. For information on trade finance visit exim.gov/what-we-do.