Did you know that 95% of consumers live outside the United States? And a whopping two thirds of the world's purchasing power is in foreign countries!

Exporting can mean big things for your small business, and SBA has resources and information to help you succeed!

• Financing Programs - SBA has three core export loan programs specifically designed to help you develop or expand your business' trade and export activities.

• Expert Guidance - U.S. Exporting Assistance Centers (USEACs) are staffed by professionals from the SBA, the Department of Commerce, the Export-Import Bank and other organizations. They'll help you understand the global marketplace and get you organized. 

• Planning Tools - Perfect for the small business owner exploring exporting, the Export Business Planner is a free, customizable tool that helps you work through the critical processes of export readiness and planning.

EXPORTECH is a comprehensive program designed for manufacturers to expand their global markets. The program brings together all of the elements to assist manufacturers in developing export plans that include assistance with logistics, distribution, country
selection, fees, regulations, best products to export and much more.

California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) works with a variety of partners to deliver this comprehensive training program with proven results. On average, participating manufacturers generate $770,000 in new export sales.

October 7, November 11, and December 9, 2014 in Claremont, CA.

For more information, go to http://www.cmtc.com/exporting

Save the date for BajaMak 2014 on October 23rd in Tijuana, Mexico.

The trade show and expo emphasizes the maquiladora supply industry in the Baja California border region and is an important venue in Northwest Mexico for companies looking to tap into the $11 billion suppliers market within the region's manufacturing industry.

Click here for more information...

The Fall 2014 Seminar Schedule for the Global Business Strategy Certificate Program at USD has just been released.  CITD clients, affiliates, and students are eligible for a 15% discount on enrollment in any individual seminar(s) or the comprehensive certificate for Fall 2014.

The Ahlers Center for International Business at the University of San Diego offers the Global Business Strategy Certificate Program - a collection of 6-hour and 9-hour seminars designed to give you a cross-functional approach to global business strategy, and strengthen your ability to manage complexity, enhance collaboration, and employ innovative solutions in a highly-competitive international business landscape.  Take advantage of small class sizes, access to industry experts, networking opportunities and professional growth and enrichment.  All seminars include catering and materials.

Below is the Fall 2014 Seminar Schedule:

Cross-Cultural Negotiations

August 26, 28 & September 2 (9 hours total)

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Strategic Growth, Financial Profitability and Free Cash Flow Valuation

September 4, 11 & 18 (9 hours total)

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Global Business Strategy, Leadership and Competitiveness

September 25 & October 9 (6 hours total)

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Global Demographic Trends and Marketing Opportunities

October 15, 22 & 29 (9 hours total)

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

New Venture Financing 

November 4, 6 & 13 (9 hours total)

6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

 Please contact Erin Kellaway at (619) 260-6809 or ekellaway@sandiego.edu for the discount code.

For more information on these seminars, click here. 

The San Diego Center for International Trade Development (CITD) assists small and medium-sized enterprises expand internationally by providing low and no-cost programs and services including, one-on-one technical assistance and consulting, market research, training and educational programs, trade leads and special events.

International trade counseling is available by appointment at the following San Diego CITD Locations: