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TRADE ROADSHOW COMING TO SWINDON
On June 28 , Export for Growth will be delivering The Trade Horizons Roadshow at Steam Museum . It has been designed to prepare businesses in Swindon for the challenges and opportunities that Brexit will inevitably bring . Ultimately its aim is to encourage and support businesses in order to take advantage of potential future international sales opportunities , through a selection of keynote speakers and free expert advice .
Attend the interactive Swindon leg of the roadshow to hear from Innocent Drinks ’ Head of Brand , Dan Germain , who will share his export story and provide practical insight on how his businesses are preparing for Brexit . Dan will be joined on stage by Brexit expert , Sam Lowe from The Centre for European Reform , who will focus on life outside the European Union and explain the customs implications that may affect your business .
On the day , you ’ ll also hear from Andrew Grill , a practical futurist who will give an overview of current and predicted global trends , emerging markets , and the positive impact of ‘ disruption ’ in a digital age ; as well as Brexit strategist , Katrina McWhinnie who will present her views on why Brexit is an opportunity that needs to be seized .
Following the keynote sessions , you are free to explore the Export Advice Zones where you can access a wide range of free support tailored to the needs of your business .
James Monk , commercial director , Business West said : “ The Roadshow is a fantastic way to help companies in the region understand more around the challenges and opportunities
Great British Expos returns to STEAM
South West Expo is back on Thursday July 5 at Steam Museum , Swindon . Organised by Great British Expos , the event is now in its 6th year .
A day of networking , workshops and keynote speakers is planned from 09:30-15:00 . Keynote speakers include , young entrepreneur Ben Towers . Billed one of ‘ the most influential entrepreneurs on the planet ’ whilst still being 19 years old . Ben started in business aged 11 and has since carried out a multi-million-pound merger , keynoted at conferences all across the world , invested in a variety of companies , inspired millions and worked with some exciting brands .
Workshops at the event include a GDPR and new UK data legislation session and a 60 minute social media masterclass .
Exhibitors on the day include 4Networking , BusinessWise , CIS , Fiona Scott Media Consultancy and Green Machine .
The Business Exchange is proud to be the event ’ s media partner and will be exhibiting on the day . Visit our stand to find out more about our offering in print , online and via social media for both Swindon & Wiltshire and Bath & Somerset .
South West Expo is FREE to attend as a delegate , but registration is essential . Visit the Great British Expos website on the details below to book your tickets .
that Brexit brings ; not just within the Europe but across the rest of the world .
“ At Business West we can do much more for companies than just provide support through Export for Growth and the Department for International . As one of the country ’ s leading and largest Chamber of Commerce , we can provide export documentation and help companies with fulfilment of orders , getting their goods into the marketplace and work with both the banks and with Letter of Credits to ensure companies are paid .
For more info : www . greatbritishexpos . co . uk 0843 289 4634
“ The Trade Horizons Roadshow is another example of Business West going the extra mile to ensure companies are prepared for what Brexit brings . The region has seen the light ; it can see what exporting can do for both its business and economy . We ’ re confident that we can guide the South West through Brexit with events like this and continue to grow its export activity in the future .”
Book your free place today : www . businesswest . co . uk / tradehorizons
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