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Are you interested in International Trade? Looking at opportunities for your business? Start building business relationships and grow your network at the Global Trade Conference
Join our Global Trade conference to discuss new international opportunities for businesses. Looking at the current state for trade in the UK, a global economic analysis and specialist panel discussions around key markets. The event will also include networking opportunities throughout the day.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
From multi-nationals to start ups, we have always been here to help businesses ‘Be Greater’ every step of the way.
👫 New international connections
🌎 Valuable trade information and insights
👥 Hear success stories from real companies who have made their international footprint
👆 Raise your profile through networking and our app
🌎 Open your eyes to new opportunities and collaborations
📈 Grow sales, customers and client base
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AGENDA
- 12:00: Arrivals, networking and refreshments
- 13:15: Welcome and intro: Henrietta Brealey, CEO, GBCC
- 13:20: Keynote speaker: The Rt Hon Anne-Marie Trevelyan MP, Secretary of State for International Trade
- 13:30: Session 1, International Trade Index Launch
Raj Kandola, Head of Policy and Strategic Relationships, GBCC
- 14:00: Session 2, Around the World in 45 minutes
Chair: Deb Leary, President of the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, CEO of Forensic Pathways
Amanda Brooks CBE, Director General of Trade Negotiations, Department for International Trade
Andy Dawson, Director and Co-Founder Curium Solutions
- 14:45: Comfort break
- 15:00: Keynote speakers: 2022 Economic Update: An Analysis of the Global Economy
Joe Brusuelas, Principal and Chief Economist, RSM US
Tom Pugh, Economis, RSM UK
Simon Hart Partner, International, RSM UK
- 15:40: Session 3,Business Masterclass: An Introduction to Entering International Markets
- 16:20: Session 4, Investment Opportunities in the West Midlands
Chair: Henrietta Brealey, Chief Executive Officer, Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce
Prof. Geoff Thompson MBE FRSA DL, Deputy Chair of the Board, Birmingham 2022
Jon Baty, Head of Inward Investment, West Midlands Growth Company
- 17:00: Final comments and networking reception
- 18:00: Close