Mitigating your export risk
There are many export opportunities emerging from the Goulburn Valley, but local businesses are reminded to ensure they mitigate and manage the associated risks.
The concept of exporting can seem quite daunting for local businesses, but by being aware of and following some basic business rules, the path to export can become a viable reality.Among the many issues businesses considering export opportunities need to think about are how they will be paid, the foreign exchange risks associated with having to quote in US$ for an export order and ensuring proper agreements are in place to manage your export orders.
If you have faced these issues or would like to learn about how to manage them, the Greater Shepparton Business Centre is holding a free seminar which will help.
Council's Acting Team Leader Business and Industry Geoff Hay said the seminar is designed to assist those local businesses who are currently exporting, or contemplating taking their local product to the international market.
"There will also be discussion around managing intellectual property, trademarks, patents and sales contracts. Presenters will include Geeta Heffernan, International Business Development Manager of VECCI Global and Mr Roland Johnston of Westpac Bank."
This free seminar will be held from 6.00pm-8.00pm on Wednesday 30 September at the Greater Shepparton Business Centre in New Dookie Road and is open to anyone with an interest in exporting their product.
Bookings are essential as places are limited and can be made by contacting the Business Centre on 5832 1100.
The Greater Shepparton Business Centre is a Greater Shepparton City Council owned and operated facility.
- Released 17 September
