A specialized ExporTech™ for manufacturers in the food, beverage and agriculture industries, this three-day series will target topics including specific food laws, food labeling, market potential, sales and distribution channels, logistics, state and federal resources, and operationalizing your international plan.

Dennis Lynch, a 33-year veteran of international trade, distinguished instructor, and advisor to a variety of food and agricultural firms, will be a primary presenter.

View the brochure for details, and apply to participate online. Contact Joni Geroux at 715.232.5270 for more information.

Meet international buyers and promote your products without leaving the U.S. Our buyers are pre-screened, qualified and interested in U.S. products from the Midwest and Northeast.

Connect and Drive Sales
Position yourself and your products in front of pre-qualified, experienced international buyers who continue to seek the latest food trends and products from the United States.

Register early as meeting slots are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. It’s the perfect low-cost opportunity to meet buyers from established and emerging markets in one place!

Market Insights & Exporter Education
Additionally, Food Export In-Market Representatives from India, Indonesia, Taiwan and the UAE will be on hand to meet one-on-one with to answer questions and assist with market specific insight. Food Export Helpline™ Counselor Dennis Lynch and Export Advisor Gary Winget will be available for one-on-one meetings as well.

Learn more. Early bird registration ends June 3.

Join Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC) and regional workforce development partners for the Jefferson County Area Job Fair and Business Expo on May 11.

The morning will focus on high school students looking for part-time/seasonal, apprenticeships, and career-path opportunities as well as veterans. All high schools in area will be attending. The remainder of the day will be open to the general public. Networking with employers will also be encouraged at booths. There will be a regional advertising blitz to recruit employees seeking positions.

EVENT DETAILS
10-12am High School and Veterans (Free attendance)
12-6pm Open to the General Public (Free attendance)

EMPLOYER BOOTH FEES & REGISTRATION
Employers can sign up at http://jcedcjobfair.eventbrite.com
Small Business | $50 (5 employees or less)
Mid-Large Sized-Business |  $75 (+5 or more employees)

For small businesses wanting to post open-positions there will be a job board to post openings for free. Send inquiry for this option to email below.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Genevieve Coady, JCEDC Executive Director
T +1.920.674.8711  |  F +1.920.674.7575
genevievec@jcedc.net  |  www.jcedc.net
864 Collins Road, Suite 111, Jefferson, WI 53549

Join Food Export-Midwest and Wisconsin DATCP for a full day seminar for agricultural product companies (food, animal feed, lumber, etc.), which will highlight what you need to prepare to participate in a trade event like the Midwest Buyers Mission, where you will meet international buyers. Learn what is expected of you from the buyers’ perspective and how to put your best foot forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to increase your knowledge of becoming a successful exporter.

Topics include:

• Preparing for a Buyer’s Mission – importance of buyer selection based on products and markets
• How Buyer’s Mission Really Work – observations on processes involved in registration, buyer profiles and buyer selections
• Best Practices in Trade Event Preparation & Execution – research, shipping samples, tabletop protocol, food sampling and display
• Company panel – hear from Wisconsin companies
• Using the Branded Program – how to use the program to the fullest
• Vetting Unsolicited Leads – Reading between the lines in online leads, current scams

Who should attend:  food/animal feed/lumber companies that make a retail, food service and/or ingredient product.

Learn more and register by May 13. Contact Lisa Stout at 608.224.5126 for more information.

Are you looking to grow your business, form new partnerships or explore new global markets? Then you won’t want to miss Centrallia! A global business to business forum, Centrallia has been designed specifically for businesses seeking new opportunities.

The 4th edition of Centrallia will be held May 25–27, 2016 and will welcome more than 700 businesses from all over Canada and from more than 30 countries, World Trade Centres as well as chambers of commerce, and trade and investment agencies, making this an excellent opportunity to do business and learn about many aspects of trade.

Centrallia is ideal for businesses looking for opportunities in the following industries:

• Manufacturing
• Transportation and Logistics
• Agribusiness
• Information and Communications Technologies
• Environmental Industries
• Energy, Resources, and Mining
• Construction/Infrastructure
• Innovation and R&D

This 2 ½ day event has been optimized to deliver value and results by helping businesses/organizations to:

• Make local, national, and international connections
• Connect quickly and efficiently with potential clients and business partners
• Explore global markets and develop your international business strategy
• Learn from international trade experts and world-class keynote speakers
• Network, network, network

Learn more.