The Business of Helping Small Business Grow Internationally with Laurent Kahl

In this episode of Simply Trade, hosts Andy and Lalo discuss the opportunities and challenges small businesses face when looking to expand into international trade. Their guest, Laurent Kahl from the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center, shares valuable insights on the resources available to help companies navigate importing, exporting, and global growth.

Key topics covered include:

- The 90% of consumers that exist outside the US and untapped potential for American companies internationally

- Services the SBDC offers like market research, financing assistance, logistics support, and trade compliance training

- How the planning process works and importance of developing a strategic game plan for international expansion

- Examples of clients the SBDC has helped break into new markets like a chemical manufacturer exporting to China

- Documentation, labeling requirements, and other compliance considerations for importing

- Options for sourcing products from alternative countries to diversify supply chains

- Financing assistance programs through SBA, Ex-Im Bank and other partners

- Training resources on the mechanics of international trade through webinars and conferences

Small business owners and executives looking to explore global opportunities will find valuable guidance on utilizing free SBDC consulting services to help strategize expansion plans and navigate regulatory requirements. Listeners gain insight on how to take the first steps into international trade and resources available to help small companies compete on a global scale.

Enjoy the show!

Host: Andy Shiles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ 
Host/Producer: Lalo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/ 
Co-Producer: Mara Marquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-marquez-a00a111a8/

Show references:

• Global Training Center - www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com

• Simply Trade Podcast - twitter.com/SimplyTradePod 

• Laurent Kahl - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentkahl/  

• Georgia SBDC - www.georgiasbdc.org

• Looking for an SBDC near you: https://americassbdc.org/find-your-sbdc/

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