Online event
Export opportunities for women-led SMEs
Friday 03 November at 3:00PM
Event endedExclusive event for women-led SMEs to explore growing opportunities across the globe in a partnership with the UK Chapter of the Organisation of Women in International Trade.
What you’ll learn
- Market opportunities and trade arrangements for women-led exporting SMEs
- Funding, programmes and networks
- DBT and Government support available
Description
International Trade has become more inclusive over the past few decades with an increasing participation from women-led SMEs. Across the globe, landmark policies and trade arrangements have contributed to a more favourable environment for women to expand their businesses overseas. However, women-led SMEs are still substantially less likely to sell their products and services internationally than those led by men, including in the UK. It is time to turn the dial, and the UK Export Academy is here to help!
This webinar is brought to you in a partnership with Barclays and the UK Chapter of the Organisation of Women in International Trade to let you know of the many tools and programmes women-led SMEs can benefit from, including access to funding. You will also be hearing from two successful women-led exporting businesses about their journey and recommendations.
Speakers
Divya Rajan
Director, Treeco Commodities
Divya has a degree in BSc and MBA specialising in Finance & International Trade. She has also achieved AAT.
Treeco Commodities is an agri-business firm mainly focusing on trading and processing of Cashew Nuts and Spices. The promoters have more than 30 years of experience in Cashew Industry. Treeco is one of the leading players in the UK for all kind of Cashew Kernels, exporting to Spain, Norway, Germany, France, Turkey, Israel, Algeria, Morocco, Chile etc.
Irina Shmakova
UK Export Academy Adviser, Department for Business and Trade
Irina has worked in the private and public sectors, both in the UK and overseas. She has helped businesses of all sizes to develop their sales overseas, working across multiple sectors and markets.
With a particular interest in international market research, international communications and cultural awareness, Irina has led delegations of UK businesses on market visits and trade missions organised by Chambers of Commerce and DBT.