Online event
Financing & Payment strategies for exporters
Wednesday 19 November at 3:00PM
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This webinar will equip delegates with the knowledge and tools to successfully manage both payments and wider commercial risks when trading in the GCC.
What you’ll learn
- Identify common payment challenges and risks when doing business in the GCC, and apply strategies to ensure timely collections.
- Assess customer credibility and select reliable partners to reduce non-payment and reputational risks.
- Structure and negotiate robust contracts that protect business interests and minimise exposure.
- Apply proven risk management frameworks to safeguard cash flow and support sustainable market growth.
- Understand government support that is available.
Description
Beyond understanding payment practices and securing collections, attendees will learn how to assess customer credibility, structure robust contracts, and negotiate terms that minimise exposure. By combining payment security strategies with practical risk management approaches, delegates will leave with greater confidence in protecting their business and ensuring sustainable growth in the Gulf.
Speakers
Victoria Boldison
Founder, Bolst Global
Victoria is an award-winning international trade consultant and founder of Bolst Global. With extensive on-the-ground experience across the GCC, she has guided countless businesses in navigating the complexities of exporting, securing payments, and mitigating risk in the region. Her deep knowledge of market entry, distributor management, and cross-border finance makes her a trusted advisor to companies looking to expand and protect their interests in the Gulf.
Marie Hall
Regional Head, UK Export Finance
Marie Hall is the Regional Head for the Midlands, Wales & South West Region with UK Export Finance, the UK’s export credit agency. UKEF’s mission is to advance prosperity by ensuring no viable UK export fails for lack of finance or insurance, doing that sustainably and at no net cost to the taxpayer.
In financial year 2024-2025, UKEF issued £14.5 billion in loans, guarantees and insurance policies and supported up to 70,000 jobs across the UK.
UKEF exists to support UK exporters and they are particularly keen to see more UK SME’s exporting. They support businesses to win contracts, fulfil orders and get paid.