Export Seminars in Dallas, Forth Worth for Small Companies Hoping to Go International

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Are you ready to explore exporting? On Tuesday, February 28, 2012, the Southern U.S. Trade Association and the SBDC International Trade Center invite small businesses, producers and distributors of high-value food and agricultural products to learn why now is a great time to export, and who can help you go global. This half-day event will take place in two locations: in Dallas at 8787 N. Stemmons Freeway, and in Fort Worth at the Tarrant Small Business Development Center at 1150 South Freeway, Room 116.

The SBDC International Trade Center is bringing together a team of experts to help Texas agriculture companies learn more about international trade and how to increase sales with exports to foreign markets. Attendees will learn about the local agencies that offer export assistance, and will hear from experts who will share their international experience.

Speakers will include local representatives from the following:

• SBDC International Trade Center
• Southern U.S. Trade Association
• U.S. Export Assistance Center
• …and more!

Companies representing fresh produce, high-value food products, snack foods, condiments and sauces, beverages, seafood, pet foods, ornamental horticulture, and natural supplements or personal care products are encouraged to attend.

If your company is interested in participating or sponsoring this event, please contact the International Trade Center SBDC at (214) 267-2210. More information is also available at: http://website.iexportimport.com. The cost per person is $25.00.

The Southern United States Trade Association is a non-profit trade development association composed of the Departments of Agriculture of the 15 southern states and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Since 1973, its programs and services have assisted exporters of high-value food and agricultural products. SUSTA is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), its member states and private companies.

SUSTA prohibits discrimination in employment and services. Persons who require alternate means for communication of program information or those wanting the full non-discrimination policy should contact SUSTA.