May 2023 Export Updates

MAY IS WORLD TRADE MONTH


We are celebrating World Trade Month! This is a fabulous opportunity to recognize the importance of exporting to our economy, as well as to encourage small businesses to begin or expand their international trade efforts. 

There are many resources available at Cleveland State University to assist Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in navigating the complexities of global trade. 

Let's explore the existing opportunities for engaged learning at CSULet our Global Business Center experts help you leverage the power of international markets and maximize your business's growth potential. 

SHORT SURVEY: Share with us some Trade topics you would like to deep-dive in by answering the two-question survey below, and get a chance to win a small caffeinated reward!


GlobalTarget Class of 2023 is Graduating!

On June 8th, 2023 the Global Business Center will celebrate the 2022-2023 GlobalTarget cohort for the completion of this business accelerator program. This year is extra special because we were recently honored with the NASBITE Program Excellence Award. We are excited to bring everyone together for a graduation and networking evening at CSU. Yay!

The GlobalTarget program assists small to medium-sized companies in every step towards building an effective global strategy. Business managers gain the skills to navigate global markets more efficiently and effectively through a series of workshops, individualized mentorship, and guidance from GBC Trade Advisors.

Also, qualifying companies can receive 100% reimbursement on the enrollment fee through the Ohio IMAGE/STEP grant.


Come to David's Export 101 class

A quick and free webinar on the tools and resources available to help you start conducting business abroad.

This webinar will walk participants through the first steps when thinking about exporting as well as provide useful information on grants, and incentive programs offered accross multiple institutions.

Date and Time
05/24/23 12:00pm - 05/24/23 1:30pm 

Our fantastic trade advisor Dave Delgado will walk you through the first steps and resources available for businesses to begin exporting!

Email us for more details: gbc@csuohio.edu