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Accredited CPD: Managing International Agents and Distributors

8th June 2021 - 9th June 2021

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8th June 2021
End:
9th June 2021
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Need help sourcing and managing international partners for your UK business?

This free interactive virtual masterclass will effectively help you profile, identify and manage international agents and distributors with expert guidance.

International agents and distributors can be a great way to build a profitable, sustainable and scalable global business. But with the added complexity of Coronavirus (COVID-19), finding, selecting and managing international partners presents a new series of challenges and potential high-risks for many SMEs.

If you are feeling overwhelmed with sourcing, negotiating or monitoring international partners and need guidance on contracts, payments, operations or more, this virtual event is for you.

This free interactive event will effectively help you profile, identify and manage overseas agents and distributors with expert guidance. You will work through real-life challenges faced by SMEs, with tips on how to avoid common pitfalls, and hear the steps required to optimise your approach to achieve success in international markets.

What will you learn?

  • How to approach the partner selection process step-by-step
  • How to pitch to potential partners overseas
  • Creating a written profile of requirements
  • The key element your agreement needs to cover & COVID-19 considerations
  • Approaching challenging contractual issues
  • How to agree, monitor and review targets
  • Strategies for building trust & strengthening these vital relationships
  • Address your pain points with live interactive Q&As

This event consists of two half-day workshops:

Day 1: Tuesday 8 June at 10:00am – 1:30pm
Day 2: Wednesday 9 June at 1:00pm – 4:30pm

SBID Accredited CPD Event

CPD Points: 2 POINTS

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