Virginia SBDC’s International Business Development (IBD) Program evaluates startups for export potential and assists startups and existing businesses to compete globally via one-on-one technical assistance and connection to state, national and international resources. Recognizing these specific opportunities and challenges for technology enabled startups, the Virginia SBDC is convening a one-day event in Charlottesville, VA that will bring experts and successful global startups to share their experience entering foreign markets. Specifically, the program will:

•  Highlight startups that have had success in global markets.

•  Provide compliance training for early stage companies to understand when and how export controls might impact their business.

• Host IP and trademark filing training for startups with a focus on how to mitigate costs and prioritize markets for IP protection.

• Present information on the proper storage and handling of data in foreign markets with a focus on the European Union.

•  Introduce the taxpayer-funded resources available to companies for global expansion

  Fee: $40.00

  Fine Print:
  Our workshops, events, and programs are designed with a small business owner in mind. Actionable, sharing of ideas, and takeaways to keep things straight.

  The SBDC reserves the right to cancel a workshop/event/program for insufficient enrollment, weather emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur we will use the email you provided to contact you. Pre-registration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not pre-registered we will not be able to contact you.