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Japan 6 Months On

Just six months ago the triple blow of the earthquake, tsunami and consequent nuclear incident had a devastating effect on Japan.

But, with remarkable resilience, the country and its people are recovering, and while there obviously remains much to do in rebuilding and rehabilitation, they clearly believe that getting business back on track will help to get the country back to normal.

This seminar will focus on how East Midlands companies can take advantage of trading in the international markets; the factors that will help exploit the global opportunities and minimise the threats.

Derby University, Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GB
Thu 4th Oct 2007, 17:15 to 19:15
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We will look at three major international economies (Europe, USA and India) as well as the strengths and important sectors of the East Midlands regional economy. Finally we will examine how companies can match their Download the flyer
products to fit the expectations and standards of overseas markets.

The programme we have arranged for is as follows:

17h15 Registration and refreshments
18h00 Welcome & introduction
18h10 Rosie Smith: All the World’s a Stage - The International Economic Backdrop Powerpoint Presentation
• Europe - An investment-led recovery in our largest export market
• The US - How recent uncertainties are playing out
• Asia - Strong growth and an emerging customer base?
18h25 Peter Hogarth: An East Midlands Perspective  Pdf file
·        Exports and the East Midlands
·        Sectors & Markets important to the East Midlands
·        Opportunities for East Midlands’ companies
·        Globalisation and what to do about it
18h50 Ejaz Qureshi: Internationalising your Products & Services Powerpoint Presentation
• Matching your products to fit the legal requirements of overseas countries
• Exploring differing quality standards, culture and market expectations of overseas markets
• How to mass customise your products and services for specific export markets
19h05 Q&A and round-table discussions
19h15 Close & networking

Booking Details

Places are free for emita members or £40 per person inc Vat per person or alternatively you can become a member of EMITA for only £75.00 (including VAT). which will entitle you to attend the Malaysia & Singapore seminar, and future EMITA seminars free for a whole year!

To register for a place you can book online or phone Elizabeth on 0115 9471767.

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