Facilitating Global Trade, Especially Small Business Exports

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The  U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has signed the Strategic Alliance Memorandum (SAM) with the International Trade & Forfaiting Association (ITFA). The two organizations will work to educate exporters and lenders on financing methods and risk mitigation solutions necessary to facilitate global trade.

ITFA is a global trade association representing the interests of banks, financial institutions, and service providers involved in trade risk and asset origination and distribution, formalizing the SBA’s existing relationship with the association.

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How to Grow Rural Small Business Exports

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Today (7/14/16), the White House Rural Council (WHRC) announced a workshop series to provide specific assistance for rural small businesses working to grow their international sales. The announcement was made by WHRC Chair Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker and Deputy Postmaster General Ronald A. Stroman.

"Strong rural communities are key to a stronger America," said Vilsack. "USDA continuously seeks opportunities for U.S. agricultural producers to expand overseas markets that contribute to a positive U.S. trade balance, create jobs, and boost economic growth."

Read more:  White House Rural Council Announces Assistance to Grow Small Business Exports

To find a Made in Rural American workshop, visit sups.com/events and click on your state.

Online tools designed for rural businesses interested in international exports include www.export.gov/rural and www.business.usa.gov.