International Business Opportunities: 3 Success Stories

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

7:30am – 10:00am

HSBC Bank - The Hexagon Center, 452 Fifth Avenue (enter at 40th Street), New York, NY
Map / Nearby Subways

This event is only open to CEOs, CFO’s, Owners and senior decision makers of small to medium-sized business with annual revenue between $1MM to $30MM with international operations or international business interests. If you fit this criteria, please register below.

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Attendance is complimentary for eligible guests

There are many uncertainties today with international markets, particularly for U.S. small businesses. It is hard for a small business owner to think about expansion when they have to think about external factors that could have a negative impact on their business, like currency fluctuations, trade import / export issues and more.

Gaining insight from peers who have been successful in implementing changes can help build the confidence of small business owners. Also, learning from others’ experiences will provide them with the necessary tools to build a strong international presence within their companies.

During this breakfast event, participants will hear from three successful business owners on how they have been able to expand and grow overseas (import, export and services) and handle the conditions of international markets.

Attendees will learn:

- How they evaluated the opportunities

- How they penetrated the market

- How they indentified the right partners

- How they managed the necessary elements to secure success as it relates to currency, working capital, payment and performance risk

Participants will take away specific steps necessary to successfully navigate the uncertainties of international expansion and build and/or enhance their company.

EXPERT SPEAKERS

Tom Brown, Head of Production, Little Airplane Productions

Tom Brown joined Little Airplane Productions in 2002 as Head of Production. Brown currently oversees all aspects of Production, Operations and Logistics for the studio, including both live-action and animation projects ranging from long form series to short form development. In 2007, Brown spearheaded the United Kingdom office expansion. Including the set-up of the UK corporation, securing London office space, negotiating leases and contracts, shipping and customs clearance of equipment, UK staffing, work permits, set up of bank accounts and payroll services and he ensured that all were compliant with British law. Read full bio.

Jordan Finger, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ardis Health

Mr. Finger has over 15 years of executive level management experience in Internet marketing, advertising and e-commerce. As the CEO and founder of Ardis Health, a leading Internet marketer of health, beauty and cosmetic brands, Mr. Finger has built the company into an international powerhouse doing business in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany & Spain and product fulfillment to customers of over 500,000 units a year. Read full bio.

Rhona Sutton, Founder, RhonaSutton.com

Rhona Sutton has two businesses running between the US and the UK with a varied customer base. Her main clientele for jewellery and accessories are located in the UK. Her swim and beach wear line has a customers in both the UK and the US, and she sells to various independent and private labels including Disney, Lord and Taylor, Dillard’s, and hotel chains like One and Only, Atlantis, Selfridges, and Harrods. Read full bio.

AGENDA

7:30am – 8:30am
Registration / Breakfast / Networking

8:45am – 10:00am
Expert Panel Discussion with Q&A

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International Business Opportunities: 3 Success Stories

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