This workshop is certified by the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development (CTED) and follows the course outline recommended by NASBITE, the international association for the global business community. The workshop prepares interested participants to take theCertified Global Business Professional exam offered by NASBITE.*

This certified export course will help you:

• Learn details of the export process
• Understand conditions that may determine if your company should expand internationally
• Identify which countries are best for your product
• Overcome common mistakes
• Structure your export marketing strategies
• Target the proper export markets with proven methods
• Gain familiarity with export terminology

Showcase 2009 Business Conference & Opportunity Fair

Creating Opportunities Through Participation

FOR MORE INFO GO TO http://www.nmbc.biz/NMBC/CalendarList.aspx

Monday, June 22, 2009

7:00 am – 5:00 pm

WA State Convention & Trade Center

800 Convention Place Seattle, WA 98101

Thurston Economic Development Council

2009 Economic Update

Event Profie: "Creating a Green Economy"

Time:    8:00-9:30 am  Registration at 7:30 am

The 2009 Economic Update will focus on an important and timely topic impacting our regional, state and national economy. The "greening" of our existing economy through the development of new products, techniques and services that promote environmental protection and energy security. Our economic future can be bright as business & industry leaders  join to create and market new products and services that take bold action to support business climate that aligns both economic and environmental goals.

Immediately followed by

Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Saint Martin's Univ.

Worthington Center
5300 Pacific Ave SE

Lacey, WA 98503

$40 Economic Update only

OR $55 for both events

Small Business Workshop
Survive & Thrive in these Economic Times
Time:     9:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Surviving in a down market requires smart assessment in combination with exceptional diligence and creativity.  What opportunities exist for pulling through and even prospering?  Three seasoned business advisors have teamed up to present the five key actions you can take to improve your profits and grow, in spite of the economy! For more details about our speakers, click here.

To register for either of both of these events, click here

or call Crista or Renee @ 253.754.6320 email Crista or Renee

Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Saint Martin's Univ.     

$20 Business Workshop Only

OR $55 for both events