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PA Trade Assistance Video Library
Pennsylvania offers a wide range of programs and services to expand the global reach and export capacity of Pennsylvania’s business community.
Together with 10 Regional Export Network (REN) partners across PA and 11 Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs) worldwide, the Office of International Business Development (OIBD) offers confidential and customized programs and services to help Pennsylvania companies increase their international sales.
Visit our webpage to learn more about Pennsylvania’s export assistance programs and services or contact your local REN partner to discuss your international business strategy.
Video Library
OIBD has compiled a video collection for Pennsylvania businesses interested in exporting their products or services internationally. Click on the webinar image below to access the recorded video. Be sure to sign up for our email list to never miss one of our events.
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Sector Spotlight: ICT Business Opportunities in Southeast Asia
October 26, 2021
Southeast Asia has the potential to be one of the top five digital economies in the world in 2025. Many of the key drivers to accelerate this growth are in place: a robust economy with a GDP of nearly $3.2 trillion, a population of 656 million, and a smartphone penetration that has almost reached 80% in many of the key economies already. This webinar will cover key trends in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Southeast Asia, opportunities for PA ICT, and related companies in the region.
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Sector Spotlight Series: Ecommerce Business Opportunities in South Korea
October 19, 2021
South Korea is home to the world’s 5th largest e-commerce market. It has become a global ICT leader, with more than 90% of its population having access to high-speed internet and top-of-line smartphones. Moreover, 70% of its consumers shopped online in 2020. This recorded webinar will show you how to explore this growing, next way of business distribution, what to prepare before entering the market, and more.
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India & Middle East Region: Focus on Education Services
September 24, 2021
Watch the webinar to learn more about the creative ways global educators in India and the Middle East region have been enhancing their international engagement from school partnerships and project collaboration into the virtual classroom.
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Mexico: Spotlight on the Environmental Technologies Industry
September 23, 2021
In collaboration with the US Commercial Service of Pittsburgh & Mexico City, we invite PA envirotech companies to watch the webinar to learn more about ongoing projects with valuable partnership opportunities.
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Germany, Italy, Austria & Switzerland: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 23, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters, including insights on business culture.
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Central & Eastern Europe: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 23, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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Global Access Program (GAP) Grant for PA Companies
September 22, 2021
Learn about the Global Access Program (GAP) grant, what types of companies can apply and how it can be utilized to offset costs associated with international business development.
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Australia, New Zealand and Canada: Opportunities in the Food & Beverage Sector
September 22, 2021
Join PA’s representatives for an overview of the retail and foodservice sectors in these markets.
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Southeast Asia: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 21, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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Mexico: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 20, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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Australia & New Zealand: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 20, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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United Kingdom, Ireland & Scandinavia: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 17, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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The Netherlands & Belgium: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 17, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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China: E-Commerce Opportunities
September 16, 2021
Overview of the current e-commerce opportunities for PA exporters.
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China: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 16, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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India: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 15, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters, including insights on business culture.
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Middle East Region: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 14, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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South Korea: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 14, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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Canada: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 13, 2021
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters.
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International Insight: Understanding VAT and CE Marks
July 13, 2021
This recorded webinar will help you determine the most appropriate, cost-effective, and efficient route for your products and focus on the key elements you need to consider in the European and United Kingdom markets.
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Business Opportunities in Healthcare Germany, Israel, The Netherlands, and The United Kingdom
May 25, 2021
Learn about the many opportunities in Healthcare available in Germany, Israel, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
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Doing Business In Africa
March 18, 2021
Learn about the economics and demographics that are driving growth across Africa, and the key industry sectors that offer opportunities for US companies. This session was organized by the Eastern Trade Council (ETC) in preparation for their Virtual Trade Mission to Africa in May 2021.
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Business Opportunities in Industry 4.0: Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Mexico, New Zealand, and Poland
March 10, 2021
Worldwide supply chains buckled under the weight of pandemic demand, leading to the need for logistic technologies that enhance warehousing and distribution. Learn about the export opportunities that exist in the technology space – with special focus on robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. Our international development team will take an in-depth look at Industry 4.0 in Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Mexico, New Zealand, and Poland.
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Sector Spotlight Series: Cyber Security. Opportunities in Germany, Israel, and the United Kingdom
February 23, 2021
Learn about the export opportunities available to PA companies that specialize in the cybersecurity sector. Our International business development team will take a deep dive into each of these markets and identify the export opportunities that exist in cybersecurity.
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Sector Spotlight Series: Healthcare. Opportunities in Australia, India, & Vietnam
February 4, 2021
Learn about the export opportunities available to PA companies that specialize in the healthcare sector. Our team will take a deep dive into each of these markets with a focus on sales and partnership opportunities for Pennsylvania medical and healthcare suppliers.
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Sector Spotlight Series: Biotechnology. Opportunities in Israel, South Korea, and the United Kingdom
January 26, 2021
Learn about the export opportunities available to PA companies that specialize in the biotechnology sector. Our team will take a deep dive into the business opportunities that exist in Israel, South Korea, & the United Kingdom.
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Cyber Security and Privacy Protection in the Time of Pandemic
December 8, 2020
Learn about trends in cyber security and privacy across the value chain for businesses and government agencies of all sizes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Industrial Supply Chain. What Pennsylvania Manufacturers Need To Know
October 28, 2020
Learn about what trends are influencing Pennsylvania’s Industrial Supply Chain and what supplier scouting options are available to every manufacturer in Pennsylvania. Build and manage a resilient supply chain and learn about what state and federal resources are available to support PA’s manufacturers.
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Canada: The Retail and E-Commerce Landscape
September 25, 2020
This webinar will focus on the Canadian post-pandemic retail and e-commerce landscape, sector specific opportunities for Pennsylvania companies and provide an in-depth look at online marketplaces, B2B, B2C strategies, omnichannel benefits, website optimization/localization, logistics, and key considerations to build profile and success in the Canadian retail and e-commerce markets.
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Germany, Italy, Austria & Switzerland: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 24, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters, including insights on business culture.
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Central & Eastern Europe: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 24, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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South Korea: Opportunities in Advanced Manufacturing
September 23, 2020
As other developed countries, South Korea is a leader in multiple industry sectors including ICT, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, automobile, etc. Specifically, this webinar will focus on AI, Drone, Big data, machine learning, 3D printing, robotics, unmanned vehicle, renewable energy, batteries and the synergies with Pennsylvania, which is also so strong and leading in these sectors.
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South Korea: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 23, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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Southeast Asia Region: Opportunities in the Environment and Water Sector
September 22, 2020
This webinar will provide an overview of market developments and opportunities, including post-COVID 19 trends, in the environment and water sectors in five key regional markets Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. In addition, it will also discuss various market entry options that Pennsylvania companies can consider for entering these markets if they are pursuing opportunities in these sectors.
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Southeast Asia: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 22, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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Mexico: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 21, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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United Kingdom, Ireland & Scandinavia: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 18, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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The Netherlands & Belgium: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 18, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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Israel & Pennsylvania: Security & Defense Cooperation
September 17, 2020
The United States and Israel enjoy a close and mutually beneficial relationship in many fields, but especially in the defense and military sectors. In general, any American prime contractors who are already selling to the US military or aerospace industries have potential in the Israeli market. Learn more to discover the opportunities that exist for PA exporters in Israel.
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Middle East Region: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 17, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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India: The “Do’s and Don’ts of Contracting”
September 16, 2020
This webinar will discuss a wide range of topics Pennsylvania companies should consider when doing business in India, including: essentials of a contract, Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) protections, data privacy and dispute resolution.
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India: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 16, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporters, including insights on business culture.
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Australia & New Zealand: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 15, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.
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Canada: Business Opportunities for PA Exporters
September 14, 2020
Overview of the current market conditions and emerging sales and partnership opportunities for PA exporter.