Last week, Beth H & Chelsea Murtha traveled to Guatemala to strengthen trade and sustainability for apparel and footwear sourcing in the region, attending #Vestex2024 during #WorldTradeMonth
When it comes to trade, our North Carolina Ports are vital! In FY 22-23, #NCPorts reported $79.3 million in operating revenue, a record number up 16.7% from the previous year. More: ncports.com/about-the-port…… #WorldTradeMonth
96% of the world's consumers are outside of the U.S. Learn how you can take your #smallbusiness global: sba.gov/tradetools #WorldTradeMonth
📈 Exporting can help you reach new customers and grow international sales.
☑️ Take the first steps with help from SBA Export Finance Managers and U.S. Export Assistance Centers: sba.gov/local-assistan…
☑️ Learn more: sba.gov/international
#WorldTradeMonth
Did you know the top three countries FNBO's international banking customers export to are South Korea, Vietnam and Japan? #WorldTradeMonth #GlobalBanking #FunFacts fnbo.co/3QGYaUO
#DYK that nearly 96% of consumers live outside the US & two-thirds of the world’s purchasing power is in foreign countries? During #WorldTradeMonth , we're highlighting small manufacturers like Tool Gauge, which used the SBA State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) to export & grow.
#NCFunFact : in 2022, North Carolina saw over $40 billion in total exports! For more on #WorldTradeMonth , see Economic Development Partnership of NC's annual trade report: edpnc.com/wp-content/upl…
As we wrap up with #WorldTradeMonth , a reminder to join us next week at Columbia Sportswear Company for the Global Supply Chain & Trade Conference. We look forward to welcoming CEO columbia1938 Tim Boyle as keynote! #AAFASmartTrade aafaglobal.org/SmartTrade24
#WorldTradeMonth Fact! 🌎 💰
#DYK Approximately 20 percent of all #USPotatoes are exported, in either fresh or processed form, making trade a significant component of the $100.9 billion U.S. potato industry.
Source: National Potato Council
You are cordially invited 5/30 to a #worldtrademonth webinar featuring the SBA National Exporter of the Year for 2024 and Georgia #SBDC client, Felipe Arroyave of Spectrum International. Register now! ow.ly/SsXT50RYovM @sbagov #smallbusiness #internationaltrade #exporting
Did you know that MIA was ranked # 1️⃣ in the U.S. for international freight? The distribution of essential items is a worldwide operation, with some of our top trade partners being:
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇨🇱 Chile
#WorldTradeMonth #TradeTuesday
Passenger flights may be most visible, but a whole other 24/7 operation is working behind the scenes.
Cargo & trade have made us a high-ranking global freight hub, helping distribute products like:
🌺🥕 Perishables
💊 Pharmaceuticals
🖥️ Hardware
#WorldTradeMonth #TradeTuesday
In 2022, MIA handled 83% of all air imports and 80% of all air exports between the U.S. and the Latin American/Caribbean Region. ✈️
As we wrap up #WorldTradeMonth , we want to thank all the team members and airline partners who helped make this possible. 🤗 #TradeTuesday
Florida is a leading state for breakbulk imports like copper, lumber and the steel coils seen here. In fact, Florida handled 9 million tons of breakbulk cargo in 2023. During #WorldTradeMonth , #SeasTheOpportunities with Florida’s system of seaports.
It may be easier to expand your market than you think.
Consider exporting for your small business and find resources to help you get started here→ sba.gov/tradetools
#WorldTradeMonth
#SmallBiz advice!
Raj Bhandari explains how surrounding yourself with smart and wise people can help you take your business to the next level. Bhandari is the owner of Sciencix, the Small Business Exporter of the Year!
#SmallBusinessWeek #AANHPIHeritageMonth #WorldTradeMonth
📊 Stat: About 96% of consumers live outside of the United States, representing a BIG opportunity for small businesses! Learn how your business can start exporting and grow international sales with help from SBA: sba.gov/international
#WorldTradeMonth