Online Export Launchpad Workshop | Nov 2025
2025-11-05 08:00 - 2025-11-13 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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OVERVIEW:
The Export Launchpad Online Workshop is a dynamic virtual training series designed to equip small business owners and entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge and tools to explore global markets. This interactive 2-week program meets twice a week for four hours per session and offers step-by-step guidance through the export process—from evaluating international opportunities to identifying qualified global buyers.
Led by a trainer with over 30 years of international trade experience, this online course combines expert instruction with real-time exercises to help you build a practical, actionable export strategy tailored to your business.
PROGAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Interactive Online Format: Live virtual instruction with hands-on learning activities and expert feedback.
Export Plan Development: Create a customized export plan to guide your entry into international markets.
Practical Tools & Templates: Gain access to export resources, checklists, and strategies you can use immediately.
Peer Networking: Connect with fellow business owners and trade professionals from across California.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
This training is ideal for U.S.-based small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs—especially those from underserved or rural communities—who are new to exporting or looking to expand their global reach. Participants should be ready to engage, learn, and apply what they’ve learned to grow their business internationally.
KEY OBJECTIVES:

Build Export Readiness: Learn the fundamentals of exporting and assess your product’s global potential.
Develop Core Skills: Gain confidence in export compliance, pricing, logistics, and market research.
Create a Real Export Plan: Walk away with a personalized plan and defined next steps for market entry.
Access Global Resources: Get connected to trade support organizations and export assistance programs.

EVENT DETAILS:

Format: Live online via Zoom
Schedule: 2 session per week for 2 weeks (4 hours per session)
Event Dates: Nov 5, 6, 12, 13, 2025
Registration Fee: $25 per person
Capacity: Limited to ensure active participation and personalized support.
Materials: Class materials will be mailed to those registered at least one week prior to first class start.

ELIGIBILITY:

Must be a small business based in California, operational for at least one year, and meet U.S. SBA size standards.
Intent to export U.S. goods or services with at least 51% U.S. content.

PROGRAM PARTNERS:

California Center for International Trade Development
U.S. Commercial Service
The Port of Hueneme
Specialty Crop Trade Council
Central California District Export Council
Valley Community SBDC
California Governors Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

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Online Export Launchpad (Essentials)
2026-02-26 08:00 - 16:00

CalAgX+ Advanced Export Accelerator
2026-09-09 08:00 - 12:00
CalAgX+ is an 8-session, USDA-funded export accelerator built for California specialty crop companies ready to move from export-capable to export-scalable. Cohort 1 focuses on Dried Fruits & Nuts. Over seven online sessions, you’ll build a full export action plan — pricing, logistics, compliance, and distributor agreements — then put it to work in live B2B meetings with qualified international buyers for your final class.
Just $79 per person (grant-subsidized). Limited to 30 companies for online training, with multiple locations across the state for final session business-to-business meetings.
Ideal for employees you are looking to promote from within who need a stronger export foundation. Not sure if your company qualifies? See “Who Should Attend?” below before you register.
