Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) 

Department of Commerce Virtual Business Opportunity Session

International Trade & Finance Resources

Date:   Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Time:   1:30 PM - 2:30 PM ET

Virtual Format:  Powered by Cisco Webex

In collaboration with VA OSDBU, Direct Access Program; the EXIM Minority and Women Owned Business (MWOB) Outreach Group and the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration will host a virtual business opportunity session promoting international business and providing information on trade finance solutions to Veteran-Owned Businesses.

How to register for this virtual session:

Go to:  https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/veteransaffairs/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed1cfa7be85e0e191f2f897b1f24b19fd

Company Opportunities

EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service are seeking small & large business partners to promote international business opportunities and trade finance solutions to Veteran-Owned Businesses.  EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service will provide information on access to resources for international business development and trade finance solutions.  EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service will encourage Veteran-Owned Businesses to consider exporting as a pathway to business diversification.

Session Agenda

      •  Introductions

      •  Presentation

      •  Questions and Answers

Business Sectors

EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service target small businesses associated with the following business sectors:

     •  Manufacturers

     •  Distributors

     •  Service Providers and Consultants

     •  IT/Software Professionals

EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service target companies that specialize in operations related to the following NAICS codes. Veteran-Owned Businesses in the manufacturing industry are encouraged to attend as products of various kinds are highly exportable. 

NAICS         DESCRIPTION

213112            Contract services (except geophysical surveying and mapping, site preparation, construction, and transportation activities) for oil and gas fields

488190            Aircraft inspection services

541310            Architectural (except landscape) design services

541330            Engineering services

541511            Applications software programming services, custom computer

541519            Computer disaster recovery services

541611            Administrative management consulting services

541613            Customer service management consulting services

541614            Logistics and integrated supply chain management consulting services

541620            Environmental consulting services

541720            Economic research and development services

541810            Advertising agency consulting services

541910            Marketing analysis services

561110            Administrative management services

561499            Teleconferencing services and Videoconferencing services

562910            Environmental remediation services

611420            Computer programming, software, and systems training, online learning marketplace services

611430            Continuing education online learning marketplace services (through a website or mobile application)

611710            College selection services

Capabilities

EXIM MWOB and the U.S. Commercial Service is interested in companies with the following capabilities:

     •  Minimum of one year of operating history – two to three years recommended

     •  Dun & Bradstreet number

     •  Current exporter, beginning exporter, or New-to-Export with an international business plan

     •  Positive net worth

Desired Federal Socio-Economic Classifications

Companies with the following socio-economic classifications are encouraged to attend this event:

     •  Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

     •  Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)

     •  Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

     •  Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)

About EXIM MWOB

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is the nation’s official export credit agency with the mission of supporting American jobs by facilitating U.S. exports.  To advance American competitiveness and assist U.S. businesses as they compete for global sales, EXIM offers financing, including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, loan guarantees and direct loans.   As an independent federal agency, EXIM contributes to U.S. economic growth by supporting tens of thousands of jobs in exporting businesses and their supply chains across the United States.

The Minority and Women-Owned Business (MWOB) Outreach Group seeks to engage minority- and women-owned businesses that are interested in exporting their goods and services, educate them regarding the availability of EXIM financing, and increase the total amount of financing to support exports from these target businesses.

About U.S. Commercial Service

The U.S. Commercial Service is the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration.   Our global network of experienced trade professionals is located throughout the United States and in U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide.  Whether you’re looking to make your first export sale or expand to additional markets, we offer the expertise you need to connect with lucrative opportunities and increase your bottom line. 

     •  Global Network: Our unmatched global network with trade experts in more than 80 countries can provide you with on-the-ground knowledge and connections.

     •  Results Driven: Our expert, customized counseling is unparalleled and designed to help you succeed in global markets.

If you have questions about the virtual event, please contact the Direct Access Program by e-mail at directaccess@va.gov or by phone at (202) 461-4694.