BHETA’s expert advice on export

Four of the leading exporters in the home enhancement, garden and leisure and pet product sectors will share their experiences with delegates at The Future for International Trade conference, organised by BHETA and fellow trade associations, Gardenex and PetQuip. The conference takes place on March 12 at the Stratford Manor Hotel in Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire.

Above: Conference venue, The Stratford Manor Hotel.
Above: Conference venue, The Stratford Manor Hotel.

Tony Grimshaw OBE, director of the WHAM group, will explain how BHETA member, What More UK (winner of a Queen’s Award for International Trade) embarked on its ten-year journey into international trade, from first exhibiting at Ambiente in 2009. It is committed to increasing its export total to 80 countries during 2019. Tony will also be discussing the importance of the Made In Britain icon to the company’s success.

Other presentations include iconic tools brand, Spear & Jackson and export success story, VegTrug. Speakers will deliver presentations on the changes anticipated following Britain’s departure from the European Union, mega trends in global retailing, plus the trade association and government export support available to current and future exporters.

The event will also include a wide range of experienced export service providers specialising in transport, logistics, IP, international business law, as well as exhibition organisers and government advisors.

BHETA executive director, Will Jones commented: “BHETA is delighted to be working with Gardenex and PetQuip on this joint initiative, which is designed to provide insights, inspiration and practical advice for companies looking to expand overseas.  We anticipate a packed house, given the immense topicality of the subject.”

Contact BHETA on 0121 237 1130, email nab@bheta.co.uk or visit www.bheta.co.uk.

Members can secure a preferential delegate rate of £69 per person at the conference. The event is also open to non-members at £149 per person (both plus VAT).

 

Top: Conference speaker, Tony Grimshaw of What More UK.

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