Start or Expand Your Exports to North American Markets

Start or Expand Your Exports to North American Markets

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming seminar, “Start or Expand Your Exports to North American Markets,” designed to help you navigate and thrive in the dynamic world of cross-border trade. This comprehensive session will cover essential topics such as registering as an NRI, preparing for CARM, understanding duty and GST implications, and exploring how Scarbrough can streamline your export process. Additionally, FNBO will provide insights into managing foreign exchange risk, including the latest Canadian dollar updates and strategies for hedging exchange rate fluctuations. We will conclude with remarks from the U.S. Department of Commerce Regional Director, who will share her USMCA experience and offer valuable firsthand knowledge. Plan to attend to gain the expertise and tools needed to confidently expand your business across North American markets.

This is also our annual meeting where all members in attendance will cast their vote on the proposed 2024-2025 Board of Director slate! Join us on Thursday, September 19th, to meet your new Board of Directors and to hear from:

Nick Brenie
Vice President & Managing Director
Scarbrough International (Canada)

Topic:  Intricacies of international trade in the Canadian market:

• NRI – how to register your business under the Non-Resident Importer (NRI) Program.
• CARM – is your business ready for the upcoming implementation of the CBSA Assessment & Revenue Management?
• Duties and the Goods & Services Tax (GST) – what you need to know.
• What Scarbrough can do for your business.

Jon Macapinlac
Director of Global Banking Business Development
First National Bank of Omaha

Topic:  Canadian dollar update and managing foreign exchange risk associated with exporting/importing goods and services across the US and Canadian border:

• Foreign Exchange Market
• Canadian Dollar/USD Market Update
• Hedging Exchange Rate Risk

Meredith Bond
Director
U.S. Commercial Service – Omaha

Topic:  USMCA

• Tariffs, Rules & Certification
• Changes from NAFTA & New Chapters
• Resources

DATE:  Thursday, September 19, 2024

TIME:
8:30-9:00 am – Registration, Breakfast, Coffee and Networking
9:00-11:30 am – Workshop

LOCATION:
Tiburon Golf Club & Banquet Facility
10302 South 168th Street
Omaha, Nebraska

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