Growth opportunities showcased at county expo
Experts are lining up to showcase two significant business growth opportunities available to Staffordshire businesses at Let’s Do Business, which is being held at Uttoxeter Racecourse on June 27.
The experts from the Department of International Trade and Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce will be speaking at the event.
The business exhibition is organised by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce and Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce.
Robert Lawley, head of international trade for Staffordshire at the Department of International Trade, said: “Even with Brexit negotiations still ongoing, we believe it is a very good time to be exporting goods and services while the playing field is still level for the UK and sterling is low. We are currently in the busiest period ever in the Chamber securing export deals, with North Staffordshire alone having processed £250million worth of export invoices in 2018. The UK has an enviable reputation around the world for high quality products and services; we can help businesses in Staffordshire and across the Midlands, steer a course through their plans with confidence.
“Let’s Do Business is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to access free advice from my team, who will be on hand to share their wealth of knowledge and experience on creating and implementing export strategies whether they create ceramics, manufacture auto parts or offer a professional service.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming people on to the Department of International Trade truck where we can share detailed information about exporting. And for businesses who want to look into exporting further, we can meet up after the event and help to create and implement a strategy.”
Chris Plant, director at Greater Birmingham Chambers, said: “Our Let’s Do Business expo has grown year on year attracting the best businesses in the region with top class speakers, business growth experts, networking sessions and exhibition halls.
“With over £25m new government funding now available and a range of exporting channels to explore, we want visitors to make new contacts and seek out opportunities to grow their businesses.
"While Brexit remains a daunting prospect, it could also provide lots of opportunities for many businesses to grow and expand and we want to encourage people to have a positive outlook."
"Attending Let’s Do Business is the perfect opportunity to gather new ideas and make new contacts to make good things happen.”
