Exporting Made Easy

You’ll hear about the specific export support available to you through the Department and come away with knowledge and inspiration to help you sell beyond NI.

The morning includes:

Keynote address from Export Champion – Gabriel O’Keefe, Export Sales Manager from Kiverco.

Gabriel O’Keefe, Export Sales Manager of Dungannon-based recycling separation equipment manufacturer Kiverco, is amongst eight business leaders from across the country appointed as Northern Ireland’s first-ever Export Champions.

You’ll hear about Gabriel’s first-hand experience of exporting and feel inspired as he shares his journey and the knowledge he’s developed along the way.

UK Export Finance Support – Liz McCrory MIEx (Grad), Senior Export Finance Manager – Northern Ireland

When it comes to exporting, having a great product or service is only half the story. Putting the right finance and insurance in place can make the difference, helping you to win contracts, fulfil orders and get paid.

UK Export Finance is the UK government’s export credit agency. Supporting exports for any company size and across all sectors from capital goods to services and intangibles.

Learn about the UK Export Academy – Mark Burkett, Export Academy Adviser, UK Export Academy

The UK Export Academy is a free training programme, delivered through a hybrid of online and face-to-face learning. Find out how you can join thousands of businesses to discover your export potential, increase your confidence, and upskill your knowledge of overseas sales.

From introductory sessions including the benefits and barriers of exporting, how to conduct your international market research and selling services overseas to specific sector and markets workshops, the Academy hosts hours of events available for all SMEs across Northern Ireland. Whether you are brand new to exporting, or looking for a refresher, there will be a workshop to suit your business needs.