SBA EXTENDS EXPORT EXPRESS LENDING PROGRAM
The SBA recently extended its Export Express program to assist small exporters with their financial needs, particularly revolving lines of credit. Export Express terms and conditions closely follow those of the SBA Express loan guaranty, but carry the 75-85 percent guaranty of the standard 7 (a) loan. For more information on Export Express programs, contact Richard Ginsburg at 202-205-7429 or email richard.ginsburg@sba.gov.
Visit www.sba.gov/oit.

EVENT: Oct. 6, Sat.--New Zealand Communal Maori Feast, all day, Canterbury, NH TheAmerican-Australizn Association of New England and Simon Leeming, New Zealand Honorary Consul to New England, invite individuals and families to the 7th annual "Hangi," or communal feast, which includes rugby, dancing, music and more. Location is Leeming Residence, Canterbury, NH. RSVP to Lisa Poulin at 603-225-8228 or lapoulin@preti.com.

EVENT: Oct. 11, Thurs.--Asia-America Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, "Made in China--How to Manage Product Safety Risks," 7:15am, Newton
The Asia-America Chamber of Commerce presents this breakfast seminar for C-level executives. Addressing the issue of how to manage product safety and risk related to imports from China will be a panel of speakers including Bruce Barnet, CEO of Supply Strategies; Roger Patkin, CEO of Autopart International; William Judy, VP & Regional Manager, AIG WorldSource; and Jack Schylling, Pres. of Schylling Associates, one of the country's leading manufacturers of specialty toys. Event begins at 7:15am at Newton Marriott, 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton. To register, contact Beverly Brown at 781- 530-1175 or
email info@asia-america-chamber.org.
Visit www.asia-america-chamber.org.

WEBINAR by DEPT. of COMMERCE: Oct. 15, Mon.--"Medical Device Sales in China", 7:30PM EST
The US Department of Commerce presents a series of industry-specific China webinars this fall, focused on China's emerging markets--cities outside of major hubs such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, where US export growth is at its fastest, access to decision makers is greater, and there's less competition. Webinar fee is $50 and includes Industry Snapshot report for the medical device sector. For info and to register, visit the website below or call 503- 326-3002.
Visit www.buyusa.gov/asianow/chinamed_webinar.html

SEMINAR: Oct. 16, Tues.--"Exporting 101" by Mass. Export Center, 9am, Randolph
The Mass. Export Center presents this seminar as part of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce EXPO. Discussion will include a review of basic export processes, assessing and researching potential export markets, identifying export partners, logistics and compliance. There's no fee to attend but pre-registration is required. Call 617-973-8664 or visit the website below to register. Visit www.mass.gov/export.

EVENT: Oct. 16, Tues.--"Business Opportunities for the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games," 6pm, Cambridge
The British Consul-General, Dr. Phil Budden, and Brendan Dineen, Director 2012 Games, ThinkLondon, invite companies to a networking reception and briefing at the British Consulate in Cambridge, MA at One Memorial Drive, 15th Floor. Opportunities abound in the following sectors: Communications, Telecom, Creative & Media, HR Engineering, Environmental, Sports & Security. Space is limited and priority will be given to companies interested in doing business in the United Kingdom. To RSVP, contact the British Embassy at 617-245-4531 or
email rsvp.boston@fco.gov.uk.
Visit www.britainusa.com/boston.

EVENT: Oct. 30, Tues.--CONECT's Cargo Symposium, 11:30am, Cambridge
CONECT presents its 6th annual Northeast Cargo Symposium, featuring a keynote luncheon address by Chris Koch, President of the World Shipping Council. Lunch will be followed by two panels of top officials from Customs & Border Patrol and experts in the private sector, discussing current trade and transportation topics such as security, documentation, environmental issues, port labor negotiations etc. To register, contact CONECT at 508-481-0424 or
email conect@charter.net.
Visit www.conect.org.

EVENT: Nov. 5, Mon.--Atlantic Canada-US Business Forum: Innovation & Growth; Success Beyond Borders, 11:30am, Quincy
The New England-Canada Business Council presents this major cross-border forum featuring business & technology executives from Atlantic Canada and New England, discussing bilateral trade opportunities, cross-border investments etc. Four concurrent sessions will be held on: Oceans Bounty; Technology for the Delivery of Education & Health Care; Bio Solutions in Medicine; and Bridging Labor Shortages. Keynote speakers are Honorable Peter MacKay, Canada's Minister of National Defence & Jason Powell, Managing Director, Canadian Operations, Keane Inc. There's no cost to attend but space is limited and pre-registration required. Call 781-801-4310 to register, or visit the website below for registration and a list of all panelists.
Visit www.necbc.org.

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