Going global is no longer just for large and established enterprises with tons of cash, but for companies of all sizes — from startups and micro independents, to tiny e-commerce firms and small businesses. The future belongs to the agile, lean and more responsive firms as well as to those who are positioning for global success.
FACT:Exporting holds a significant growth opportunity for small businesses that has yet to be fully tapped. While 92% of U.S. SMEs who do business globally see international markets as a significant growth opportunity, only 7% of middle market companies and less than 1% of small businesses in the U.S. export. – Source: American Express 2017 Survey
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Going global is no longer just for large and established enterprises with tons of cash, but for companies of all sizes – from startups and micro independents, to tiny e-commerce firms and small businesses. The future belongs to the agile, lean and more responsive firms as well as to those who look to the world for business.
Four small business CEOs will share their experience on global business growth, success stories, challenges and lessons learned. They will also address how their companies are reaching consumers on a global scale.
Christophe Ridet
John Walton
Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart
Alison Larson
Deanna Kunze
Chantal Wittman Meier
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The Gleacher Center, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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