Shipping Goods Internationally

Wednesday · May 13, 2026

IN-PERSON EVENT

8 AM - 4 PM  ·  $75 Fee

 LOCATION: CSU Monte Ahuja College of Business

Hosted by: Global Business Center at Cleveland State University 
& Ohio SBDC Export Assistance Network

Nate Ward, Director and International Trade Advisor

David Delgado, International Trade Advisor

Chris Lees, International Trade Advisor

Unlock new markets and grow your business beyond borders with our comprehensive, in-person training seminar on Shipping Goods Internationally. Designed specifically for small and emerging businesses, this full-day program brings together seasoned industry experts to demystify the complexities of global trade and give you practical, actionable insights you can use right away.

Whether you’re just beginning your international journey or looking to strengthen your existing operations, this seminar will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate key aspects of cross-border commerce. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of how to identify and manage risks to keep your global transactions running smoothly.

Beyond the content, this is an opportunity to connect with experts and fellow business owners facing similar challenges—giving you both the tools and network to succeed internationally.

Join us and take the next step toward expanding your business on a global scale.

Topic & Speaker

Customs for Export Clearance
Freight Forwarder speaker: TBD

Customs for Import Clearance
Kristi Buckholz
CEO, West Forwarding

Tariff Mitigation Measures - Foreign Trade Zones & Bonded Warehouses
John Senese
Foreign Trade Zones & Bonded Warehouses
President & CEO, ChemJays
Port of Cleveland FTZ Support Team

Supplier Diversity and Vetting
Tim Morgan
3rd Party Manager, Lubrizol

International Payments
Baishali (Poppy) Biswal
Vice President, Head of International & Trade Finance, KeyBank

International Finance and Credit Programs
Romy Ancog
Export Finance Manager, SBA

Managing Risk to Enable Trade
Mike McBride
Regional Sales Manager at Atradius
 

Register Today!