Global Trade Playbook - How to Compete and Win Abroad | Chicago Symposium

When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Chicago, IL
More information and registration

Many business owners are unaware there are opportunities for growth in international sales. In this symposium, discover how to take advantage of these global markets, and hear about other business development resources.

How to attend:

This symposium is a free in-person event that will be held at:

Aspire Center
5500 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644

Speakers:

  • Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)
  • U.S. Commercial Service / International Trade Administration
  • Small Business Administration

Agenda:

9:00 AM - Registration / Check-In / Refreshments

9:30 AM - Opening Remarks / Aspire Center Representative / BMO Harris Representative

9:45 AM - Remarks - Ian Quan / IL APEX Accelerator, Chinese Mutual Aid Association

10:00 AM - Remarks - IL District Export Council

10:15 AM - "How to Find Foreign Buyers" - International Trade Administration - Owen Kim

10:45 AM - "Increase Export Sales by Offering Open Account" - Export-Import Bank of the United States - LaTaunya Darden

11:15 AM - Break

11:30 AM - "Financing Your Export Sales" - Small Business Administration - Keith Schlegal

12:00 PM - Export Success Story

12:15 PM - Q&A / Presenters' Final Thoughts / Recommendations / Closing Remarks