The Basics of Import/Export

The basics of the import-export business, including locating overseas suppliers, marketing to customers abroad and the processes used in importing and exporting.  Includes an overview of financing international transactions and using the services of forwarders and customs house brokers.  The discussion will also include a list of valuable references for follow up purposes.

Small Business Conference
SF State Downtown Campus
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Session 1, 9:00-10:30am

Hank Weiner, Counselor, Eastbay Score
www.eastbayscore.org, 510-273-6611

Biography:  Hank Weiner has over 35 years of experience in international trade.  He has lived in Guam, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan and the Philippines and has worked in virtually every market in Asia as well as Germany, England and Denmark.  He left his position as Vice President, Asia for one of America’s largest international trading companies to form a joint venture company in Taiwan representing manufacturers in that market as well as nearby countries.  His experience includes developing and executing marketing plans for both consumer and industrial products, establishing joint venture companies and locating sources of supply for American importers.

In addition to his work experience, he has served as President of both the American Chamber of Commerce and The American Club in Taiwan and as a director of the American Chamber in the Philippines.  He has also testified before the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress on trade related matters.