TRADESTART
Support Program
OVERVIEW
TradeStart provides advice and information services to small and medium sized exporters with the aim of assisting businesses achieve long term success in international markets.
TradeStart provides some free services, primarily practical advice and general information on the following topics:
Doing business in overseas markets, including market entry strategies
General international marketing and promotional advice
International industry insights
Referrals to specialist professional service providers in Australia and overseas
Business etiquette and cultural tips
Selecting potential export markets for your product or service
Upcoming overseas promotions such as trade missions
Potential financial assistance and other government programs
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TradeStart also offers services tailored to you and your business needs for a fee. These services include:
Market or country research
Potential partner and customer identification
Appointments during your market visit
Market promotions
REQUIREMENTS
There are no public eligibility requirements to accessing TradeStart. Contact a TradeStart office to see what services you can access.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for TradeStart services, visit a TradeStart office or contact a TradeStart adviser.
I'M INTERESTED, WHAT NOW?
TradeStart is perpetually open to applications. Locations of TradeStart offices and the contact information of TradeStart advisers can be found at https://www.austrade.gov.au/Australian/How-Austrade-can-help/Trade-services/TradeStart
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Further information can be found at http://www.australianbusiness.com.au/ABSG/media/Trade/TradeStart-Fact-Sheet_Network.pdf