EFIC is involved in a number of Government, industry and association events throughout the year. Details of events EFIC is involved in are listed here. You can also keep informed of the latest EFIC news and events through our latest media releases.
2008 Australian Export Awards
EFIC is proud to continue its support of the Australian Export Awards.
The Australian Export Awards is comprised of a series of eight State and Territory Export Awards which are managed independently by the relevant state government department or industry body.
Winners from each State and Territory are announced at presentation ceremonies held from September through to November with the winners automatically progressing as national finalists to the Australian Export Awards.
Winners of the 12 National Categories and the overall 2008 Australian Exporter of the Year will be announced at a National Awards Presentation on Friday 5 December 2008 in Melbourne. The Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon. Kevin Rudd MP, will be Guest of Honour at the dinner.
For further information on the Australian Export Awards program or to apply for the Export Awards in your state or territory visit www.exportawards.gov.au.
For more information and to view past winners of the Australian Export Awards visit our Australian Export Awards page >
Upcoming Events - 2008 Please see below for upcoming events that EFIC are involved in.
Hunter Export Awards Dinner Friday 22 August EFIC is a sponsor of the Hunter Export Awards and is proud to present the EFIC Large Established Exporter Award. The Hunter Export Awards are organised by the Hunter Export Centre, part of the Hunter Economic Development Corporation. The Hunter Export Awards showcase the Hunter’s exporters and encourage others to strive for success in world markets. For more information on the awards, or to purchase tickets to the Awards Dinner, please visit www.hunterexporters.com.au.
Africa Downunder Conference 4-5 September 2008
Sheraton Hotel, Perth Roger Donnelly, EFIC’s Chief Economist will present at Africa Downunder about a book he has just co-authored with Ben Ford for the Lowy Institute for International Policy: Into Africa: How the resource boom is making Sub-Saharan Africa more important to Australia. The international resource boom has spurred a hunt for new mineral and hydrocarbon reserves, and an important new frontier in this hunt is Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Australian resource companies are spending tens of billions of dollars on exploration and development, and engineering and service companies are clinching billions of dollars of contracts, in scores of SSA countries. The subcontinent now matters to corporate Australia in ways it didn’t five years ago. What are the drivers and dimensions of the SSA resource boom and the Australian investment push? What do the burgeoning business links mean for the companies themselves and for Australian public policy? These are questions that Roger and Ben set out to answer in the book ... For more information on the Africa Downunder conference please visit http://www.africadownunderconference.com/.
 Small Business September - New Horizons: Opportunities in the US Market
Friday 5 September 9:00am - 4:00pm NSW Trade and Investment Centre (DSRD)
Parkes/Hamilton Room
Level 47, MLC Centre
19 Martin Place, Sydney Cost: $260 (inc GST). This cost includes lunch and materials. A one-day executive program for small to midsize companies on entering and operating in the United States market. Speakers at the event include US and Australian professionals from legal firms, banking, venture capital, EFIC and Australian companies operating in the US. For more details on this event and how to register please click here. For information on other Small Business September events please visit http://www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au/.
 Small Business September - 'Exporting Further and Faster - Finance Solutions for Export Growth'
Tuesday 16 September 8.00am Registration, for an 8:30am start
Formal event proceedings conclude by approximately 10:00am NSW Trade and Investment Centre
Parkes/Hamilton Room
Level 47, MLC Centre
19 Martin Place, Sydney THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Inadequate knowledge of overseas markets and lack of finance are the two biggest obstacles Australian companies face when seeking to expand overseas.
At this interactive session you will hear from, and have the opportunity to consult with experts in export finance. You will also hear from successful exporters about the barriers and drivers they encountered in making the transition to an increasingly globalised business world. This session is targeted towards established exporters who will gain practical insights from panel members on how to work effectively and profitably in global markets. If you would like to register for this event, please click here. For information on other Small Business September events please visit http://www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au/.
Import Export Show Thursday 18 September - Friday 19 September
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour The 2008 Import Export Show is Australia’s first exhibition dedicated to showcasing the full spectrum of services and support available to assist small to medium sized importers and exporters with their international business development. EFIC is a sponsor of this inaugural event and will participate in the following seminar program sessions: Starting and Planning your International Trade Business
Thursday 18 September, 9:00am – 12:30pm
For further information on the seminar content or to register for this session visit http://www.importexportshow.com.au/product_details.php?pID=9. How to Minimise Your Exposure to Financial Risks
Friday 19 September, 9:00am – 12:30pm
For further information on the seminar content or to register for this session visit http://www.importexportshow.com.au/product_details.php?page=1&pID=11. For more information about the Show visit www.importexportshow.com.au.
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