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Trade Accelerator Program | US Export Strategies

Expand your business globally with our Trade Accelerator Program. Gain invaluable insights from hands-on workshops and personalized mentoring to develop an expert-vetted export plan for international success.
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The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) by World Trade Centre Toronto empowers SMEs to strategically expand into the US market. With top export advisors, tailored coaching, and essential resources, it equips businesses to successfully navigate and scale in the American marketplace.

This program is designed for leaders, CEOs, owners, and C-suite executives of Ontario-based companies across various industries. Over six weeks, through virtual and in-person interactive workshops and mentoring sessions, experienced professionals guide participants in developing a targeted export plan for the US market.

ABOUT THE COHORT

Led by industry experts and thought leaders, this session will cover a wide range of topics, with US-focused programming including:

  • Market Insights: Opportunities, Challenges & Risks
  • International Marketing & Sales
  • International Financial Management
  • Funding Programs & Grants for Exporting
  • Global Legal Considerations & Tax Policies

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

TAP is open to companies that are:

  • Exporting a product, services or technologies and want to diversify their export market or are exploring the possibility of expanding their business internationally
  • Generating more than $500,000 in annual revenue or $1,000,000 paid in capital
  • Operating for at least 2 years and registered in Canada

WHEN & WHERE

  • Day 1: February 11 | In-person; Toronto, ON
  • Day 2: February 19 | Virtual
  • Day 3: February 27 | Virtual
  • Day 4: March 4 | Virtual 
  • Day 5: March 11 | Virtual 
  • Export Plan Submission: March 12 
  • Day 6: March 26 | Mentoring; (Virtual)
  • Day 7: March 28 | Wrap Up; In-person; Toronto, ON

FEES

Thanks to our generous partners, this special cohort is being offered free of charge to Ontario businesses.

KEY CONTACT

Noah Barnett: | nbarnett@bot.com

Apply for the session

TAP is designed for export-ready companies meeting the eligibility requirements outlined above. Your application will be reviewed by one of our team members, who will connect with you within 3-5 business days to discuss your program status.

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Program Partners

The Trade Accelerator Program is supported by several partners, including Innovation, Science and Economic Development, in delivering Canada’s Export Diversification Strategy.