US export 101 for food and beverage brands

Are you a UK food or drink brand considering export to the USA?

Join us for a practical and insightful webinar designed to help you navigate your first steps into the US market. From export readiness to regulatory essentials, this session serves as your starting point for exploring a high-potential global opportunity.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why the US market? The business case for export
• How to know you’re ready – practical financial and operational checkpoints
• Compliance must-knows – labelling, shelf life, and legal considerations
• Real-life success story – How Caleño Drinks cracked the US market
• Common pitfalls – and how to avoid them
• You’ll leave with the confidence to take your next step – and a clear understanding of what’s required to succeed.

About the Speakers:

Jane McKay – Founder, Astute Ideas

Jane is a global brand strategist with deep expertise in food and drink exports. With hands-on experience helping challenger brands grow internationally, she brings practical, real-world advice tailored to ambitious SMEs. →

Catherine Stephens – Head of International Trade Services, Business West

Catherine brings extensive knowledge on the paperwork side of export, including Incoterms, customs regulations, and export documentation. She’ll be on hand to explain how to make compliance less complicated.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for:

• Food and drink producers with an established home market or export experience outside of the US
• Brands looking to grow internationally or diversify revenue
• Businesses curious about whether they’re ready to export to the US

This session will help you decide if the US is right for your next move.

What You’ll Take Away:

• A clearer understanding of your export readiness
• Key compliance and logistics considerations
• A real-world example of a UK brand’s US entry
• Access to further support from Business West and Astute Ideas

Reserve Your Free Place Today!

Spaces are limited – book now to secure your spot and take your first step toward the US market. We look forward to seeing you on 2nd October. We will be recording the webinar. If you are unable to attend the webinar, we will share the recording.

Thank you for your booking. We look forward to seeing you.

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