Navigating Tariffs: Practical Strategies for SMEs to survive and thrive

Singapore SMEs face rising challenges when entering overseas markets, especially in the US where tariffs and compliance can be tough. Organised in partnership with SME Centre @ SMF, this seminar will feature expert strategies to transform trade barriers into growth opportunities, helping businesses become stronger, more resilient, and adaptable.

Key Takeaways:

• Master Certificate of Origin processes and how to use "Made in Singapore" for market advantage
• Understand what US compliance rules mean for SMEs
• Learn how to build resilience and agility into supply chains, workforce and operations
• Find out how other SMEs have successfully expanded into overseas markets
• Access government support schemes and internationalisation toolkits

Agenda:

• Regulatory Compliance & Navigating US Tariffs
  By Jodi Ader, International Trade & Development Consultant, RSM US LLP
   
• The Agility Advantage, Built to Last, Designed to Adapt
  By Tay Woon Teck, Senior Adviser, RSM Singapore
   
• Success Story: From Local to Global
  By Julian Ng, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Grand Venture Technology
   
• Navigating the Application of Ordinary Certificate of Origin (OCO)
  By Fay Wong, Manager, International Markets & Partnerships, SMF Certificate of Origin
   
• Roadmap for International Expansion
  By Tiffany Zhang, Business Advisor, SME Centre@SouthWest

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