Invitations have been sent to a host of businesses throughout the West Midlands to take advantage of FREE events which focus on trading within Europe and the global market.

The events at The National Exhibition Centre and Hilton Metropole in Birmingham on the 2nd and 3rd March feature experts from across Europe and the world, with guest speakers talking about international trade in Europe, China, India and the United States.

Organised by Coventry University Enterprises Ltd in conjunction with UK Trade and Investment these seminars will provide insights from already successful exporting SMEs.

Doug Mahoney, International Trade Director for the West Midlands, said: "In these difficult economic times companies must ensure that they are exploring all new markets.  Not only is this a unique opportunity to learn and network but there is also access to grants and funding to support local businesses in their export planning "

The events include presentations by award-winning financial reporter and business presenter Adam Shaw from the BBC Radio Today programme as well as Dragon's Den participant and inventor of the "Rapstrap" Andy Harsley. Companies can also book one to one appointments with Commercial Officers from ten European countries.

Doug continues: "The event on the 2nd March focuses on Europe and the 3rd March focuses on the global market including Asia and the USA. These are two exciting and informative days for our local business community."