International Management Solutions, Inc.

Voka Beyond Borders USA
2023-11-09 13:00 - 19:30 (Europe/Brussels) | Voka – Antwerp, Markgravestraat 12, Antwerp, Antwerp, 2000, Belgium
Your gateway to the US market: discover everything about doing business in the US.
The United States is Flanders’ largest trading partner outside Europe. More than 50 billion euros worth of goods were imported and exported to and from the US last year. The opportunities are therefore up for grabs, but you better be prepared.
Discover all the ingredients for a successful export strategy during this two-day training. This Beyond Borders highlights the opportunities on the American market and gives you concrete tools to make full use of them. Thanks to experts, America connoisseurs and experienced entrepreneurs, you will learn everything you need to know to make the successful leap to the US.
What can you expect?
Build your export strategy with the right knowledge: from financial and legal aspects to the right sales techniques or cultural differences. After this two-day training, you will know everything you need to know to go to the US prepared.
You will soon discover the full program and the speakers here. In the meantime, you can redeem your place via the button at the top right.
For whom?
This trajectory is designed for entrepreneurs and managers in sales or business development who want to integrate the United States into their export strategy. Even if you want to strengthen or expand your position in America, this program is an absolute must.

Voka, a Flemish network of companies, was created in January 2004, when the Flemish Economic Association and the eight regional Chambers of Commerce in Flanders decided to collaborate intensively in an alliance. Voka is the largest entrepreneurial network in Flanders and represents the interests of companies at the highest level. In addition, we represent more than 18,000 companies in Flanders and Brussels, accounting for 65% of private employment, 70% of added value in Flanders and 80% of exports. Voka has been working closely with 29 sector organizations since 2008, which further strengthens the employer landscape.

BeNeLux Catalyst 2023
2023-11-13 20:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | BelCham NYC, 530 7th Ave, Suite 902, NY, 10018, United States
Are you a founder from Belgium, The Netherlands or Luxembourg, looking to set clear international goals for your business and grow your business abroad?
The BeNeLux Catalyst is a no-equity accelerator program for high-growth tech startups working together to kick start their international growth. During an intense two weeks, we will work with local experts, mentors and peers to validate your plans and fill in the blanks. IMS will be represented by Robert Merrin, of our New York office.

– immerse in a collaborative environment of experts, mentors & fellow founders
– obtain an individualized business blueprint to guide international growth
– validate expansion plans + business assumptions with the right information & resources
– accelerate understanding of the American business landscape
– gain access to a network of successful entrepreneurs, investors and prospective clients
– transform mindset, ambition, and attitude

Program Benefits

– company-specific matchmaking and personal introductions
– presentations and workshops by experts and service providers
– knowledge sharing and peer mentoring by fellow entrepreneurs
– access to the larger NYC entrepreneurial community through events

Applications

– applications open till September 22
– click here for startup selection criteria

About BelCham: BelCham, Belgian-American Chamber of Commerce, is one of the largest American chambers of commerce, and the largest foreign business chamber for Belgium. Our members represent more than 400 Belgian-American companies, going from start-ups to mid-caps and large multinationals. BelCham helps your business succeed by providing you unrivaled access to valuable business information, networking, advocacy, exposure and promotion. BelCham represents successful Belgian-American business collaborations, and fosters commercial drive and mutual friendship. BelCham is a government-independent not-for-profit organization, headquartered in New York.

Voka Training: Beyond Borders USA
2023-11-23 13:00 - 19:30 (Europe/Brussels) | Voka – Antwerp, Markgravestraat 12, Antwerp, Antwerp, 2000, Belgium
Your gateway to the U.S. market: find out everything there is to know about doing business in the U.S.

The United States is Flanders’ largest trading partner outside Europe. More than 50 billion euros worth of goods were imported and exported to and from the US last year, so the opportunities are there for the taking, but you better be prepared.
Discover all the ingredients for a successful export strategy during this training. This Beyond Borders highlights the opportunities on the American market, and gives you concrete tools to make full use of them. Thanks to experts, America experts and experienced entrepreneurs, you will learn everything you need to know to make the successful leap to the US.
What can you expect?
Build your export strategy with the right knowledge: from financial and legal aspects to the right sales techniques or cultural differences. After this two-day training, you will know everything you need to know to be prepared for the USA.

– Export to the US: W-8 Form, US Tax System, Tax Structure & Business Model of a US Entity, Intercompany Transactions, Temporary Employment of Belgian Employees and Personal US Tax Implications
Ben Troch – International Management Solutions Inc.

– Credit insurance in the US
Wim Bosman – Credendo

– Legal aspects of doing business in the US
Hans van Velzen – Van Velzen C.S.

– Negotiating in the US
Wouter Faes

For whom?
This pathway is designed for entrepreneurs and managers in sales or business development who want to integrate the United States into their export strategy. Even if you want to strengthen or expand your position in America, this program is an absolute must.
