Training Programs
Each year SIDO coordinates professional development trainings designed specifically for state international trade offices, along with a new-to-export training for member companies

NTE Training
If you’re a small or medium size business looking to increase sales and profit, reduce dependence on existing markets and stabilize seasonal fluctuations, then you need SIDO’s training.

Level 1 Training
SIDO’s Level 1 Trade Specialist Training is for practitioners that are new to their role. The training concentrates on understanding the Trade Ecosystem and Partners, Economic Development and Trade’s Role, Understanding the Job and the Basics and specifically Responsibilities and Performance, Developing your Client Pipeline, and culminating with a Capstone Project – Trade Development Guide.

Level 2 Training
SIDO’s Level 2 Trade Specialist Training is for practitioners that have been in their role at least 3-4 years. The training concentrates on Counseling Exporters, Resources and Best Practices, Understanding Export Growth Strategy – Target Market Selection, Sales Channels, and Global Marketing, Learning about Export Mechanics – Compliance, Logistics, Finance and Legal Considerations.