Intro to Exporting Panel

Exporting 101: Resources for Southwest Washington Businesses
Southwest Washington businesses interested in exporting are invited to join CREDC and Clark College for a panel featuring local, state, and federal trade experts. Learn how to get started in international markets, access export financing, and connect with regional resources—from the U.S. Commercial Service, Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington, SBDC, SBA, and the Port of Vancouver—to support your global growth.

Panelists include:

• Haisum Shah, Acting Director, U.S. Commercial Service (International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce)
• Zara Castillo, Director, Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington
• Kyle Todd, Small Business Development Center
• John Brislin, Small Business Administration

Feel free to join us at 1:30pm before the class starts for an optional networking opportunity with the instructor, CREDC and Clark College Staff and other session attendees.

This session will take place at CREDC's office at 805 Broadway St., Suite 412 Vancouver WA 98660

Parking is available at 703 Broadwat St Vancouver WA 98660. Street parking is also available surrounding the building.

About CREDC:

As Washington State’s recognized Associate Development Organization for Clark County, CREDC brings together more than 150 private and public partners to advance economic vitality through business growth and innovation. This learning session is part of the 2026 Clark County Business Expansion Series.

https://www.credc.org

About Clark College:

Clark College Community, Continuing Education and Customized Training serves nearly 8,000 learners each year through community classes, certificates, CEUs, testing services, and customized workforce training. We provide high-quality, relevant learning opportunities for lifelong learners and partner with local industry to deliver quick-turn training that strengthens Southwest Washington’s workforce.

https://www.clark.edu/cce/

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