NASBITE International looks forward to the opportunity to connect with colleagues in trade at the 45^th Annual SBDC Conference that will take place Sept. 9-13, 2024 in Atlanta, GA.

We invite those in attendance to stop by the NASBITE International Booth (Exhibition Hall - Booth #18). Say hello, learn about our upcoming events, and ask any questions you may have about the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential.

We look forward to the opportunity to connecting with you!

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Ascender is currently hiring for the Programs Coordinator position, which is vital in our mission of empowering Pittsburgh entrepreneurs with the tools needed to start and build their best businesses. The ideal candidate will have a passion for economic development and entrepreneurship and experience in program coordination. We are excited to welcome someone who will contribute to the growth and success of our programs.

Position Details

• Title: Programs Coordinator
• Location: Full-time, On-site & Hybrid
• Key Responsibilities: The Programs Coordinator will be responsible for programmatic administration and community outreach and ensure all Ascender programs operate smoothly and efficiently.
• How to Apply: Submit a Resume + Cover Letter as a single PDF via Indeed by EOD Monday, August 26, 2024. Link to the job description.

Too many American manufacturers in sectors critical to America’s national security – especially small- and medium-sized enterprises – struggle to obtain financing to compete for global sales. EXIM is well positioned to address this issue, while supporting jobs in America.

To help companies make more in America – especially in sectors critical to national security – EXIM will make available the agency’s existing medium- and long-term loans, loan guarantees, and insurance to export-oriented domestic manufacturing projects.

The new tool will be open to all sectors, with financing priority available to environmentally beneficial projects, small businesses, and transformational export area transactions, including semiconductors, biotech and biomedical products, renewable energy, and energy storage. This Initiative will help revitalize American manufacturing, improve the resiliency of our supply chains, and level the playing field for American companies competing in overseas markets.

By complementing EXIM’s foreign buyer financing programs, EXIM can spur growth and security of critical supply chains while continuing to meet EXIM’s core mission of supporting U.S. jobs. Such financing will help support American companies across the entire export lifecycle.

For more details about the program, visit https://www.exim.gov/about/special-initiatives/make-more-in-america-initiative.