Our warmest congratulations to all the winners of The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise and to those involved with International Trade.
We know that any business carrying the Queen’s Awards logo is well received internationally and as companies look at new markets for their exports following the pivotal events of 2016, the relevance of the Queen’s Awards has never been clearer. This year’s winners have once again demonstrated the strength and resilience that trading overseas brings, together with great innovative business ideas, and we look forward to seeing their growth as they continue over the coming years. As the only professional body representing international traders, the Institute of Export is extremely proud of its involvement with the International Trade element of the awards. As the trading challenges change and the global landscape takes a new shape with growing trends in protectionism and local interests, the need to share experience and collaborate has become a vital tool for a growing business. We find that membership and networking with other exporters brings a new strength and intelligence to businesses. Currently we are working hard to produce apprenticeships across all job levels and disciplines vital to international trade and would be happy to work with any employers interested in developing these skills within their workforce. Our education programmes offer practical solutions using the latest digital innovation to deliver the skills, knowledge and qualifications linked with the highest standards needed for businesses to succeed internationally. Working with the newly formed Department for International Trade allows businesses to be sure of our full technical support to trade efficiently and profitably. Our commitment to drive professionalism in international trade including all aspects of export, import and supply chain management remains constant. Each year we are delighted to award a year’s membership as a gift to every winner in the International Trade category. This membership provides the background support of a specialist helpline to support further growth into new markets allowing the company to grow the skills needed as they broaden their business horizons. As you plan to celebrate your success don’t forget our fabulous Queen’s Awards Gala Dinner for the winners and their teams, in the gracious surroundings offered by our capital city. This year we are at The Royal Horse-guards Hotel, London on Wednesday, September 27, and we look forward to seeing you there.
Lesley Batchelor OBE Director General, Institute of Export & International Trade
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