From Wales to European Sales

Join us for a webinar with expert speakers from DBT services, Welsh Government and overseas partners to discover how you can access the wealth of support to help investigate and understand the European market, leading to a successful exporting portfolio.

There will be an opportunity to put your questions to our experts in a Q&A session at the end of the webinar.

Speakers

HM Trade Commissioner for Europe, Chris Barton CMG

Chris Barton is His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Europe. Chris leads a team of over 300 staff in 30 countries across the continent, working to encourage a thriving trade and investment relationship between the UK and other European countries.

Claire Parfitt – International Trade Adviser, Welsh Government

Claire Parfitt is an International Trade Adviser at the Welsh Government with over 15 years’ experience supporting businesses across Wales. Claire works with eligible Welsh businesses on a one-to-one basis, providing them with bespoke advice, guidance and support to help them achieve their export related aims and objectives.

Neil Reape - Deputy Exports Director for Europe, ESS-IM

Neil is Head of the International Markets Europe team which supports UK SMEs exporting to all of DBT Europes 30 markets. In addition to this Neil supports the Exports Director for Europe working with sector focused trade advisors across the continent to boost the UKs exports and support the UKs growth ambitions.

Robin Hill – UK Export Academy, Department for Business and Trade

Robin is a versatile professional with experience spanning various business sectors, including blue-chip companies and dynamic startups. His journey includes managerial roles at Burton Group, General Electric, and BUPA Corporate. Notably, he has ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing dynamic startups in Broking and the wholesale Wine Trade. His diverse background reflects a blend of corporate expertise and entrepreneurial spirit.