The International Academy is a series of three interconnected workshops, continuing on with “The Exporters Checklist” on March 18th, 2025.

Are you ready to expand your business internationally but feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of exporting?

Our "Checklist for Exporters" session is your essential guide to mastering the export process. This comprehensive workshop takes you step-by-step through each critical stage, starting with how to respond to enquiries effectively, ensuring compliance with international regulations, and managing documentation.

You’ll also learn practical strategies for handling logistics, negotiating terms, and mitigating risks to guarantee a seamless export experience. Whether you’re exporting for the first time or looking to refine your processes, this session provides the tools, resources, and insights needed to navigate the world of international trade with confidence and clarity.

Open to members and non-members based in Dundee, this session is perfect for those who know that they want to expand their business globally and want to get things right, first time. Designed for businesses who have identified their target markets and are ready to negotiate the right terms for their contracts, find out how to set up arrangements with distributers or agents and ensure that their international trade will be set up for success.  

Our expert trainer, Jeff Lockhart from St Andrews Management Centre, will take us through the essential steps for successful international trade, from navigating regulations to understanding foreign markets.  
 
This is the perfect opportunity to learn practical insights, hear real-world success stories, and take your first steps toward going global. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable guidance and start your international journey with confidence! 
 
You will also learn how we can support your business by applying for the Expert Help programme, find a Mentor who has experience of international trade, and much more! 

Jeff Lockhart, St Andrews Management Centre: 

Jeff Lockhart is an international training consultant, specialising in International Trade, Finance, Leadership and Management Development. 

He obtained his MBA in 1996 and is a Fellow of several bodies, including the Royal Society for the Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, the Chartered Management Institute and the Institute of Occupational Learning. He is also a Member of the Institute of Directors.

A past Scottish Chair of the Chartered Management Institute, he has held several senior level positions for industry-leading international businesses. Since 2001, has operated as a consultant to businesses in the UK, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, India, Ireland, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, and USA.

He is a Director and co-owner of St Andrews Management Centre Ltd, based in Cupar in Fife. He provides International Trade support to clients across the UK, and works in partnership with a number of Chambers of Commerce and Business Gateways in Scotland.

The Chamber International Academy has secured £24,600 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund to support the implementation of business support workshops like The Chamber International Academy. 

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s support and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus