Do you import goods from overseas, operate in international supply chains or export goods? If so, there are some significant changes ahead for when the UK leaves the Customs Union.

Whilst trade deals and timelines are to be negotiated, there are still preparations that you can start to make for your business. Preparing a plan to manage Brexit now, no matter the final outcome of negotiations, will ensure that you are able to service your customers and continue with business as usual.

The Cumbria Manufacturing Service will be delivering a free workshop in Penrith on Thursday 15th February in partnership with the Cumbria Business Growth Hub, the Rural Payment Agency and FW Capital. This event will offer you an outline of what Brexit means for small and medium manufacturing firms and provide you with tools to start preparing your business.

To find your local event visit the event page.

Register your interest here

Confirmed speakers and panellists

• Alan Reid, Manufacturing Advisor, Cumbria Manufacturing Service
• Suzanne Caldwell, Deputy Chief Executive, Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
• Jenny Little, Rural Development Manager, Rural Payments Agency
• Maria Ramsdale, Investment Executive, FW Capital
• Ian Hamilton, International Trade Adviser, The Growth Company

Who should attend?

Manufacturing leaders and managers from small and medium businesses who are responsible for strategic development, financial management and/or sales and marketing.

What will I leave with?

Tools to start preparing your business planning
Access to local expertise to help you with business planning, supply chain management and/or sales and marketing strategy.