Join a Strategic Forum at HEC Montréal on May 5 to accelerate your market diversification efforts
On May 5, take part in a Strategic Forum at HEC Montréal to accelerate your diversification efforts, learn from entrepreneurs who have successfully entered high-potential markets, access new funding programs, and benefit from expert advice. This event will provide you with concrete strategies to diversify your markets and seize new business opportunities internationally.
Co-developed by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM), Investissement Québec International (IQI) and Québec International (QI), the "Diversification of Export Markets for Québec Businesses" initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of local businesses in the face of economic and political fluctuations.
As an exporting company, imagine the possibilities available to you by exploring international markets beyond the United States. Thanks to our initiative, you will gain access to practical tools, insights from experienced exporters, expert guidance, and valuable networking opportunities.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your company’s competitiveness and explore new business horizons—register now for this Strategic Forum!
A winning formula to boost your international strategy
Meet decision-makers
Attend inspiring conferences and strategic panels featuring international trade experts and key players in global business development.
Practical workshops to equip you
Join small-group sessions with experts, choose the topic that fits your business needs, and walk away with actionable insights to accelerate your market diversification.
Exhibition area
Explore our exhibition zone and connect with leading international trade organizations offering the tools, advice, and support you need to succeed abroad.
Why participate?
- To develop strategies to diversify your export markets while mitigating risks
- To access available resources to help you diversify your markets
- To understand the challenges related to entry barriers and applicable regulations
- To identify short- and medium-term business opportunities in high-potential markets
- To participate in hands-on workshops led by specialists (expert sessions), designed to guide your project towards success
- To gain inspiration from real-life examples of successful export ventures
- To engage with other businesses and experts who can answer your questions
- To take advantage of networking opportunities with strategic ecosystem partners
Who this forum is for:
- For exporters, small, medium, and large enterprises, looking to diversify their markets
- For investors
- For specialists in export and market diversification
With the participation of:
The program for your day
9:30 a.m. – Welcome and Networking
BLOCK 1
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Diversify to grow better: Understand, anticipate, act internationally
10:00 a.m. – Shuffling the deck: Québec’s economic vision for international growth
10:20 a.m. – Where to export in 2025? Trends, promising markets and key opportunities to seize
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Hubert Bolduc
President
Investissement Québec International
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Paul Bird
Chief Commercial Officer
Port de Montréal
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Maxime Dea
Vice President, Business Relations
CDPQ Global
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Scott Moore
Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
Export Development Canada
11:00 a.m. – From local ambition to global impact: The journey of Québec’s export champions
11:25 a.m. – Beyond U.S. borders: Winning strategies for ambitious SMEs
12 p.m. – Networking break and access to exhibitors who can support you
BLOCK 2
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Take action – Practical workshops to succeed in your export strategy
Practical workshops Expert sessions
- 1:15 p.m. – Workshop 1 – Two options
- 2:15 p.m. – Workshop 2 – Two options
In small groups with experts, explore targeted markets and tailored solutions for your industry.
Connect with key players in the international business ecosystem
Key organizations will be on site to present their services and answer your questions about export, financing, support programs, and market development.
- Global Affairs Canada – Trade Commissioner Service
- The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM)
- Commerce International Québec
- Investissement Québec International (IQI)
More exhibitors will be announced soon.
The support from our partners allows us to offer this event at a lower price than our regular forums.