Webinar – Preparing for effective meetings with major retailers

On the Road to Internationalization with Investissement Québec International at a glance

This event is part of the webinar series On the Road to Internationalization with Investissement Québec International, offered free of charge by Investissement Québec International and the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal's Acclr International Trade Services. This series gives you the tools you need to develop your business in some of the most promising national and international markets this year.

Why attend this webinar on effective meetings with major retailers?

Join this webinar on October 28 to learn best practices and the pitfalls to avoid when pitching your company and products to buyers from major retail brands. Learn from the experience of Québec companies that have successfully penetrated this market and from seasoned experts in the field. Our guest experts will discuss this sector within the North American market, and you will have the chance to hear testimonies from companies that have succeeded in making their mark.

This webinar will allow you to:

• Discover the current practices and expectations of major retailers towards their suppliers;
• Familiarize yourself with common industry terms, such as listing fees, category review schedules and EDI software;
• Learn tips and tricks for soliciting buyers and capturing their interest;
• Avoid common mistakes when dealing with major retailers;
• Gain a general understanding of the retail ecosystem in North America;
• Hear testimonials from Québec companies that have succeeded in establishing themselves and growing in this highly competitive sector.

Who is this webinar for?

• Consumer goods companies;
• Companies wishing to do business with major North American retailers such as Costco, Walmart and Canadian Tire;
• Entrepreneurs who would like to learn about the procurement practices of supermarkets, hardware stores, pharmacies and other large banners;
• Any company wishing to become familiar with the retail sector in Canada and the United States.