Eligibility criteria - National Trade Program

This is a competitive multi-sector program.

Be a registered South Australian business and a sole trader, company, partnership or trust.
Have an ABN and be registered for GST.
Have a market ready product.
Need to be selling a retail product in South Australia either online or in store.
Be prepared to undertake a bespoke program tailored by the Export Council of Australia with elements of self-paced online training modules, negotiated mentoring according to the needs of your company and buyer meetings over a five-month period. Note this program is meant to be completed while running your business. Commitment of around 8 hours per month will be expected although flexibility is incorporated into the program.
Be prepared to participate in trade shows in Adelaide or interstate.
Ability to send samples interstate to buyers.
Be financially viable to meet cash funding requirements for entering a new market.
Have business capability and drive that is likely to result in a positive interstate or future export outcome, providing benefits for SA.