What is Trade Missions @ Home?
If you're export-ready and have a product you want sell across the border, our Trade Missions @ Home programme is here to help you succeed.
Our programme offers small and medium sized enterprises (SME), including social enterprises, a support package worth over £5,000. This InterTradeIreland initiative offers up to five days of specialised mentoring and sales training to empower your business to reach its full export potential. Our team will identify and prospect up to six sales opportunities for you, as well as provide coaching in cross-border sales techniques to set you up for long-term sustainable success.
InterTradeIreland will run two trade missions in 2025:
- For food & beverage companies based in Northern Ireland - Applications for this programme closed on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at 1pm.
- For agri-tech/manufacturing companies based in Ireland. - Applications now open.
Our first Trade Mission will support SMEs and social enterprises within the food and beverage sector that are based in Northern Ireland. If you have a product or service offering that is ready to be sold in the Irish market, this programme is your gateway to significantly boosting your sales and setting the stage for your sustained long-term growth. Applications for this programme closed on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at 1pm.
Who is it for?
The Trade Missions @ Home programme has been designed for SMEs (including social enterprises) who are looking to take their cross-border exports to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter, or exporting your products for the very first time, this programme will generate valuable new sales opportunities and set you up with the knowledge and skills required for long-term success.
The programme is open to SMEs that meet the eligibility criteria and who are committed to expanding their cross-border sales. SMEs who have limited or no experience in cross-border trade are particularly encouraged to apply.
Successful applicants will be asked to contribute a £250 / €300 entry fee.* (See eligibility criteria)
Why choose Trade Missions @ Home?
- Unlock cross-border sales with expert guidance.
- Boost your sales skills for sustainable growth.
- Expand your network and learn from peers.
What can your business expect to achieve from Trade Missions @ Home?
- Comprehensive Workshops: Gain all the essential information needed to export your products across the border.
- Tailored Mentoring: Receive bespoke, individualised mentoring from our team, who will help you prepare for the trade visit with confidence.
- Peer-to-Peer Networking: Kick off the trade visit with the opportunity to network with business peers and industry leaders.
- Sales Opportunities on a Plate: Participate in a trade visit, where we will arrange 4 - 6 meetings with buyers who are eager to discover your products.
- Post-Mission Consultation: After the trade visit, you'll develop a strategic plan to continue exploring cross-border opportunities and advancing your sales efforts.