Europe is one of the largest and most sophisticated markets in the world and the economic benefits of getting a foothold can be great. But with that comes many questions:
- Which country should you enter first?
- Should you sell directly, appoint a distributor or agent, or establish a European presence?
- Will your Canadian contract even work in Europe?
- Who should you speak to about customs, VAT, and product compliance?
- Does CETA help mitigate tariffs?
- Will GDPR regulations apply to your company?
- What should you do if a customer in Europe doesn’t pay?
These questions are all potentially highly relevant to you and your business and the decisions you make early on can end up having big consequences down the line – legally and financially.
Join Chad Eggerman, Founding Partner at Procido LLP and the Honorary Consul of Finland, for a practical introduction on doing business in Europe designed specifically for small and medium-sized Canadian businesses.
Having lived in Finland for almost seven years, studied European Union law in Sweden, worked in Switzerland, earned a Master of Laws in contract and commercial law from the University of Helsinki, and worked with a leading northern European business law firm operating out of Helsinki and Stockholm, Chad brings a unique combination of Canadian and European commercial law experience and expertise.
Since returning to Canada, Chad has spent more than two decades advising businesses on commercial transactions, major projects, contracts, and cross-border matters. He has also served as the Honorary Consul of Finland since 2013, helping strengthen commercial and other connections between Finland and Canada. Chad’s consular jurisdiction was recently expanded to include the Northwest Territories.
The webinar will address topics including:
- Differentiating between the EU, Europe, Eurozone, and European Economic Area;
- CETA and what it can do for you;
- European contracts including governing law, payment, currency, intellectual property, disputes, enforcement, risk management, and more;
- What is the difference between agents and distributors and why that matters;
- Interactions between EU law and national law and how that impacts you as a business owner;
- Customs requirements;
- Value Added Tax (VAT) and how that impacts your pricing;
- European privacy rules and their application;
- European business culture; and
- When European counsel is needed, and when it isn’t.
No previous European business experience is required. This session is intended for Canadian business owners, founders, CEOs, CFOs, sales executives, manufacturers, exporters, and professional advisers who:
- Are considering Europe for expansion;
- Have been approached by a European customer;
- Are negotiating their first European contract;
- Are curious about whether their business is large enough to go international; or
- Simply want to know: Where do we start?
Furthermore, please bring questions as there will be an opportunity to ask Chad questions about practical issues Canadian companies may encounter when entering European markets.
Whether Europe is already part of your growth strategy or a European opportunity has simply landed in your inbox, this session is designed to help you understand what to investigate before you sign, ship, hire, or invest.
Registration is free.
A Microsoft Teams invitation will be provided to attendees via email 30 minutes before the session begins.
Reserve your place and learn how to approach your first European deal with your eyes open.
Chad Eggerman, B.A., LL.B., LL.M., PMP, is a Founding Partner of Procido LLP and a Canadian business lawyer whose practice includes commercial transactions, construction and major projects, procurement, cross-border trade and international business matters.
His work regularly puts him at the intersection of Canadian business, international commerce, and contract law.
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Disclaimer:
This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact Procido LLP (www.procido.com) if you require legal advice.