Within the framework of the initiative Mayors for eTrade Ecuador of USAID and eTrade Alliance , with the coordination of the eCommerce Institute , a complete Acceleration and Training Program is offered focused on acquiring the skills and resources that MSMEs need to internationalize sales through Global marketplaces and reach new markets.
EBay, DHL and Mastercard partners of this Program will provide qualifying companies with benefits and incentives to accelerate their cross-border operations.
The Mayors for eTrade Ecuador initiative in its phase 1 allows between 50 and 75 MIPYMES carefully selected and ready for electronic export to enter the Amazon and eBay markets, sell especially in the US market and access logistics solutions and cross-border payments.
Until October 31, 2021, the call to apply for Scholarships is open: women, artisans, rural areas and other minorities are encouraged to participate.
Interested parties may apply for the following proposals:
1) Amazon Seller Onboarding:
Training is offered by the eCommerce Institute.
Training provided by the eCommerce Institute is offered
Modality: live online course with hands-on format in order to implement in real time the necessary configurations to operate on Amazon.
Duration: 1 month, 2 times a week. Start November 22
Requirements: Medium and large Ecuadorian companies that are “e-export ready” with established online stores, ideally with experience in exporting.
Topics to talk about:
- Cross-Border Trade, Payment Methods, International Logistics, Customs.
- How to Research, Develop, and Sell in New Markets
- Development of an International Marketing Plan
- How to sell globally on Amazon
- How to Dominate Online Advertising in Amazon’s Global Marketplaces
1) eBay Seller Onboarding
Join the eBay New Business Development Program!
Personalized training is offered by an eBay representative, and is focused on training companies in the correct use of the platform, best practices and sales growth within it.
Modality: online course with hands-on format in order to put into practice in real time the necessary configurations to operate on eBay.
Requirements: Ecuadorian companies that are “e-export ready” with established online stores, ideally with experience in exporting, and at least 5 products in one of the following categories with the greatest potential on eBay *:
- Art and antiques
- Business & Industrial
- Cameras and Photos
- Cell Phones and Accessories
- Coins and bills
- Collectibles
- Computers, Tablets and Network Hardware
- Entertainment Memorabilia
- Jewelry and watches
- Sports memorabilia
- Videogames and Consoles
- Auto and Truck Parts
- handicrafts
- Food
- Beauty
* Each case will be evaluated to see if it meets the conditions and requirements to be part of the eBay New Business Development Program.
