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Wednesday 29th Oct 2025

How to go global without the headaches | Finance beyond borders

How to go global without the headaches | Finance beyond borders
Mike Wilson
Mike Wilson
Go Exporting Ltd

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Date:Wed 29th Oct 2025
Time:12:00 - 12:30

Thinking about international expansion, or just curious about what it takes?

We know this can often feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This session, led by our expert speaker Mike Wilson, is designed to help founders and small business owners explore new markets with confidence and without the stress and complexity that often comes with it.

From testing demand to managing cross-border payments and logistics, Mike will break down the practical steps to understand what's involved in expanding internationally and how to do it efficiently.

You'll also learn how Airwallex helps SMEs expand faster by simplifying cross-border payments, helping you set up quickly in new markets and offering better FX rates through multi-currency accounts and local payouts – all in one platform.

Topics covered in this session

  • How to explore new markets with minimal upfront investment
  • Managing multiple currencies and payments seamlessly
  • Ket logistics, compliance, and partner considerations
  • How Airwallex simplifies global operations for SMEs
This webinar is part of a series for Finance Beyond Borders, a brand new learning programme from Airwallex and Enterprise Nation, desgined to help small businesses simplify global finance and unlock international growth. 

About the speaker

Mike is CEO of the specialist export consultancy, Go Exporting, which successfully helps companies to expand into new international markets. This includes working with the International Labour Organisation to assess the export readiness of companies in developing countries. Mike has over 30 years of experience establishing, managing and growing successful businesses in the UK and internationally in various industries. 

Previously, Mike has been the MD of his own small business and worked for large multinationals at Director level. 

Who should attend?

This session is ideal for founders preparing to expand internationally, businesses actively testing new markets or selling across borders and operators looking to streamline global finance and logistics.

Whether you're exploring global opportunities for the first time or seeking smarter ways to manage international operations, this webinar will provide practical insights to help you scale with confidence and clarity.

About Finance Beyond Borders

The Finance Beyond Borders programme is a free learning series for ambitious founders who want to cut international costs, simplify money management and unlock global growth.

The programme will help to provide a sharper understanding of how to scale internationally and time-saving tips and tools that make global finance easier to manage. Additionally, you'll receive advice you can act on quickly and gain a financial edge, putting you ahead of competitors still relying on outdated systems.

Sign up now and start building a stronger, scalable finance stack with Airwallex.

Bonus

Sign-up to our free three-day Scale Stronger email course for a chance to win one of two £1,000 cash grants and one-to-one support from a business adviser.

If you have any questions you'd like to ask during the webinar, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com.

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Mike Wilson
Mike Wilson
Go Exporting Ltd
 
About Mike Wilson Mike Wilson is CEO of the specialist export consultancy, Go Exporting, which successfully helps companies to expand into new international markets. This includes working with the International Labour Organisation to assess the export readiness of companies in developing countries.  Previously Mike has been the MD of his own small businesses and worked for large multinationals at Director level.  Previous roles include: Managing Director of Uvalight and Oxide Executive Director for EMEA for Ennis Flint Zone Manager Europe & North Africa for Vega Industries Mike has over 30 years of experience establishing, managing and growing successful businesses in the UK and internationally in various industries. Based in the North West and open to supporting businesses across the UK Mike's mentoring experience Mike has over 30 years experience of working in sme businesses at a senior level. He has several years of experience providing mentoring as a service to clients, including supporting them to start businesses from scratch through to exporting worldwide. He is excited to use his experience and expertise in starting and managing businesses to support entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.  Mike has also recently undertaken training with the Association of Business Mentors.  How can Mike help your business? Mike can help you set up and plan your business, develop your strategy, look for the best opportunities at home and abroad, understand the implications of Brexit and how to import and export. He has experience across a multitude of sectors from consumer goods to heavy industry. Mike will be an eager listener to your thoughts, plans, strategies and concerns. He will ask questions to provoke your thought process to make the best decisions and head down the right path. He will be as passionate about your success as you are but able to provide an objective view when needed. 
 

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