"Shanghai Trade Fair?"
“Yes!” Even through the phone line, Fu Wan could feel Zhang Xiaoqing’s beaming face.
She continued excitedly, "As you should know, since the economic opening up, Shanghai has become the center of industry and commerce in the country."
In recent years, Shanghai has held several trade fairs. I read about them in the newspapers back then; factory director, the crowds were absolutely unbelievable!
Recalling her reports on the Shanghai trade fair a few years ago, Zhang Xiaoqing spoke at length.
As the economic and commercial center of China, Shanghai is undoubtedly the city with the fastest economic vitality, and trade fairs are one of the means by which the local government, in conjunction with chambers of commerce, promotes economic development.
Since 1982, the Shanghai Trade Fair has broken geographical restrictions and allowed companies from other provinces and cities to participate, which has made the products on the fair very diverse.
Zhang Xiaoqing first saw the Shanghai Light Industry Fair in the newspaper in 1982. At that time, she had just transferred to the sales department, and she still vividly remembers the prosperous scene described in the newspaper.
The car factory's customers came from all over the world, and Zhang Xiaoqing met this female leader from Shanghai through work.
Just now, her Shanghai client mentioned last year's trade fair in Shanghai. Unlike previous years, last year's Shanghai trade fair was called the "East China Export Commodities Fair".
Just from the name, you can tell that the customers at that trade fair were not only Chinese business owners, but also a lot of foreigners.
Exporting goods and making a fortune from foreigners is the dream of every Chinese business owner.
Because the transaction went well, the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce plans to hold another one in May.
Zhang Xiaoqing's client was a member of the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce.
She had heard Zhang Xiaoqing mention that she had switched to the food industry, and then she mentioned that there were quite a few small food products at last year's trade fair, but unfortunately, not many foreigners were interested in them.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaoqing immediately gave a enthusiastic recommendation of the food factory's products. After thinking for a moment, the comrade suggested that she sign up for the upcoming trade fair.
So as soon as the call ended, Zhang Xiaoqing looked up some relevant information and, after deciding that the matter was feasible, immediately called Fu Wan.
"Factory manager, if we want to open up the market for our food products, this trade fair is a great opportunity!"
Fu Wan agreed with this statement and did not object to participating in the trade fair.
They were even very supportive.
"Sister Zhang, have you asked about the requirements for participating in the trade fair?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaoqing realized there was hope and hurriedly retrieved her notes from her recent conversation with the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce.
"To participate in this trade fair, you must have relevant quality inspection certificates and pay the booth fee."
Booth fees vary depending on the location, ranging from fifty to two hundred yuan per day.
"one day?"
Fu Wan was surprised. As expected of Shanghai, just one booth there costs several months or even a year's salary for an ordinary person.
Zhang Xiaoqing also thought it was a bit expensive, but she was afraid that Fu Wan would disagree, so she suggested, "How about we rent the cheapest one?"
Fu Wan shook her head, then remembered that Zhang Xiaoqing was blind.
She added, "There's no need to save money on this. We're already going, so we should rent the best."
"Paying the booth fee alone probably won't be enough for this location. Sister Zhang, could you talk to that person and offer them a small favor to help arrange a better spot?"
Zhang Xiaoqing was instantly enlightened.
Right, how could she forget that? China has always been a society based on personal connections. A booth costing two hundred yuan may seem expensive, but if it's effective, you can earn it back with just one order.
With such a popular trade fair, the demand for booths is probably far from meeting the demand. If you don't bring gifts, even food factories might have trouble getting a spot!
At this moment, Fu Wan spoke again, instructing Zhang Xiaoqing, "Sister Zhang, I'm leaving this matter to you. I'll give you the money later."
In addition, to earn money from foreigners, you'll need export rights. You could ask around about getting one, or we could find an agency later.
"However, I still prefer to get an export operating right certificate, which is a one-step solution. Once the export trade channel is opened, we will have more and more opportunities to participate in trade fairs in the future."
As Zhang Xiaoqing listened, she took notes. Since one person couldn't possibly handle all of this, Fu Wan suggested that she go to the cannery to discuss it with Wang Jianmin, and then have Fu Jian run errands for her.
After thinking for a moment, Zhang Xiaoqing asked, "Factory Director, if the food factory is participating, should the canned food factory also register?"
"No need, just submit one. I'll call Uncle Wang later and ask him to change the packaging of the canned goods. The Five Star Canned Food Factory and the Food Factory will be merged into the Five Star Group. You can submit the application under the name of the Five Star Group, and then we can take the goods from the canned food factory and the food factory to Shanghai together."
Oh, and don't forget to apply for the export operating rights certificate under the name of the Five Star Group. The business scope must include all products from the cannery and food factories.
Zhang Xiaoqing readily agreed. Having worked in management for several years, she had long suspected that Fu Wan would one day merge the two factories.
Since they're both in the food industry and have the same owner, sometimes merging management can save a lot of trouble.
After finishing her call with Zhang Xiaoqing, Fu Wan called the cannery again.
Besides talking about the trade fair, he also instructed Wang Jianmin and Fu Jian to do their best to cooperate with Zhang Xiaoqing to prepare for the trade fair.
The two phone calls lasted for more than half an hour. The old village chief went back to have a meal before Fu Wan hung up the phone and prepared to pay and leave.
"Wan, you're all smiles. Is there good news from the factory again?"
Fu Wan smiled without saying a word. The trade fair was not yet confirmed, but the matter had already been secretly accomplished. She understood this principle.
"Village Chief, I can't laugh unless there's good news. I see you laughing too, did you sneak a drink at noon?"
Old Village Chief Fu instinctively felt guilty, "You little brat, keep your voice down! If your grandma hears me, I'll definitely get a scolding again!"
Fu Wan was amused by his appearance and was about to say goodbye and leave when Old Village Chief Fu remembered something else.
"By the way, you received more than one phone call today. There was another call before that woman called!"
He's getting old; he'd completely forgotten about it!
Village Chief Fu found the phone number he had just written down, and Fu Wan saw that it was the shipyard's phone number.
Could it be that his own big ship is finally finished?
She hurriedly dialed the number, and fortunately, the shipyard had a dedicated person in charge of the phone line. Fu Wan didn't have to wait long before the other end answered the phone.
"Hello, this is the county shipyard. Who are you looking for?"
"Hello, I am Fu Wan from Fujia Village. I heard you called me this morning. May I ask what it was about?"
Upon hearing that the caller was from Fujia Village, the operator immediately realized what was going on and her tone became much warmer in a more businesslike manner.
"It's Comrade Fu! Hello! We're calling to inform you that your new ship has been built. When would be a convenient time for you to come and complete the formalities?"
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