Overcoming Barriers to International Trade: A Conversation with Lesley Batchelor CBE

In this episode - Our host Stuart Broadley speaks with Lesley Batchelor CBE, renowned export champion and former Director General of the Institute of Export & International Trade. Together, they discuss lessons from Survive and Thrive research, the need for long-term strategies over short-term targets, the role of government and policy in enabling exporters, and the importance of passion and persistence in building global success. Drawing on decades of experience supporting businesses across the globe, Lesley shares her insights into why developing new international markets remains one of the most underused yet essential growth strategies for energy companies. Listen now and learn why international trade should be at the heart of any company’s growth journey.What Is the EIC? The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is one of the world’s largest energy trade associations. As a not-for-profit organisation, it supports more than 950 member companies involved in the global energy value chain. EIC operatesinternationally, with offices in London, Kuala Lumpur, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, Dubai, and soon, Berlin.It is energy agnostic, supporting all parts of the energy sector. From mature renewable onshore and offshore sectors like wind, solar and hydropower; to grid infrastructure and large nuclear; to hydrocarbon sectors like oil & gas, LNG, FPSO, decommissioning, upstream, midstream and downstream; to emerging low-carbon sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture, CCUS, energy storage, BESS, biofuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuels), and geothermal.EIC provides a wide range of services, including access to global market intelligence, CAPEX and OPEX project data, consulting support, events, business development opportunities, and advocacy. It also facilitates connections with key decision-makers and policymakers in the energy sector worldwide.Stay Connected with EICLearn more about the EICExplore EIC membership ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the EIC on LinkedIn

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