the Handmade committee Agyxport estimates that in 2022, the sector exported about $93,572.99, with a growth of 4 percent.
Part of its strategies to record 20% growth in 2023, is the regional fair NNew World Craft (NWC) International business and positioning platform for craftsmen, SMEs, entrepreneurs, designers and exporters.
During 16 editions, the members of the value chain have been able to put in them their products made by hand and with the techniques of their ancestors
Department stores and specialty markets around the world.
In the 2023 edition, which will take place from February 28 to March 1, at the Hotel Santo Domingo, in Antigua Guatemala, more than 80 micro, small and micro companies from Guatemala and Central America They will offer a wide range of bags, shoes, accessories, products for the home and personal items, and even unique Christmas collections.
“We will have the presence of more than 100 buyers from the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico and Chile, among other countries, who will be able to appreciate articles made by the hands of artisans who use materials from textiles and wood,” said Lucrecia de González, President of the New World platform. Craft: “Ceramics, natural fibers, leather, mustachella, blown glass, even recycled materials, a chandelier, among others.”
Specialized conferences for the handicraft sector
The sector has prepared a series of conferences with international experts, including:
* Sabrina Eiken, consultant with international experience in the UK, US and Latin America with the theme “Global Trends 2023 in Home Décor for the Handmade Sector”.
* Kessa Laxton Product Designer and Developer with the purpose of delivering “Product Design and Development, Mastering Your Creative Process”
* Lorena Moreno, International Fashion Business Consultant, will participate in the conference “Mexico is an ally for the export of handmade”.
In addition, a discussion will be held on “International fairs related to the handicraft sector” with the support of TFO CANADA.
To register for these and other conferences, you must enter the following link:
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