The Department for International Trade (DIT) has launched a podcast series to showcase the stories of some of the country’s leading entrepreneurs and businesses.

Local to Global is presented by Nick Hewer, known for his time as one of Lord Sugar’s advisers on The Apprentice and presenter of Channel 4’s Countdown.

The first episode in the six-part series will be free to download from today and will shine a spotlight on each business’s exporting journey, delving into their successes and failures whilst also sharing strategies and tips for those looking to sell overseas.

“Whether you’re starting a brand-new company or are looking to expand, selling overseas can make a huge impact in terms of increasing the sales, profitability and sustainability of your business,” said Minister of State for Trade and Export Promotion Baroness Fairhead.

“The exporting journey is not always without challenges, so the Exporting is GREAT podcast series aims to make potential exporters aware of the support available as well as the opportunities and benefits, making them more confident about taking the leap into overseas markets.”

The UK fashion and textile industry exports more than £9bn worth of goods every year.

Export is a fundamental part of UKFT’s activities, offering business advice and support to fashion and textile exporters with their business strategy.

UKFT provides grants through DIT’s tradeshow access programme (TAP) for more than 700 companies to show overseas each year.

To find out more, read on here.