{"id":35422,"date":"2026-02-26T14:54:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:24:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/?p=35422"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:54:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:24:33","slug":"gjepcs-4th-export-mentorship-program-prepares-new-entrants-for-global-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/gjepcs-4th-export-mentorship-program-prepares-new-entrants-for-global-markets\/","title":{"rendered":"GJEPC\u2019s 4th Export Mentorship Program Prepares New Entrants for Global Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"

The fourth edition of GJEPC\u2019s Export Mentorship Program (EMP) equips domestic gems and jewellery businesses with the capability to compete in global markets, writes Dr. Rashmi Arora, Economist, GJEPC<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) commenced the 4th batch of its Export Mentorship Program (EMP) with an orientation session on 19 January 2026, bringing together more than 85 participants for a one-month structured initiative aimed at converting industry members into export-ready enterprises. The programme, comprising 22 sessions, focuses on practical mentoring, policy awareness, and market alignment to strengthen India\u2019s gems and jewellery export ecosystem.<\/p>\n

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The Orientation session<\/strong> featured a detailed presentation of the programme\u2019s vision and framework by Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, who outlined the need to build a new generation of exporters from within the sector while bridging the gap between policy support mechanisms and industry-level export readiness. Participants were provided clarity on the programme structure, expected outcomes, and the conversion-focused approach adopted by the Council.<\/p>\n

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From Awareness to Exports<\/strong><\/p>\n

The EMP initiative is designed to move participants beyond theoretical understanding toward actual export conversion, aligned with India\u2019s national objective of achieving $2 trillion in exports by 2030. The programme aims to build product readiness, market readiness, compliance awareness, and confidence among participants to enter international markets. It also reflects the Council\u2019s role in connecting industry stakeholders with government policies, trade opportunities, and global buyer platforms.<\/p>\n

Program Structure and Training Framework<\/strong><\/p>\n

The EMP-4 program has been structured into multiple modules including product and market selection, export procedures and documentation, payment systems, trade finance, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), policy incentives, digital platforms, and buyer-connecting mechanisms.<\/p>\n

The program follows a phased approach beginning with knowledge sessions and progressing toward practical application and handholding for onboarding support for export platforms. Participants are guided through real-time exercises, documentation practices, and market analysis tools to ensure that the learning translates into actionable export strategies.<\/p>\n

Details of the One<\/strong>–Month Exporter Mentorship Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

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