20/04/2016
Suzanne Cascanette, CITP|FIBP – Senior National Customs Consultant
Suzanne’s career in global business began at a very early age. Before she was even old enough to vote in a federal election, she was already working for a customs broker.
News
19/04/2016
U.S. outlines problematic barriers with major trade partners
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative released its National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers earlier this month, outlining trade issues which are unresolved and deemed detrimental to U.S. companies and interests.
18/04/2016
4 big trade show takeaways I learned from attending GLOBE 2016
I have recently returned from GLOBE 2016, North America’s largest and longest-running conference and exposition dedicated to business innovation for the planet. What are the trade show takeaways you can apply for your next event?
15/04/2016
What does the future of Agri-Trade hold?
At FITT we had a burning question: What does the future hold for the international trade in agriculture products?
15/04/2016
3 of the biggest historical wars fought over trade
War is always an ugly thing, regardless of the causes or the outcomes. Here are the biggest, most famous wars (and some honourable mentions) in modern history fought over the control of trade routes and commodities, and their impacts on global trade.
14/04/2016
Top 5 tips for international entrepreneurs from on the ground in China
With the ups and downs of being a young “Laowai” (outsider), I’ve been on a steep learning curve in what I consider to be a pretty unique combo of business experiences. Here’s what other international entrepreneurs interested in the Chinese market can learn from them.
14/04/2016
Canadian blanket ban on trade with Iran lifted but serious restrictions remain
Canada originally imposed economic sanctions against Iran in response to its nuclear proliferation program. As a result of the application of these sanctions, there was an effective blanket prohibition on trade with Iran.
13/04/2016
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP – Business Development Manager
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP is a Business Development Manager at First National Financial, where he manages a large book of mortgage brokers.
12/04/2016
4 lessons to improve your global business partnerships
A dispute between a North American chain store and an Asian exporter contains valuable lessons for your next global business partnership negotiations.
11/04/2016
Why services are the fastest growing exports worldwide – and are about to gain momentum
According to the International Trade Centre (the joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations), service exports grew 27% worldwide between 2010 and 2014.