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As Halloween spreads around the world, importers and exporters sport Jack-o-lantern grins

Halloween has grown into a big business. Primarily celebrated in the United States, Canada and Ireland, the holiday is gaining popularity in places like China, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. Consumers are spending more and more each year on costumes, decorations and candy, boosting global import, export and retail revenues.

Jennifer Nesbitt

Jennifer Nesbitt is a New York-based freelance copywriter. A former journalist and graduate of Penn State University, Jennifer now writes about a variety of topics, including business, technology and marketing. She is passionate about helping companies develop their brands by providing compelling copy that adds value to their online presence.

The 8 most important trading nations who aren’t WTO members

While WTO members receive lower tariffs, fewer trade barriers and WTO trade mediation, many important nations are still striving to earn these benefits.

Bennett O'Brien

Bennett O'Brien is a freelance writer from the state of Massachusetts in the United States. He holds a bachelor's degree from Westfield State University, and graduated cum laude. Currently he is expanding his freelance writing career, and enjoying the opportunity to write on a variety of business topics.

Pricing Intern – Kuehne + Nagel

Company: Kuehne + Nagel Position: Pricing Intern Location: New York, NY Description: Kuehne + Nagel has over 100 branches and distribution centers located throughout the US. Many of…

Logistics Specialist – SNC-Lavalin

Company: SNC-Lavalin Position: Logistics Specialist Location: Mississauga, ON Description: SNC-Lavalin is looking for a Logistics Specialist who will be responsible for compliance with Export and Import Permits…

Hiwot Regasa, CITP|FIBP – Student Liaison

Hiwot came to Calgary as an international student pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration degree at Mount Royal University. At MRU, she had the opportunity to study and work with other international students, which amplified her interest in international business.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

Think there’s nothing sexy about the supply chain industry? This podcast will convince you otherwise

Supply chain executives from all over the world are kicking butt and taking names, and you need to be at the forefront of these discussions or risk being left behind in the supply chain dust.

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, CITP|FIBP

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, CITP|FIBP, is the founder and CEO of Victoryus Inc, a Supply Chain consulting firm. Sarah stands at the forefront of international trade with expertise in the global logistics industry, working with the private sector to build, develop and increase efficiencies in their supply chains. She has spent the past 20 years working in logistics and supply chain, most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing for ICECORP Logistics Inc, a privately owned 3PL.

High fives aren’t enough to build meaningful international business relationships

Meaningful exchanges with other cultures will always be based on the careful development of international business relationships on a personal level.

Ennio Vita-Finzi, CITP|FIBP

Ennio Vita-Finzi is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) and was a Trade Commissioner in Europe, Latin America and the US as well as President of the Canadian Council for the Americas during NAFTA negotiations. He has been a multinational executive and entrepreneur and is now a College lecturer, keynote speaker, and author based in Montreal. (e.vita-finzi@sympatico.ca)