EDC goes on ‘Let’s Talk Exports’ Tour

Export Development Canada is about to embark on their annual “Let’s Talk Exports” tour, and you won’t want to miss it.

Alex Barankevych

As Digital Marketing Specialist, Alex is the leader of FITT's digital strategy. With a background in international journalism and a passion for all things technology, Alex strives to bring top notch content to the FITT community.

Launch Logistics Specialist – SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Magali Bourdeilh, PACI|FPAI – Coordinator, Procurement and Transportation Logistics

Magali Bourdeilh, PACI|FPAI is the Coordinator, Procurement and Transportation Logistics for Mosaique Surface, a company specializing in custom stone mosaics.

Ewan Roy

I'm a Digital Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). My background is in writing and research, and I am passionate about communicating new ideas and telling stories that matter to you.

Canada’s service sector expertise is drastically undervalued

Canada’s service sector employs 80% of Canadians and accounts for more than 70% of Canada’s GDP, including many of our fastest growing exports.

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)

What if Trump wins? Implications for the U.S. and global economy

Donald Trump, now the favoured U.S. Republican contender for the presidential nomination, has surprised critics and galvanized middlebrow support with his ‘make America Great Again’ campaign rhetoric.

Gavin Luymes

Gavin Luymes is a freelance writer working for Ashton College, an accredited post-secondary institution offering focused, flexible education options for those wanting to upgrade their skills or change careers. When not writing, Gavin enjoys spending time on the slopes and in the hills.

What are service exports, and why are they suddenly so important?

Exports are a hot topic these days, but generally when people talk about exports, they are referring to product exports. Did you know, though, that the fastest growing type of exports is services?

Doris Nagel

Doris Nagel, CEO of Globalocity LLC, helps companies sustainably grow their distributor and other indirect channel sales. Globalocity’s 3 principals leverages nearly 100 years of channel management experience in 75 countries, improving analytics and recruitment, refining strategies, and implementing enhanced channel management skills and processes.

Olivier Canolle, PACI|FPAI – Business Development Manager

I have been a Business Development Manager for 7 years at SBB International, a small-medium company based in Terrebonne, QC with experience in international business and negotiation with both government and private entities.

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.