How to succeed in Africa by choosing partnership over corruption

There is no doubt that the continent of Africa is a land rich in opportunities for international businesses. With an abundance of natural resources, some of the world’s fastest growing economies, and booming demand for technological growth, it’s not hard to see why businesses look to succeed in Africa.

Richard Bistrong

Richard Bistrong is CEO of Front-Line Anti-Bribery LLC. He consults, writes and speaks about compliance issues from his experience as an international sales VP and conviction for violating the FCPA, where he pleaded guilty, cooperated with international law enforcement, and served fourteen and a half months in prison. He can be reached via his website, twitter and e-mail at richardtbistrong@gmail.com

Gather strong competitive intelligence to maximize your profitability in international markets

Competitive intelligence keeps a company informed about critical issues that might influence its profitability and ability to compete in the marketplace. It also enables decision makers to make more effective planning decisions.

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.

Report predicts major boom in U.S. trade from growing Asian economies

The United States stands to benefit in trade from the growth of Asian economies such as Vietnam and Korea, British bank HSBC said in a report in late May. U.S. trade is expected to benefit strongly from an uptick in growth in China, Vietnam, India, and other countries in Asia.

Jacqueline Côté

I am a working journalist, with experience as SNL Financial’s Canadian correspondent for its Mining and Metals vertical. I also served as the Managing Editor for Central Asia Newswire – covering daily economic and investment news in the region – as well as Features Editor for the Washington-based Magharebia.com, which covers developments in the North Africa region. I have been published in The Montreal Gazette, The Guardian (UK), The New Statesman (UK), Red Pepper (UK), Geopolitical Monitor and CNN.com.

Stagiaire, Division Afrique Francophone – CPCS

CPCS est à la recherche d’un stagiaire en appui à la réalisation de ses mandats et le développement des affaires pour sa division de l’Afrique francophone. Le poste sera à temps plein pour une durée de 4 à 8 mois et sera basé à Ottawa.

How I am leveraging my education and experience for trade impact

I first became interested in trade during my time at business school in the Netherlands. The experience opened my eyes to many of the non-tariff barriers that enterprises face in reaching export markets and how businesses from a “small country” can actively participate in international trade. Now I am leveraging my experience and education for trade impact.

Craig Atkinson, CITP

Craig Atkinson is the Founder and Director of Lexmerca International Trade and a Trade Development Specialist with the International Trade Centre (ITC), the joint agency of the United Nations (UN) and the World Trade Organization (WTO). Active in the field of digital trade, Craig participates in projects with multiple international organizations, academic institutions, technology foundations, and standards bodies. Academically, he is a Non-Resident Fellow with the World Trade Institute (WTI) as well as a Research Affiliate with the Singapore Management University (SMU) Centre for AI and Data Governance and the SMU Centre for Computational Law. Professionally, Craig has been a FITT Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) since 2011.

Senior Manager FCC Sanctions – HSBC

Reporting to the Head of Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Sanctions, the Senior Manager FCC Sanctions will implement the Trade, Economic and Financial Sanctions and global risk management framework to meet legislative and regulatory requirements within Canada.

Associate Foreign Trade and Compliance Specialist – Teleflex

The Associate Foreign Trade and Compliance Specialist position provides support to the North America Trade Compliance Manager and is responsible for ensuring that the importing and exporting activities of Teleflex Medical Incorporated and related companies doing business in the U.S., across all product and business units, comply with U.S. laws and regulations.

5 effective strategies for building successful emerging market partnerships

It takes two to tango, and (at least) two parties to make an emerging markets deal. To set the stage for successful emerging market partnerships, there is a lot of work that has to be done.

Sara Haq

Sara is Principal of SH International LLC, which expands businesses through emerging market deals, ventures, and initiatives. She has extensive on-the-ground emerging markets business experience across Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, Central Asia and South Asia. She is a sharp negotiator and takes pride in being both business savvy and street smart. She speaks six major world languages: French, Spanish, Arabic, Turkish, Hindi/Urdu, and her native English.

Is the TPP deal another “Giant Sucking Sound” or a path to 21st century shared prosperity?

Despite their loss in Congress this week, the vigorous opposition to TPP will continue when the actual treaty is finalized and presented to Congress for ratification. Is the TPP deal another giant sucking sound as former presidential candidate Ross Perot called the NAFTA agreement?

Susie Yovic Hoeller, CITP|FIBP

Susan (“Susie”) Yovic Hoeller has been practicing international business and regulatory law for over three decades. Susie was born in Chicago and raised in Montreal. She has represented Fortune 100 companies, middle market companies, and start ups while living in Chicago, Dallas and NW Arkansas. She is currently located in Tampa, Florida.

Kiran Sharma, CITP|FIBP – Job Cost Administrator

With over a decade of experience working with international clients and managing business finances, Kiran is committed to excellence in her work and continuing to develop her career as a Job Cost Administrator.

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.