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8 must-have tips for creating stronger global business relationships through cultural awareness

What do you need to know to build trust, inspire respect and create long-lasting global business relationships with your trade partners around the world?

Sharon Schweitzer

Sharon Schweitzer, JD has been to over 60 countries on seven continents in her work and travels. She has over 20 years’ experience providing consulting and training to more than 100,000 attorneys and corporate executives in law firms and global corporations, including Global 2000 and Fortune 50 companies. Sharon’s early years as an employment attorney involved cultural dynamics between employees and management. She has delivered presentations and workshops for Charles University, Prague; The Ohio State University, and The University of Texas at Austin. Sharon speaks French and some Czech. She is a popular radio and TV guest as well as a sought-after conference speaker, columnist and blogger.

Like it or not, fracking is disrupting international trade flows

There is no doubt that the need for oil and gas has had an outsized influence in global geo-politics. But whether we like it or not, international trade flows are being disrupted by the fracking industry, effecting exporters around the world.

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.

Diana de la Huerta Gaston, CITP|FIBP – Trade Commissioner Assistant

Since becoming a Trade Commissioner Assistant, Diana has relentlessly pursued opportunities to train and educate herself, and views her new designation as proof that she has all of the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to stand out as a leading professional in her field.

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.

Global Business Analyst, Accessories – Michael Kors

The Global Business Analyst, Accessories will develop action plans based on sales performance trends across global business units (Wholesale, Retail, and International) to impact line-planning process and influence assortment strategies and product merchandising.

Director, Offshore Procurement – Loblaws

The Director, Offshore Procurement role is responsible for developing and executing offshore sourcing strategies that maximize margin and profitable sales for each Loblaw division.

3 ways emerging markets are aggressively re-shaping the international trade environment

According to the Monitor ICEF, while definitions and classifications of ‘emerging markets’ may vary, the general view is that the BRICS nations and a number of non-BRICS emerging markets will play a prominent role in shaping the new international trade environment.

Anna Biolik

Dr. Anna Biolik, Chief Executive Advisor and VP with the Allam Advisory Group is a former Canadian Ambassador and diplomat with over 30 years of public and private sectors experience in diplomacy, international commerce, trade policy, and international governmental affairs.

Here’s Why You Need to Recharge Your Go Global Strategy

Maybe the all too familiar refrain of last year’s uncertainty has dampened our competitive spirit as Canada realigns its economic identity.
However, there are strong reasons to remain genuinely optimistic about the major prospects of Canadian SMEs on the global stage in 2015.

Eric Agyemang

Eric Agyemang is the Founder and Managing Partner of Maple Bridge Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in game-changing immigrant founders. He previously worked with Export Development Canada (EDC) as a Strategic Partnership Manager. In that role, Eric led EDC’s strategic partnerships with Canada’s top innovation hubs and startup networks, including Startup Canada, MaRS, Communitech, Invest Ottawa, and ventureLAB. Additionally, he’s supported over 500 Canadian businesses expand internationally. Eric is a CITP holder and has a Certificate in Sustainable Finance from the University of Cambridge, an MBA from Queen's University, an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Ottawa, and an Advanced Business Administration diploma from Algonquin College. As a passionate community leader, and a champion for economic empowerment initiatives, Eric also serves as the President of Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO), a leading non-profit, providing comprehensive settlement and integration services to over 11,000 immigrants and refugees every year.

Corey Miller, CITP|FIBP – Principal

Corey Miller, CITP®|FIBP®, is the Principal of Definitive Growth Strategies, working with North American manufacturers to expand their sales in international markets.

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.

Global Trade Analyst – Choice Logistics

Company: Choice Logistics Position: Global Trade Analyst Location: New York, NY Description: Choice Logistics is currently seeking a talented and experienced professional to join our Global Trade…

Supply Chain Manager – Kobo

Company: Kobo Position: Supply Chain Manager Location: Toronto, ON Description: The Supply Chain Manager will have the responsibility of running our logistics, order fulfillment (B2B and B2C)…