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Using the latest location tracking technology to tackle supply chain disruption

Investing in location tracking technology is one way businesses can help build supply chain resilience to protect operations and 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.

FITT celebrates 30-year anniversary with $30,000 contribution to the Canadian business community

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is thrilled to be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. However, this milestone comes at a time when businesses are still reeling from a global pandemic and finding a “new normal”. With the “great resignation” and a labour market also in flux, there is a critical need for upskilling as employees switch jobs and employers struggle to fill them. To help during these times, FITT is contributing a total of $30,000 in international business training for employees of companies that are seeking to expand their global footprint in 2022.

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

A primer on e-commerce and why your business should be there

  Technology, especially the Internet, has transformed how business is conducted in both domestic and international markets. In 2011, the number of digital buyers worldwide…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

Volunteers have vital roles in FITT programs and initiatives – let’s celebrate them!

FITT engaged more than 200 individuals in volunteer roles over the past year, helping us develop our educational content, offering skilled and objective assessment in certification and accreditation, and providing mentorship and guidance and more.

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.

6 SME business owners talk about the impacts of training and certification on their businesses

Real SME business owners tell us how FITTskills courses and earning the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation impacted their ventures and their personal careers. Here’s what 6 of them had to say.

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.

Three global trade mentors tell us how we can “Break The Bias” on International Women’s Day

Though progress is being made every day, women in global trade roles face bias and discrimination as part of their jobs. So, how can we create real change and finally #BreakTheBias?

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.

FITT reaches a momentous anniversary 30 years in the making

This year marks a historic milestone for FITT: It will be our 30th anniversary, marking an incredible journey for our organization. We began with a…

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

FITT completes six-month pilot of virtual global mentorship program

As FITT’s pilot mentorship program reached a successful culmination in November 2021, we bring you the thoughts and reactions of the participants and the planning team on the experience and its impact on their personal and professional lives.

Meghana Joshi

I am the Email Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training. My background is in content marketing, copywriting, research and creative writing. I am passionate about my craft and enjoy creating content that attracts, impacts and resonates with my audience.

Best of 2021: Our top 10 most popular international business articles from the past year

2021 is almost over so we’re taking the opportunity to look back at our top 10 most popular international business articles from the past year….

FITT Team

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is the standards, certification and training body dedicated to providing international business training, resources and professional certification to individuals and businesses. Created by business for business, FITT’s international business training solutions are the standard of excellence for global trade professionals around the world.

Global value chains: From fruitful discussions to meaningful actions

Global value chains (GVCs) have been at the center of attention in both business and policy spheres around the globe for the past two years….

Juan Navarro, CITP|FIBP

Juan Navarro is an Associate Faculty at Royal Roads University, the Director and Principal Researcher at CMX Partnerships and a former economist of the Mexican Central Bank. He is an active member of the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance, the Canadian International Council and the Forum for International Trade Training. He is the founding president of the Society of Mexican Talent in British Columbia and a recognized Business mentor at Futurpreneur Canada. He has collaborated with international organizations such as the World Bank Group, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the APEC Business Advisory Council. Juan can be reached at juan.navarro@cmxpartnerships.com.