How a ‘Brexit’ could affect the UK’s trade with North America

Supporters of the so-called “Brexit” say that continental Europe’s economic upheavals are holding back the British economy, while opponents contend that abandoning the EU could discourage investment in the UK market and lead to a recession.

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.

Joonmo Yang, CITP|FIBP – Assistant Manager

Joonmo Yang, CITP|FIBP is an Assistant Manager with Younglim Corporation, a forestry import/export company located in South Korea.

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.

Safaa Al-Shammari, CITP|FIBP – International Business Instructor and Entrepreneur

Safaa Al-Shammari is always on the lookout for new international business opportunities. His varied international trade background includes roles with companies in Iraq, Dubai, and Canada.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Strategist 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.

Manager or leader: which one best describes you?

Managers and leaders are both important, but you need to know which one you are to maximize your usefulness. So which are you: manager or leader?

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.

5 important but often overlooked tips for business travel in Latin America

I took up the challenge to focus on the less obvious tips and tricks that will make your next business travel to Latin America smoother and more valuable.

Gabriela Castro-Fontoura

Gabriela Castro-Fontoura is Director at Sunny Sky Solutions (www.sunnyskysolutions.com), supporting overseas companies across Latin America. Gabriela specialises in market research, distributor recruitment, soft-landing and trade missions across the region, from her base in Montevideo, Uruguay.

10 questions you should ask for your foreign market expansion strategy

Once you decide to pursue foreign market expansion, the next step is to gather as much market intelligence about international market environment and determine the best course of action.

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.

Suzanne Cascanette, CITP|FIBP – Senior National Customs Consultant

Suzanne’s career in global business began at a very early age. Before she was even old enough to vote in a federal election, she was already working for a customs broker.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Strategist 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.

Top 5 tips for international entrepreneurs from on the ground in China

With the ups and downs of being a young “Laowai” (outsider), I’ve been on a steep learning curve in what I consider to be a pretty unique combo of business experiences. Here’s what other international entrepreneurs interested in the Chinese market can learn from them.

Rob Pidduck

Rob Pidduck lived in Ningbo importing, consulting and teaching training courses for nearly five years. He recently started his PhD in Entrepreneurship and is now primarily based in the US but still consults to Chinese firms and works on export projects.