3 historical empires that had a strong impact on global trade
The seeds of global trade were actually sown far in the past – in empires that once ruled the world.
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What you need to know about expanding your business into Cuba
While news of improving U.S.-Cuba relations has dominated headlines in recent months, there are still many legal hurdles to overcome. If you’re thinking about expanding your business into Cuba, you’ll want these latest updates on U.S. trade policy.
Carolina Vasquez, CITP|FIBP – Export Coordinator
Carolina Vasquez, CITP|FIBP, is an Export Coordinator with Teknion Limited, a designer and manufacturer of office designs, furniture and accessories, in Toronto, ON.
David A. Shaw, CITP|FIBP – Senior Advisor
David Shaw, Senior Advisor at Saudi Telecom Company, has held the CITP®|FIBP® designation for over 15 years, dating back to the early days of FITT.
Africa is open for business, but is your business open in Africa?
Africa is open for business and ripe with opportunities, but they go largely untapped by North American firms, which have been hesitant to enter markets where their European and Asian competitors are already doing business – and profiting from it.
The new generation of talented global business pros; 2014 FITT Education Award Winners
This year’s FITT Education Award winners are a talented group of individuals, among whom there are mentors, passionate social activists, and driven global business dynamos, all ready to take the industry by storm.
5 practical trade compliance steps that will save you time and money in global business
Too often, companies train employees on trade compliance as if it is an annoying bundle of red tape that will inevitably hold up operations. Employees are taught that trade compliance is a hurdle they are forced to jump through once they are ready to get a job done. These 5 practical trade compliance steps could save your company some serious time and money.
Christopher Doré, CITP|FIBP – Business Educator and Entrepreneur
Chris is a professor of International Marketing, Business Presentation, and Entrepreneurship in the School of Business at Algonquin College in Ottawa, Ontario.
3 unexpected cultural differences that required adapting my business tactics
Learning about other cultures before attempting a business relationship can make all the difference between success and failure in that venture, and help you avoid unexpected cultural differences.
Profit, People, Planet for sustainability. Does your company have all the bottom lines covered?
While the traditional bottom line will always remain a crucial part of business, some companies are expanding their view and building their business to focus on the Triple bottom line (3BL/TPL): Profit, People and Planet.