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What did I miss on CETA? Catching up on the most recent information

Here’s an overview of all of the most important information you need to know about CETA since the EU Parliament vote in February, and how you can benefit.

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.

How joining a community of international trade professionals helped build my global business

My journey toward learning the ropes of international trade began when I was introduced to the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) and its community of international trade professionals by a peer who is a successful Certified International trade Professional (CITP).

Dorota Osowska

Dorota Osowska is a co-founder and consultant for Linkus Global Inc., a full-service import/export brokerage and consulting company specializing in natural food products and ingredients from the Amazon.

Export diversity beyond U.S. is key to long-term profitability for Canadian manufacturers

Even before it was clear that a sentiment of protectionism would inform the new U.S. administration’s trade policy, Canadian manufacturers identified the need to diversify exports beyond America.

Jeff Brownlee

Jeff Brownlee is head of Ottawa-based RainMaker Media and is a senior consultant to RandallAnthony Communications, service provider to Export Development Canada’s Exportwise.ca magazine. Previously, Brownlee served as VP of Public Affairs & Partnerships at Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, and as a federal government press secretary for the Hon. John Manley, PC OC.

These should be the first steps in planning any supply chain

Planning any supply chain should start with knowledge of the company’s business plan and objectives.

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.

How can Canadian SMEs benefit from free trade agreements anyway?

For all the talk on free trade agreements, it can be hard to find SME-friendly information on how companies can benefit from them.

Tanita Alexandridis

On EDC’s Advisory Services team, Tanita Alexandridis, CITP, directs Canadian companies to the wealth of resources and services that exist to help them gather market intelligence, enter their target markets, and mitigate some of the risks of exporting. She also contributes articles to My StartUp Canada, a resource for new entrepreneurs in Canada.

Will there really be a China-U.S. trade war?

Trump’s attacks on China’s economic policies, and his threats against Chinese imports, have led to widespread speculation of a China US trade war.

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.

New trade taxes may be coming – here’s how you could be affected

President Trump is considering, among other trade taxes, a new Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) – here’s what we know, and how you can curtail its impact.

Jen Diaz and Taylor Jones

Jennifer Diaz is the founder of Diaz Trade Law, a law firm specializing in Customs and International trade law. Jennifer regularly assists clients with issues relating to the import and export of merchandise to and from the United States and expediting supply chains with robust pre-compliance programs. Ms. Diaz is an expert in working with the many Federal agencies that regulate trade, including the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Ms. Diaz is the editor of the prominent Customs and International Trade Law Blog, and author of the Top 10 Tips When Importing/Exporting. Email Jennifer (info@diaztradelaw.com) for your free copy today. Taylor Jones is a native of Roanoke, Virginia, with a B.A. in International Affairs from George Washington University. She is currently a 2017 Juris Doctorate Candidate.

Eliminating NAFTA might bring back jobs, but at what cost?

With Trump’s promises to bring manufacturing back and possibly eliminate NAFTA, there is a lot of speculation regarding whether this means outsourced jobs will be coming back from Mexico. Perhaps, but at what price?

Rosemary Coates

Ms. Coates is the Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute and the President of Blue Silk Consulting, a Global Supply Chain consulting firm. She is a best-selling author of: 42 Rules for Sourcing and Manufacturing in China and Legal Blacksmith - How to Avoid and Defend Supply Chain Disputes Ms. Coates lives in Silicon Valley and has worked with over 80 clients worldwide. She is also an Expert Witness for legal cases involving global supply chain matters. She is passionate about Reshoring.