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How can Canadian SMEs take advantage of CETA?

To explore the new opportunities presented by CETA, we asked some Canadian trade experts to share their take in this month’s #TradeElite Twitter chat.

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.

What is the RCEP and how could it affect global trade?

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP, is a proposed trade deal that would involve 16 countries, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region.

Bennett O'Brien

Bennett O'Brien is a freelance writer from the state of Massachusetts in the United States. He holds a bachelor's degree from Westfield State University, and graduated cum laude. Currently he is expanding his freelance writing career, and enjoying the opportunity to write on a variety of business topics.

Companies are struggling to keep up with the fast pace of international e-commerce

Despite the difficult trade climate, there is one avenue of international business that continues to see dramatic gains: e-commerce. Yet e-commerce is growing faster than companies can keep up, creating all kinds of challenges.

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.

What is global supply chain management?

Global supply chain management involves planning how the entire supply chain will function to remain cost efficient and keep customers happy.

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.

What’s next for NAFTA?

We talked to experts about what we can expect for the future of NAFTA and how it could potentially be improved to benefit businesses in all three countries.

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.

The role of international organizations in international business law

In an effort to manage and govern international trade, a number of international organizations (IOs) have been established.

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.

Today’s shifting global business environment – a view from Atlantic Canada

In today’s global business environment there are new government policies to grapple with; and as if that’s not enough to navigate, there are the near constant changes in government that also affect trade agreements.

Bernadette Fernandes

Bernadette is passionate about economic development, having spent the past five years helping companies one-on-one with export growth. She has an additional 25 years of experience working in the private sector; Trade relationships in over 50 countries; and a deep understanding of cross-cultural communications and international business development. Bernadette has founded The Varanda Network, a boutique international business development consultancy. She is a proud immigrant by birth (speaking five languages) and a proud New Brunswicker by choice.

10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2017

What global trade trends should you look out for in 2017? Let’s take a look and see what could be dominating the headlines you read over the next twelve months.

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.

5 of the highest paying jobs in international trade

Here are the top 5 top highest paying international trade jobs and their average U.S. salaries.

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.