28/04/2016
In the challenging world of global business, connections and education are the keys to success
The connections I made in the global trade community have been extremely valuable and I have stayed in touch with many of them over the years.
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13/04/2016
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP – Business Development Manager
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP is a Business Development Manager at First National Financial, where he manages a large book of mortgage brokers.
28/10/2015
Maxim Berdichevsky, CITP|FIBP – Deputy Director, Investment Trade Policy Division
Maxim Berdichevsky, CITP|FIBP is Deputy Director, Investment Trade Policy Division at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) in Ottawa, where he negotiates bilateral investment treaties between Canada and other countries.
18/08/2015
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.
11/08/2015
The 6 craziest international business travel stories from my career
Since my first flight at 8 weeks old, I’ve done a lot more international traveling, both in my previous jobs and my current one with Baker Ruskinn. Here are some of the craziest international business travel stories from my experiences.
04/08/2015
How to befriend the Zorkians and other lessons in navigating cultural complexities in global business
Culture is complicated. Developing relationships and business across borders may be challenging, but developing relationships and business across cultures is where the real art lies.
22/07/2015
Discovering new global business experiences while exploring the world
Although a degree in commerce was definitely a good pick for me, I was mostly interested in the lesser-known international opportunities that were provided to gain new global business experiences.
15/05/2015
7 great options to stay connected when you travel on business
The ability to communicate effectively can have a huge impact on the success of your trip. Here are some great options you can use to help you stay connected with your network while you travel the world!
06/05/2015
Jason Bernard, CITP|FIBP – International Trade Professional
Jason Bernard, CITP®|FIBP®, is a recent International Business graduate with experience as an international trade professional, working in retail, logistics, travel and tourism, and economic and business development. Through his travel experiences, Jason has developed a passion for working with people from all over the world, and helping to facilitate international trade in developing countries.
05/05/2015
The art of international business travel according to a travel-a-holic
The journey, for me, is a major part of the experience of international business, and of any form of business travel: it is about much more than efficient and predictable displacement from “Point A” to “Point B”, and it provides countless opportunities for the exercise of civility, personal discipline and enrichment.