22/10/2026
Good intentions aren’t enough: The hidden ethics risk in international trade
In my work at FITT, I speak regularly with consultants, advisors and business leaders who help companies expand into international markets. We talk about market…
Market Entry Strategies
14/10/2026
Some of the top market barriers for Canadian exporters & how to overcome them
Worldwide, consumers want Canadian products and services. Demand isn’t really the problem; the challenge is in the details. Tariffs, complex regulations, logistics costs, and knowledge…
31/08/2026
Lessons from the logistics frontline: 7 practical takeaways for every exporter
International trade and logistics are often treated as separate fields. Trade professionals focus on customers, pricing and contracts, while logistics teams are expected to move…
05/08/2026
What every exporter can learn from the global minerals trade: 7 key takeaways
International mineral trade is complex by nature. Moving a product from mine to market requires close coordination across production, quality control, logistics, documentation, payment and…
22/07/2026
Sourcing from China vs. representing a Chinese brand: a market-entry playbook for distributors and agents
For most of the last two decades, “doing business with China” meant one thing for an overseas importer: find a factory, negotiate a price, and…
07/07/2026
Is Indonesia the right market for your business? Lessons on smarter market entry from Sean Emmond, CITP
For businesses looking beyond familiar markets, Indonesia presents a compelling case. It is the largest economy in Southeast Asia, home to roughly 280 million people,…
22/06/2026
CITP Spotlight: Banksharon Nwaneri – Commercial Specialist, U.S. Department of Commerce
As an international trade professional, Banksharon Nwaneri, CITP, has built his career around one guiding principle: creating meaningful connections that unlock opportunity.
16/06/2026
CITP Spotlight: Joshua Boileau – E-Commerce Management, White Cross Online
The seeds for a career in international trade were planted at a young age for Joshua Boileau. Watching his family’s steadfast work ethic as a young boy made international trade a natural extension…
10/06/2026
CITP Spotlight: Emmanuel Ediale — Accounting Manager at Amsterdam Brewery – a Royal Unibrew Company
Emmanuel Ediale’s path into international trade was built on early exposure to global operations and a growing desire to understand the mechanics that power cross-border business. From the get-go, he knew…
13/05/2026
Top export markets to strengthen your diversification strategy in 2026
Market diversification has shifted in recent years. It’s moved from simply being a nice idea to being a practical necessity. Supply chains continue to evolve, geopolitical risks…