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.
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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.
Abid Samdani, CITP|FIBP – Trade Commissioner Assistant
Abid Samdani, CITP|FIBP, is a Trade Commissioner Assistant with DFATD in Karachi, Pakistan. With a passion for international trade and over ten years of practical experience, he is setting himself apart as an elite member of the global trade community.
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.
9 things you need to consider to avoid getting swindled in negotiations with agents or distributors
Congratulations! You’ve found and vetted a fantastic distributor for your product overseas. Now the fun part begins. When it comes time for some negotiations with agents or distributors will you truly be ready to go there?
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.
The U.S. Export-Import Bank could be facing its final days
The U.S. Export-Import Bank, which helps finance foreign trade deals, had its authorization from the U.S. Congress lapse as of June 30, 2015.
13 ways Canadian SME’s can improve on their dismal export rates
For all the talk about Canada being a trading nation, we aren’t when it comes to small and medium sized enterprises. While SME’s account for roughly 95 percent of all companies in Canada, and create 65 percent of all jobs, Canadian SME export rates are at less than 2 percent.
Illia Dumbadze, CITP|FIBP – Logistics Supervisor
A dedicated logistics supervisor with a passion for supply chain management and international trade, Illia has developed a wealth of experience in major international corporations around the world. He has worked in many countries in North America, the UK, Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) over the course of his seven year career in global trade.
Are Canadian exporters playing with a stacked deck?
Canadian exporters begin international negotiations with a negotiating deck already stacked in their favour, but this is an asset that many are not aware of.