07/03/2023
Celebrating a diverse group of FITT credential achievers from 200+ companies in 2022
An impressive number of individuals from a wide range of sectors, job roles, and organizations put in the work to earn FITT credentials in 2022.
Pamela Hyatt
I am the Content Marketing Specialist 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.
18/01/2023
10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2023
While there is a lot to be hopeful and excited about in the year ahead, there are also some persistent global challenges that will carry over from 2022. Read on for our 10 2023 global trade trends.
05/08/2022
Ready. Set. Export! – Assessing your company’s export readiness
If exporting were easy, every company would do it, so it’s crucial to understand what’s involved. During this series, we will cover the high level “As to Zs” of exporting – in this article we start with assessing your company’s export readiness.
27/05/2022
How to build a resilient supply chain – CITPs weigh in with Startup Canada
FITT teamed up with Startup Canada and a panel of CITP experts for this fascinating and informative Twitter chat on how to build a resilient supply chain – no easy task. Here are the highlights.
29/04/2022
Top 7 reasons to become a CITP according to CITPs
Over the years we’ve noticed consistencies in what the designation holders say they value most in the designation, both at the time of earning it and after they’ve been able to put it into practice and reap the rewards. Here are the top seven most common benefits straight from real feedback we’ve collected.
27/04/2022
Volunteers have vital roles in FITT programs and initiatives – let’s celebrate them!
FITT engaged more than 200 individuals in volunteer roles over the past year, helping us develop our educational content, offering skilled and objective assessment in certification and accreditation, and providing mentorship and guidance and more.
20/04/2022
6 SME business owners talk about the impacts of training and certification on their businesses
Real SME business owners tell us how FITTskills courses and earning the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation impacted their ventures and their personal careers. Here’s what 6 of them had to say.
01/04/2022
CITP Spotlight: Roberto Tiradentes de Lima, Project Services Office, Global Affairs Canada
Roberto de Lima CITP has worked with an impressive array of global organizations on projects and policy affecting nations worldwide. This is his career spotlight.
08/03/2022
Three global trade mentors tell us how we can “Break The Bias” on International Women’s Day
Though progress is being made every day, women in global trade roles face bias and discrimination as part of their jobs. So, how can we create real change and finally #BreakTheBias?
04/03/2022
Celebrating the remarkable people who make trade happen at the FITT CITP Anniversary Gala
A lot has changed in the world since 1992, when FITT was first created. And we’ve come a long way since then. But what hasn’t changed is the continued need for competent and trustworthy international business practitioners to help companies navigate the changing dynamics of trade.