Why digital trade should be a cornerstone of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy

Taking advantage of digital trade is an essential tactic for business success in the Indo-Pacific region due to its scope and cross-cutting nature.

Juan Navarro, CITP|FIBP

Juan Navarro is an Associate Faculty at Royal Roads University, the Director and Principal Researcher at CMX Partnerships and a former economist of the Mexican Central Bank. He is an active member of the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance, the Canadian International Council and the Forum for International Trade Training. He is the founding president of the Society of Mexican Talent in British Columbia and a recognized Business mentor at Futurpreneur Canada. He has collaborated with international organizations such as the World Bank Group, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the APEC Business Advisory Council. Juan can be reached at juan.navarro@cmxpartnerships.com.

Best of 2022: Top 10 most-read international trade articles from the past year

As every year comes to a close we like to take a moment to look back at the key trade issues people were talking about…

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.

FITT’s new Certification Council brings together rich and diverse pool of international business expertise

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Certification Council members recently appointed by the FITT Board.

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.

Diving into the World’s Mounting Tectonic Economic and Trade Forces with Stephen Poloz

People still want to know what’s keeping Stephen Poloz up at night. The ever-astute former Governor of the Bank of Canada and veteran economist now…

Sheena Koo

I am the Content Marketing Manager for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). My background is in copywriting, content strategy, content marketing, and content management. Passionate about stories with purpose and meaning, I connect readers to writing that's engaging, useful, and informative.

2021’s FITT Education Awards celebrate teamwork, overcoming obstacles, and community spirit

Each year the FITT Education Awards are given to students who have gone above and beyond in their academic studies. These students have exhibited unmatched dedication and drive to pursue a career in international trade. This year we have six bright and ambitious students to recognize with the 2021 FITT Education Awards.

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.

Build a resilient supply chain with these innovative approaches from the experts

By now, we are all probably well aware of the economic turmoil caused by the COVID 19 pandemic and the knock-on effects it has had,…

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 Canadian Trade Commissioners talk about their career success

For many years now, trade commissioners have been relying on FITTskills training to help them build a strong understanding of the full spectrum of international trade.  Earning the prestigious CITP designation – a validation of their expertise and commitment to international trade, marks a special milestone in their professional journey.

Meghana Joshi

I am the Email Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training. My background is in content marketing, copywriting, research and creative writing. I am passionate about my craft and enjoy creating content that attracts, impacts and resonates with my audience.

How Digital Badges Can Help Businesses Hire the Right Professionals to Fill Their Teams

Digital badges are an innovative way to display achievements and qualifications to potential employers that can be published on online profiles, resumes and social media platforms – here’s how digital badges can help companies hire the right people for the job.

Paige Henley

Paige is a freelance writer based in the Canadian Prairies. She is a nocturnal animal getting most of her work done before watching the sunrise. When she isn’t writing, she raises orphaned kittens in partnership with her local humane society, curls up with a good book, and works on DIY projects around the house.

If You Haven’t Prepped Your Supply Chain for Holiday 2022 You’re Already Behind – Here’s What You Should Do

If you don’t prep your supply chain for the upcoming 2022 holiday season months in advance, you will be stuck in reaction mode rather if anything inevitably goes astray. Here’s how to prepare.

Paige Henley

Paige is a freelance writer based in the Canadian Prairies. She is a nocturnal animal getting most of her work done before watching the sunrise. When she isn’t writing, she raises orphaned kittens in partnership with her local humane society, curls up with a good book, and works on DIY projects around the house.

FITT partners with OWIT-Toronto to enhance women’s global business skills

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is partnering with OWIT-Toronto to build and enhance women’s global business skills, expertise and knowledge.

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.