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3 reasons why trade missions are great for your growing business

My very first experience with trade missions made me a lifelong believer in the value and benefit of this kind of investment in market expansion.

Marcela Mandeville, CITP|FIBP

Marcela has explored the world of business through an international business undergraduate degree, designation as a Certified International Trade Professional and more than fifteen years of global experience developing and implementing business strategies. Marcela’s business experience in Canada and abroad led her to Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) in 2008. As Chief Operating Officer, she developed programs to support access to local and international business opportunities for women entrepreneurs. After leaving AWE in August 2013 Marcela resumed her role as CEO of her own business consulting firm, Bright Idea International, and completed her MBA studies at the University of Alberta. In July 2015, Marcela returned to AWE to work with an amazing team after time spent leading her own business, volunteering and traveling in Central and South America, and exploring the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southern California with her dog Cally.

Waiting is not an option for your global expansion plans

My “cri de guerre” to Canadian executives: return to your entrepreneurial roots and act now before it’s too late to carry out your global expansion plans.

Ennio Vita-Finzi, CITP|FIBP

Ennio Vita-Finzi is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) and was a Trade Commissioner in Europe, Latin America and the US as well as President of the Canadian Council for the Americas during NAFTA negotiations. He has been a multinational executive and entrepreneur and is now a College lecturer, keynote speaker, and author based in Montreal. (e.vita-finzi@sympatico.ca)

International trade is a tool at our fingertips to promote local prosperity

We need to create more awareness about international trade in society as an essential component to achieving economic development and local prosperity.

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.

What are the opportunities, challenges and issues women face in the global value chain?

To do that, we rounded up some of the most influential voices we could find who are not only experts on the topic, but who deal with women’s issues, working to improve their lives daily.

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.

How women in international trade can overcome cultural obstacles to succeed in any global market

Women in international trade can come prepared to deal with anything that comes our way while going into global markets with different cultures.

Becky DeStigter, FIBP|CITP

Becky DeStigter is an International Business Consultant focused on helping B2B technology and professional services companies to become more globally competitive. She seeks practical solutions for growing companies’ international marketing and operational issues. Becky is based in Scottsdale, USA and works with companies worldwide.

Talking all about virtual trade finance

The world of virtual trade finance is moving faster than ever. How will that will affect import-export businesses around the world?

Ewan Roy

I'm a Digital Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). My background is in writing and research, and I am passionate about communicating new ideas and telling stories that matter to you.

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.

Paula Greene

Paula is a CITP|FIBP with 25 years of broad experience leading businesses to success through creative, effective solutions. At BEYOND she helps clients in both the public and private sectors reach beyond barriers and borders with a focus on people, business improvement, and customer satisfaction.

How can an SME ensure a successful launch into global markets?

When a firm tries to have a successful launch into global markets without a foreign affiliate, it no longer enjoys home field advantage.

Brent McNiven, CITP|FIBP

Brent is an international trade consultant with nearly 25 years of experience. After starting and running several successful companies in South America, and working on different consulting projects across the world, he has spent the past 10 years working with Canadian SMEs to help them excel in global markets.

The future for North American trade is actually brighter than ever

Even amidst increasing global opportunities, the best path for growth for North American trade is through increased cooperation and trade with one another.

Ewan Roy

I'm a Digital Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). My background is in writing and research, and I am passionate about communicating new ideas and telling stories that matter to you.

4 big trade show takeaways I learned from attending GLOBE 2016

I have recently returned from GLOBE 2016, North America’s largest and longest-running conference and exposition dedicated to business innovation for the planet. What are the trade show takeaways you can apply for your next event?

Lora Rigutto, CITP

Lora Rigutto, CITP, is the Partnerships and Community Lead at FITT with over 25 years of experience in international trade. Formerly a Trade Advisor with ProChile – Trade Commission of Chile in Toronto, she has helped businesses navigate global markets and export challenges. As a CITP and ICC-certified Incoterms® 2020 Trainer for Canada, Lora brings deep expertise in trade practices and is passionate about sharing FITT’s renowned training programs with students and businesses.