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Facing the new realities we can’t ignore in SME exports

What has changed and why are there so few Canadian SME exports? And what can be done to help more of them succeed in global markets?

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.

4 ways to protect yourself in international distributor agreements and avoid messy disputes

Whether or not your international distributor agreements are about to end, it’s important to start preparing now for when that eventuality occurs.

Kevin Litz, CITP|FIBP

Kevin Litz is a FITT-Certified International Trade Professional, international business consultant, university instructor (international law, global business, international trade finance, etc.), and an international attorney admitted to the United States Supreme Court, state and federal courts, having practiced before international courts.

3 reasons why you shouldn’t buy local

The idea of supporting local businesses is inherently appealing, but “buy local” campaigns may hurt the same businesses they’re designed to support.

Michelle Hustler, CITP®|FIBP®

Michelle Hustler is a Trade and Business Development Specialist, focusing on trade in services. Canadian born, Michelle now lives in the Caribbean. In fact, she wrote this article from a lounge chair on a beach in Barbados!

Do your homework if you plan on using the FCA Incoterm

As your supply base expands into the global trade arena, sellers and buyers need to be acutely aware of how this may impact purchases under the FCA Incoterm.

Ann Archer, CITP|FIBP

Ann Archer, CITP|FIBP, is an International Logistics Specialist for General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GDLS-C), a company based out of London, ON. With twenty-three years of experience in international trade, she is capable of taking on even the largest projects, ensuring that the goods she is responsible for will reach their destination without issue anywhere in the world.

How relocating 3,500 km across the country became the personal challenge of my logistics career

Since October 2015, I have been working on one of the biggest projects of my logistics career – to relocate my career, home and life from Ottawa, ON to beautiful Victoria, BC.

Suzanne Cascanette, CITP|FIBP

Suzanne has over 20 years experience managing global supply chain requirements for a diverse industry sector base and extensive portfolio of commodities. She is a CITP|FIBP, and enjoys connecting with her fellow global trade professionals all over world.

Do the rewards outweigh the risks when it comes to trade with China?

Facing a global economic slump and a sharply devaluating loonie, the government of Canada has strategically turned its attention on growing international markets with the goal of tapping into the economic benefits of global trade including seeking a free trade deal with China.

Alex Nikotina

Alex Nikotina is an Online Marketing Assistant at Ashton College in Vancouver, BC. Originally from Russia, Alex loves to travel and experience new countries, having previously spent time in Japan before moving to Canada.

How being part of a Global Trade Enthusiasts Meetup group can grow your career prospects

A Global Trade Enthusiasts Meetup group is an ideal place for import export professionals to get together and learn from each other’s experiences, to network, and to share common interests for business growth and development.

Dr. Michele Vincenti, CITP|FIBP and Olga Zykova

As the President and CEO of Alvana Business Consulting Inc., Dr. Michele Vincenti, CITP|FIBP is able to bring over 30 years of experience to help businesses at the C-level, particularly in financial matters. He has also used his considerable international trade expertise to teach at a variety of post-secondary institutions in Canada and abroad, and is passionate about sharing his knowledge with new generations of business professionals. Olga Zykova, Assistant Organizer to Vancouver Global Trade Enthusiasts, is currently enrolled in a Masters degree program in Administrative Science and Leadership. She has a Bachelor's degree in international marketing from SolBridge School of Business (South Korea) and a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management from Far Eastern State Transport University (Russia). She has obtained strong overseas professional background in marketing, brand and social media management, and public relations.

Build durable international partnerships to withstand the stormy seas of global business

Many international partnerships are set up to fail because of incorrect assumptions. If we take key lessons from 17th century trading ships, we can see how best to plan ahead and strengthen partnerships to survive any import export situation.

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.

Reflections After the 2015 B20 Summit: “Do Your Best for the Rest of Us”

It has been a unique privilege to be nominated as a delegate for Canada to the B20 Task Force on Financing Growth, and thereafter, to receive an invitation from the organizers to attend the final summit meeting, including a joint session with Heads of State for an even smaller group of participants.

Alexander R. Malaket, CITP|FIBP

Alexander is a globally recognized specialist in international business, trade and trade finance. He is President and Founder of OPUS Advisory Services International Inc. (Canada)

You don’t have to play the dating game to find the right international distributor

Successful companies know that an effective international distributor may be the most vital relationship in the global supply chain.

Kevin Litz, CITP|FIBP

Kevin Litz is a FITT-Certified International Trade Professional, international business consultant, university instructor (international law, global business, international trade finance, etc.), and an international attorney admitted to the United States Supreme Court, state and federal courts, having practiced before international courts.