Global Business Club Upcoming Events
Monday, June 03, 2013
U.S. Export Assistance Centers: Putting the Resources to Work for YOU
Location: MSU Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
Speaker: Kendra Kuo, Director, Grand Rapids U.S. Export Assistance Center
Kendra Kuo has been working with the U.S. Department of Commerce to help U.S. businesses grow sales through increased exports since 2000. Her office, in conjugation with partner offices around the country and around the globe, provides a large array of low-cost and free government assistance programs. These programs include matchmaking services, background checks, market research, and trade missions, all with the goal of helping U.S. business to grow and create jobs.
Join us for lunch to network with colleagues and learn how to connect to with these important resources!
Monday, June 17, 2013
Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training
Location: Automation Alley, 2675 Bellingham, Troy, MI
Speaker: Jim Foley, Director of the Turner Center at Bradley University and author
This 2-day training (8am-5pm June 17-18) is sponsored by the MEDC for its export partners and is open by invitation only. It is aligned with the national NASBITE CGBP trade professional exam and will support efforts of participants to sit for the national exam.
This training covers the Primary Content Areas of the exam:Global Management, Global Marketing, International Supply Chain Mgmt, Trade Finance, Best resources & data sources
Monday, August 12, 2013
Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training
Location: GVSU Eberhard Center, 301 Fulton SW, Grand Rapids
Speaker: Jim Foley, Director of the Turner Center at Bradley University and author
This 2-day training (8am-5pm August 12-13) is sponsored by the MEDC for its export partners and is open by invitation only. It is aligned with the national NASBITE CGBP trade professional exam and will support efforts of participants to sit for the national exam.
This training covers the Primary Content Areas of the exam:Global Management, Global Marketing, International Supply Chain Mgmt, Trade Finance, Best resources & data sources
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training
Location: NWCOG, 600 E. Front St., Traverse City
Speaker: Jim Foley, Director of the Turner Center at Bradley University and author
This 2-day training (8am-5pm August 14-15) is sponsored by the MEDC for its export partners and is open by invitation only. It is aligned with the national NASBITE CGBP trade professional exam and will support efforts of participants to sit for the national exam.
This training covers the Primary Content Areas of the exam:Global Management, Global Marketing, International Supply Chain Mgmt, Trade Finance, Best resources & data sources
About Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan
The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. In this role, the GB Club is dedicated to supporting global business growth of the State of Michigan and its diverse manufacturing and service organizations. The main activity of the GB Club is the luncheon speaker series.
The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade. The luncheons are open to the general public. Typically, about 100 business executives, public policy makers, and academics attend each luncheon.
For more information about our luncheon programs or to be added to the mailing list, please contact Jade Sims for Michigan State University's International Business Center, at 517-353-4336 or . The cost of each luncheon is $35 ($15 for students); this includes a one year membership to the Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan. Reservations are requested at least one day prior to the event.
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