Global Business Club Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 24, 2012
The World is Your Market: Export 101
Location: Henry Center, 3535 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910
Speaker: Mark Kinsler, Vice President International Business & Attraction, MEDC
On May 24th, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the US Census Bureau/Foreign Trade Division will bring their expertise to YOU. We have put together a half-day program of information on how to begin exporting--now. You will learn how to utilize Census information to do research and make informed decisions on entering new markets, and learn how to use SBA's online Export Business Planner. Get the tools you need to feel competent in the export game!
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Incoterms 2010: The ICC Rules Explained
Location: Detroit/Wayne Co. Port Authority, Detroit, MI
Speaker: Frank Reynolds
More info & registration:
http://eastmichigandec.org/incoterms/
Frank Reynolds is uniquely qualified to explain Incoterms® 2010 rules to Americans. He brought nearly 50 years of hands-on practical trade expertise to the 2000 and 2010 Incoterms® revisions where he represented the United States. He has been instructing trade-related topics for over 25 years.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
How To Investigate and Choose Overseas Markets & Creating a Market Entry Strategy
Location: Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
Speaker: Tomas Hult, Director, International Business Center
Dr. Hult and Ms. Jade Sims, Trade Specialist, will present these 2 complementary workshops. In the morning, you will learn about the online tools available to you and have the opportunity to create your own market selection tool. In the afternoon, we will explore the costs and benefits of different modes of international market entry. $50 includes lunch & certificate of completion. Registration at: http://www.lansingchamber.org/panel/upcoming-events
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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