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SUMMARY:Private Sector Forum on Africa
DESCRIPTION:This program will feature panelists from the US Department of Commerce (USDoC)\, private sector companies engaged in African investment\, and African University representatives. The panel will begin with a brief overview of the landscape of US investment in Africa from Robert Telchin (US DoC)\, after which panelists will give brief remarks about their experiences with private sector engagement in Africa. The panelists will then engage in a dialogue with the audience about the potential of innovative partnerships to shape future engagement among African and global universities; private sector investors; non-governmental and governmental actors \nand others to meet global challenges.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/private-sector-forum-on-africa/
LOCATION:MSU Breslin Center\, 534 Birch Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Interdisciplinary Conference on Cybercrime
DESCRIPTION:It is a pleasure to announce the 5th Annual MSU Interdisciplinary Conference on Cybercrime will be held April 19th and 20th\, 2018 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center\, Auditorium room\, on the Michigan State University Campus in East Lansing (https://kelloggcenter.com/). This flagship event\, sponsored in part by the MSU School of Criminal Justice\, seeks to draw world class social and technical science researchers together and present their work in order to promote collaboration between the disciplines and identify new avenues of research to enrich both fields. In addition\, the conference links both fields to industry and policy-makers to transform the landscape of cybersecurity\, policy\, and practice.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/interdisciplinary-conference-on-cybercrime-2/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: World IP Day Michigan: Protecting Your Brand Globally
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Protecting Your Brand Globally \nThe Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection (A-CAPP) and Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan (GB Club) are pleased to present the 1st Annual World IP Day Michigan: Protecting Your Brand Globally. World IP day is celebrated every year on April 26 in order to remember the role that intellectual property rights (patents\, trademarks\, industrial designs\, copyright) play in encouraging innovation and creativity. Join us for a half day interactive program discussing how Michigan companies can play in a vital role in the world economy and share their best practices on how they protect their intellectual property. Our three panels will focus on: Packaging Challenges & Opportunities\, IP Issues in E-Commerce\, and Emerging Markets: Best practices for IP issues. We will finish our program with a networking lunch. Check our agenda for updated speakers list as they are confirmed. Who should attend: businesses\, policy makers\, academics\, and students interested in learning how to protect intellectual property while growing globally in an ever-more connected world. \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-world-ip-day-michigan-protecting-your-brand-globally/
LOCATION:MSU College of Law\, 648 N Shaw Ln\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:AACC Annual Conference - Forging Partnerships from Michigan to Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:Rob Spohr (Montcalm Community College) and Sarah Singer (MSU-CIBER) will present on the 2017 FDIB program to SE Asia that resulted in a Fulbright award for Montcalm to develop a partnership withManado State Polytechnic\,North Sulawesi Province\, Sulawesi Island\, Indonesia.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/aacc-annual-conference-forging-partnerships-from-michigan-to-indonesia/
LOCATION:Dallas\, TX\, Dallas\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180503T000000
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Mike & Denise Busley\, Grand Traverse Pie Co.
DESCRIPTION:Featured speakers will be Mike and Denise Busley\, Owners\, Grand Traverse Pie Company.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-mike-denise-busley-grand-traverse-pie-co/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180514T000000
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SUMMARY:World Trade Week West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:West Michigan World Trade Week is a celebration of international trade and business growth for the West Michigan region. \nFor 33 years area businesses and community leaders have worked together to: \nShare international business knowledge and resources at the annual business conference and key networking events scheduled throughout the week \nHighlight the link between international trade and Michigan’s economic well-being \nRecognize the contributions of international trade to job creation in Michigan \nCommend companies succeeding in global markets \nSupport the annual proclamation issued by the President of the United States declaring World Trade Week in May
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/world-trade-week-west-michigan-2/
LOCATION:Grand Valley State University Seidman College of Business\, 50 Front Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Coface 2018 Country Risk Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Coface Country Risk conference is a yearly event focusing on the evolution of country risk throughout world. Its ambition is to help those involved in international trade – whether they are CEOs\, commercial directors or credit managers – to define an efficient business development or investment strategy and to take informed decisions regarding risk in their home country or abroad. \nJoin a unique mix of French and international specialists from business\, finance and economic research to discuss global economic trends and issues facing the world economy in 2019.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/coface-2018-country-risk-conference/
LOCATION:New York\, NY\, New York\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Doing Business in India
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Shantanu Sarkar \nIndia is our 9th largest goods trading partner with $67.7 billion in total (two way) goods trade during 2016. Has your company considered the opportunities? Shantanu Sarkar is a U.S. Commercial Assistant based in Kolkata\, India. As the Commercial Advisor in the U.S. International Trade Administration’s Commercial Services team\, he works with U.S. businesses to help them enter and navigate the Indian market. Mr. Sarkar joined the U.S. Commerical Service in 2008 and is responsible for the development of U.S. trade and business in Eastern India and adjoining Bangladesh. Mr. Sarkar has over seventeen years of diverse professional experience in the field of marketing\, business development\, and operations. he is part of several important commercial initiatives to support the emerging economic partnership between the U.S. and India\, and is the team lead in India for the mining and industrial materials sectors. Mr. Sarkar will present on opportunities and challenges for U.S. businesses entering the Indian market. Companies interested in one-on-one meetings with Mr. Sarkar should email sims@broad.msu.edu to arrange a time. \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-doing-business-in-india/
LOCATION:313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:NACCE & Fox Valley Technical College’s  Global Entrepreneurship Pathways Summit
DESCRIPTION:During this summit\, guests will learn about initiatives in formal and informal entrepreneurship education and training opportunities in the areas of K-12 STEM education\, technical college program areas\, and business/industry/education partnerships. The goal of the summit is to share best practices and initiatives to promote entrepreneurship and innovation education across the globe.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/nacce-fox-valley-technical-colleges-global-entrepreneurship-pathways-summit/
LOCATION:Appleton\, WI\, Appleton\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180614T000000
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SUMMARY:Global Internship Conference
DESCRIPTION:Annual Global Internship Conference
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-internship-conference-4/
LOCATION:Detroit\, MI\, Detroit\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Claes Fornell\, ACSI
DESCRIPTION:This MBN will featureone of the world’s leading experts on customer satisfaction measurement and customer asset management.Claes Fornell is the founder and chairman of CFI Group\, an international consulting firm with offices in the US\, China\, Sweden\, Italy and London\, specializing in assisting companies with measuring and optimizing customer satisfaction for improved consumer utility and company financial return.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-claes-fornell-acsi/
LOCATION:Eagle Eye\, 15500 Chandler Rd.\, Bath\, 48808\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180710T000000
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Certified Global Business Professional Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Jade Sims\, CGBP Certified Trainer \nEarning the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential is an easy way to kick-start your international business career\, or a great way to formally recognize your professional knowledge. The CGBP credential issued by NASBITE confirms familiarity in international trade and assures that employees are able to practice global business at the professional level required in todays competitive environment. The CGBP is fast becoming the top nationally recognized certification for those in international business to show the world that they are qualified. The CGBP certifies that a candidate is competent in the four primary domains of trade global business management\, global marketing\, supply chain management\, trade finance. All exporters\, compliance officers\, trade lawyers\, financial service providers\, and accounts involved in international business\, freight forwarders and logistics professionals\, engineers\, university officials\, and anyone else who wants to demonstrate expertise in international trade are invited to attend. **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 2-DAY TRAINING** \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-certified-global-business-professional-training-3/
LOCATION:Foster\, Swift\, Collins & Smith Lansing Offices\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180731T000000
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SUMMARY:Community College Internationalization Workshop: The Workforce Development Pipeline for Careers in International Business
DESCRIPTION:This workshop at the Community College of Philadelphia focuses on the U.S. export economy and increasing international investment in the U.S. through program and curricular innovation.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/community-college-internationalization-workshop-the-workforce-development-pipeline-for-careers-in-international-business/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, PA\, Philadelphia\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Michigan Mobility Luncheon with Huei Peng
DESCRIPTION:He currently serves as the Director of Mcity\, which studies connected and autonomous vehicle technologies and promotes their deployment. He has served as the PI or co-PI of more than 50 research projects\, with a total funding of more than 50 million dollars. He has more than 250 technical publications\, including 110 in referred journals and transactions and four books. His h-index is 69 according to the Google scholar analysis. The total number of citations to his work is more than 18\,000. He believes in setting high expectation and helping students to exceed it by selecting innovative research topics with real impact. One of his proudest achievements is that more than half of his Ph.D. students have each published at least one paper cited more than 100 times.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-michigan-mobility-luncheon-with-huei-peng/
LOCATION:The University Club of MSU\, 3435 Forest Rd\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180913T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180913T000000
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Kevin Suboski\, Suboski & Co.
DESCRIPTION:The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) was created to help entrepreneurs get what they want out of their businesses. EOS is a simple and practical system that gives you control over your company and helps your organization communicate better. Learn actionable\, simple\, and practical tools to improve business operations\, help your business grow\, and create greater balance in your life.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-kevin-suboski-suboski-co/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180914T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180914T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005654Z
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SUMMARY:International Business Institute on the Road Workshop - Alamo Community College
DESCRIPTION:IBI workshop at Alamo Community College
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/international-business-institute-on-the-road-workshop-alamo-community-college/
LOCATION:San Antonio\, TX\, San Antonio\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180928T000000
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Breakfast with South African Consul General Phumzile Mazibuko
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Phumzile Mazibuko \nMs. Phumzile Mazibuko was appointed Consul General at the South African Consulate General in Chicago in January of this year. As consul General\, she works to promote trade and investments and enhance cooperation in the field of arts\, culture\, education\, and effectively render consular services to South Africans in 14 states in the Midwest region of the United States. Prior to this post\, she was Chief of Staff for the Department of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa. Ms. Mazibuko has been working though her professional career to further business relationships between South Africa and its trading partners. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Johannesburg. Joining Consul Mazibuko is South African Consul Political Mr. Thabo Seotlo. Consul Seotlo is also a career diplomat\, spending the past decade serving South African interests around the world. Those interested in setting up a private meeting with M. Mazibuko should contact Jade Sims at sims@broad.msu.edu for a time. \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-breakfast-with-south-african-consul-general-phumzile-mazibuko/
LOCATION:MSU Henry Center for Executive Development\, 3535 Forest Rd.\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181018T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181018T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Doug Rothwell\, President & CEO\, Business Leaders for MI
DESCRIPTION:The Lansing Regional Chamber Economic Club speaker series features locally and nationally prominent speakers covering a broad spectrum of business-related topics ranging from economic trends and business success stories to the latest in management and leadership techniques. The Economic Club luncheons provide members with an excellent opportunity to network with more than 450 of the areas key community\, business and education leaders.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-doug-rothwell-president-ceo-business-leaders-for-mi/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181030T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181030T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005455Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Tariff Update
DESCRIPTION:Speaker . \nEstimating manufacturing costs as well as final costs to your customers are particularly difficult these days. Join us to hear about the current tariff situation\, what’s expected in the near-term\, and how to best plan. John Stewart is a supply chain consultant at Supply Chain Solutions\, based in West Michigan. Since 2004\, he has helped client teams to design and implement supply chain process improvements in manufacturing\, food\, retail\, publishing\, distribution\, agriculture\, and third-party logistics. Prior to consulting\, John spent 18 years as a practitioner\, where he honed his skills as a line manager and project manager in both international and domestic supply chain. He managed trade and logistics in manufacturing and retail\, and began his career as an import entry-writer for a customshouse broker in Chicago. Who should attend: Those involved in purchasing and sales\, beginning and advanced exporters and importers\, and anyone interested in the implications of the current tariff situation on the U.S. and global economy. \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-tariff-update/
LOCATION:MSU Henry Center for Executive Development\, 3535 Forest Rd.\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181030T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181030T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005402Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Sports Lunch with Terry Collins
DESCRIPTION:The MBN’slongstanding Sports Luncheon is back this fall and we are excited to have with us Terry Collins\, Special Assistant to the General Manager of the New York Mets.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-sports-lunch-with-terry-collins/
LOCATION:The University Club of MSU\, 3435 Forest Rd\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181108T000000
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SUMMARY:NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training
DESCRIPTION:A 2-day training for international business professionals on the basics of global management\, marketing\, trade finance\, and logistics.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/nasbite-certified-global-business-professional-cgbp-training-2/
LOCATION:MTU\, Houghton\, MI\, 1400 Townsend Dr\, Houghton\, 49931\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181109T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181109T000000
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SUMMARY:Department of Economics Seminar Series: Central Bank Digital Currency and the Future of Monetary Policy
DESCRIPTION:Michigan State UniversityDepartment of Economics hostsMichael Bordo\,Board of Governors Professor of Economics\, Rutgers University\, on November 9\, 2018 tospeak on Central Bank Digital Currency and the Future of Monetary Policy. A number of major central banks over the world are actively exploring the initiation of sovereign digital currencies. In this analysis\, Professor Bordo considers how a central bank digital currency (CBDC) can transform all aspects of the international monetary system and facilitate the systematic and transparent conduct of monetary policy. Biography at:https://economics.rutgers.edu/component/content/article?id=217:bordo-michael-d. Moreinformation at:http://econ.msu.edu/seminars/index.php.All seminars are in the Koo Room (Rm. 5A Marshall-Adams Hall; annex behind the main building) unless otherwise noted.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/department-of-economics-seminar-series-central-bank-digital-currency-and-the-future-of-monetary-policy/
LOCATION:East Lansing\, MI\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181114T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181115T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005219Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-America Trade Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2018 Summit provides a unique opportunity to bring together top exporters\, global trade leaders and trade assistance providers from across Mid-America. Outstanding exporters from across Mid-America have been invited to share their export stories  highlighting best practices and/or lessons learned that have contributed to their export success. \nThe Summit’s fast-paced\, high-touch format provides exporters\, trade assistance providers and educators with direct access to high-level networking and shared-learning opportunities designed to guide export expansion. This will be a premier regional event for companies focused on advancing trade and driving business growth.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/mid-america-trade-summit/
LOCATION:Columbia\, MO\, Columbia\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181115T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181115T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005133Z
UID:10000627-1542240000-1542240000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Celebration of Regional Growth Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Celebration of Regional Growth Awards recognizes businesses for their new economic investment and job creation in the Greater Lansing region. The 65 companies that we have recognized have together contributed over $2.5 billion in new economic growth in this region
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-celebration-of-regional-growth-awards-3/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181127T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T005014Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Preparing for Defense Industry Trade Shows & Sales
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Jean Schtokal\, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC \nDefense industry sales can be lucrative; however\, companies selling to the industry have additional concerns. This seminar will discuss where to find and bid on potential contracts\, and what to consider before opening discussions with potential partners or attending industry trade shows. The program will terminate with a reception and time for questions and open networking. \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-preparing-for-defense-industry-trade-shows-sales/
LOCATION:MSU\, 426 Auditorium Road\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181211T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181211T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T004424Z
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Lisa Corless\, President\, AF Group
DESCRIPTION:speaker series features locally and nationally prominent speakers covering a broad spectrum of business-related topics ranging from economic trends and business success stories to the latest in management and leadership techniques. The Economic Club luncheons provide members with an excellent opportunity to network with more than 350 of the areas key community\, business and education leaders
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-lisa-corless-president-af-group/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181213T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181213T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T004339Z
UID:10000624-1544659200-1544659200@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Michigan Economic Forecast Series
DESCRIPTION:MBN’s Founder Chris Holman moderates a panel of guests who discuss the economic outlook for 2019 in the Mid-Michigan area as well as the investment and development currently occurring in the Lansing Metro area.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-michigan-economic-forecast-series/
LOCATION:The University Club of MSU\, 3435 Forest Rd\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190125T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190125T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T004306Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Creating That Perfect Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Neil Sheridan \nYou have just seconds to get someone’s attention\, and perhaps minutes to win them over to your way of thinking. Whether you are attempting to get an investor’s attention or convince a potential customer or overseas partner to give you a second look\, your business pitch is everything. This half-day workshop will get you there. Our keynote speaker and facilitator Neil Sheridan is a researcher\, adviser and speaker on organizational and business growth\, and regularly conducts extensive trainings for businesses and entrepreneurs to prepare them for pitch competitions. Neil is President of SVPI\, LLC\, a Michigan advisory and management corporation active internationally. This event was so successful in 2017 we felt we needed to bring it back! \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-creating-that-perfect-pitch/
LOCATION:Foster Swift Law Office Lansing\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190125T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190322T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T004216Z
UID:10000622-1548374400-1553212800@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: ExporTech (TM) Export Acceleration Training (January-March)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker MSU IBC & US Dept. of Commerce \nExporTech™ is a national export assistance program helping companies enter or expand in global markets. This program applies a structured export strategy development process that assists 4-8 companies to accelerate growth. It is the only national program where each company develops a written export plan\, that is vetted by a panel of experts upon completion. ExporTech™ efficiently connects companies with a wide range of world-class experts to help navigate the export sales process. The result is that companies rapidly expand global sales and save countless hours of effort. Since 2006\, 211 ExporTech™ programs have been delivered in 36 states and Puerto Rico with over 1\,080 participating companies. This program is offered jointly by the Michigan State University International Business Center and the United States Department of Commerce Export Assistance Center in Grand Rapids. Please contact Jade Sims at sims@broad.msu.edu or 517.353.4336 with questions \nThe Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-exportech-tm-export-acceleration-training-january-march/
LOCATION:FosterSwift Law Offices of Lansing\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190129T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190129T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112917
CREATED:20240319T195557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T004154Z
UID:10000621-1548720000-1548720000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: *CANCELED* Making the Most of International Trade Shows with MI Ag Exporter Dr. John's Healthy Sweets
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets*CANCELED/WE ARE CURRENTLY RESCHEDULING* Laura Deierlein from SPROUTwide Global and Jean Schtokal from FosterSwift will prepare you for your upcoming travels to meet new clients. Topics will include: Market Evaluation\, Choosing A Show\, Fit\, Strategic Partnerships\, Knowing Your Numbers\, Timelines for Success\, Legal Compliance Issues\, & Intellectual Property Protections. All attendees will be presented with a work-booklet to help them develop a strategic plan for identifying and approaching international trade shows. Our luncheon keynote will be presented by the 2018 Michigan Agricultural Exporter of the Year\, Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets. Dr. John’s has found export success globally\, with a focus on Asian markets\, and will share their experience expanding globally.   The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-canceled-making-the-most-of-international-trade-shows-with-mi-ag-exporter-dr-johns-healthy-sweets/
LOCATION:Foster Swift Law Office Lansing\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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