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SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Dennis Archer\, Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Dennis Archer Jr.\, CEO Ignition Media Group.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-dennis-archer-jr/
LOCATION:The University Club of MSU\, 3435 Forest Rd\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Lansing Regional Sister Cities Commission
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lansing Regional Sister Cities Commission on Saturday\, September 7\, 2019\, celebrate its 25th anniversary at the Lansing Center\, at 6:00 p.m. The theme is A Celebration of Global Diversity. The event will feature cultural music\, food\, artifacts\, a global fashion show and authentic entertainment from our sister cities and other cities around the globe. The Lansing Regional Sister Cities is pleased to have WLNS-TV\, WLAJ-TV\, News Anchor Sheri Jones as the Mistress of Ceremonies for the evening. Invited guests will include ambassadors\, consuls general\, officials from our sister cities\, our congressional delegations and other officials from the US government. Imagine the joy and pleasure of spending time together celebrating the diversity that makes us unique\, while celebrating the commonalities that we share as well.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-regional-sister-cities-commission/
LOCATION:The Lansing Center\, 333 E Michigan Ave\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon -MSU President Samuel Stanley
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-msu-president-samuel-stanley/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190924T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190925T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: 2019 Brand Protection Strategy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Speaker MSU Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection \nJoin us September 24-25 in the fight for improving responses to product counterfeiting and protecting brands. NEW THIS YEAR: a special program designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. Hosted for our brand owner partners\, our Summit is a collaborative space for brand owners\, law enforcement\, and academia to strategize about the issues and their solutions in a forum that facilitates open\, collaborative\, meaningful\, and participant-led conversations on brand protection. Through interactive panels\, roundtable strategy sessions\, and an evening reception\, you will have the opportunity to share\, learn and network with one another\, as well as from world-renowned scholars and globally-recognized industry and law enforcement leaders. Contact us at 517.353.4336 if you’re a SME needing financial assistance! \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-2019-brand-protection-strategy-summit/
LOCATION:East Lansing\, MI Marriott University Place\, 300 M. A. C. Ave\, East Lansing\, 48823\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191004T000000
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: 2019 African Business Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Speaker 2019 African Business Symposium \nTo celebrate the ending of the Year of Global Africa\, Michigan State University is hosting aninaugural African Business Symposium. The half-day event will focus on exploring Venture Capital & Private Equity\, Technology\, and Entrepreneurship on the continent. The lecture aims to teach students and local entrepreneurs about the immense opportunities that exist in emerging markets.Highlight why\, despite global economic uncertainties\, Africa continues to growas an investment and business destination. Who should attend: Importers\, exporters\, and local entrepreneurs exploring or already working on the continent \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-2019-african-business-symposium/
LOCATION:Wharton Center for the Performing Arts\, 750 E Shaw Ln\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191010T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T001052Z
UID:10000594-1570665600-1570752000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:BisNet Conference
DESCRIPTION:Annual BisNet Conference.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/bisnet-conference/
LOCATION:Columbia\, SC\, Columbia\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191016T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000955Z
UID:10000593-1571184000-1571184000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Anthony Scaramucci
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-anthony-scaramucci/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Capital Area Manufacturers Council General Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presentation on International Trade Resources
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/capital-area-manufacturers-council-general-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:MSU Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB)\, 640 S Shaw Ln\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Tom Dickson
DESCRIPTION:Business + Sports luncheon with Tom Dickson\, Lansing Lugnuts.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-tom-dickson/
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191115T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000840Z
UID:10000590-1573776000-1573776000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:International Business Institute on the Road Workshop - Highline College
DESCRIPTION:International Business Institute on the Road Workshop with University of Washington CIBER at Highline College
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/international-business-institute-on-the-road-workshop-highline-college/
LOCATION:Highline College\, Des Moines\, WA\, 2400 S 240th St\, Des Moines\, 98198\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191118T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191118T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000747Z
UID:10000589-1574035200-1574035200@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: China Town Hall: Local Connections\, National Reflections
DESCRIPTION:Speaker George Stephanopoulos (ABC)\, Professor Aminda Smith (MSU) \nJoin communities across the United States in a national conversation on China. This event will feature an interactive webcast with four speakers\, moderated by George Stephanopoulos\, Chief Anchor at ABC News. The livecast will be followed by an on-site discussion facilitated by Associate Professor Aminda Smith\, scholar in modern Chinese History in the Department of History at MSU. Parking is available in the lot south of the International Center. Refreshments will be provided. There is no charge for this event\, but there may be a parking fee. We look forward to seeing you then! \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-china-town-hall-local-connections-national-reflections/
LOCATION:MSU International Center\, 427 N Shaw Ln\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191120T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000726Z
UID:10000588-1574208000-1574208000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:"How to take your small business global" webinar
DESCRIPTION:Michigan has resources and funding to help your small business export its products  whether you are new to exporting or are already exporting and looking to enter new markets. Learn from program administrators and local business leaders about how to navigate international trade. Hosted by Crain’s Detroit Content Studio with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and guests from Michigan’s Redi-Rock International Director of Sales Kevin Loe and OPS Solutions President/CEO Paul Ryznar.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/how-to-take-your-small-business-global-webinar/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191121T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000643Z
UID:10000587-1574294400-1574294400@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Regional Growth Awards
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-regional-growth-awards/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191210T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000620Z
UID:10000586-1575936000-1575936000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Economic Forecast/Bill Adams PNC
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-economic-forecast-bill-adams-pnc/
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191212T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191212T000000
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CREATED:20240319T195711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000529Z
UID:10000585-1576108800-1576108800@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Michigan Business Network - Economic Forecast Breakfast\, Dec 12\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Business Network held their annual Michigan Economic Forecast Series breakfast on Dec.12th. The breakfast includes an economic forecast of the mid-Michigan area for 2020. This year’s panel includes: Chris Holman – Michigan Business Network Jade Sims – International Business Center at MSU Mike Maurer – Accident Fund Insurance of America Jack Schripsema – Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau Tim Damen – Lansing Regional Chamber Bob Trezise – Lansing Economic Area Partnership Dr. Charles Ballard – Michigan State University Part of the breakfast included the release of the Michigan Future Business Index Survey. The latest Michigan Future Business Index (MFBI) data show more than eight-in-ten (82 percent) of statewide business leaders representing small- to mid-sized businesses remain satisfied with the overall economy. Satisfaction is strongest in West Michigan (88 percent) and Metro Detroit (82 percent). . Link to 2019 Fall MFBI Survey: FALL 2019 MFBI REPORT (pdf)
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/michigan-business-network-economic-forecast-breakfast-dec-12-2019/
LOCATION:The University Club of MSU\, 3435 Forest Rd\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000432Z
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SUMMARY:Detroit ExporTech _ Train the Trainer
DESCRIPTION:globalEDGE presentation by Jade and Erkan for the professors and administrators at the Lawrence Technological University.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/detroit-exportech-_-train-the-trainer/
LOCATION:Southfield\, MI\, Southfield\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200122T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200125T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000413Z
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SUMMARY:AACC Workforce Development Institute
DESCRIPTION:American Association of Community College’s Workforce Development Institute
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/aacc-workforce-development-institute-2/
LOCATION:Amelia Island\, FL\, Amelia Island\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200207T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200210T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000353Z
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SUMMARY:CCID Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Community Colleges for International Development Annual Conference
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/ccid-annual-conference-5/
LOCATION:St. Petersburg\, FL\, St. Petersburg\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200221T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200424T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000330Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: ExporTech (TM) Export Acceleration Training (3 days: February 21\, March 20\, April 24)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker MSU IBC & US Department of Commerce \nPlease contact us before registering on this site; this program is by interview only. ExporTech™ 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-3-days-february-21-march-20-april-24/
LOCATION:FosterSwift Law Offices\, 313 South WA Square\, Lansing\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200228T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200228T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000310Z
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SUMMARY:Detroit ExporTech Company Training on Market Research
DESCRIPTION:Presented resources for international market research to the participating companies of the Detroit ExporTech
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/detroit-exportech-company-training-on-market-research/
LOCATION:Southfield\, MI\, Southfield\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200611T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000249Z
UID:10000579-1587600000-1591833600@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:NASBITE National Conference
DESCRIPTION:Annual NASBITE Conference
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/nasbite-national-conference/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200508T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200508T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000225Z
UID:10000578-1588896000-1588896000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Community Colleges for International Development Webinar Series: Internationalizing Business Curriculum & Courses
DESCRIPTION:This webinar discusses ways of internationalizing your college’s business curriculum through free resources from Michigan State University CIBER\, including the globalEDGE website and the customizable International Business Institute programs offered at community colleges across the nation.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/community-colleges-for-international-development-webinar-series-internationalizing-business-curriculum-courses/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200513T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200513T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000202Z
UID:10000577-1589328000-1589328000@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Michigan Trade & Tariffs Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Michigan Business & Agriculture Panel \nThe event will feature a panel of Michigan entrepreneurs\, farmers\, small business owners\, and manufacturers who would welcome the elimination of tariffs as they strive to navigate and survive the complexities of the market. We’ve scheduled speakers from: National Association of Wheat Growers\, Cherry Central Cooperative\, Mabuchi Motor America Corp.\, Amway\, MSU\, FosterSwift. The Michigan-focused roundtable is hosted with Tariffs Hurt the Heartland\, a bipartisan\, nationwide\, grassroots effort supported by over 160 of the countrys largest trade organizations\, representing thousands of businesses as well as agriculture producers\, manufacturers\, workers and consumers across the USA. Further information about the group is available at www.tariffshurt.com. \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-michigan-trade-tariffs-town-hall/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200526T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200526T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000142Z
UID:10000576-1590451200-1590451200@ibc.broad.msu.edu
SUMMARY:Lansing Regional Chamber - Economic Club\, S. Bobby Mukammala - May 26\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Dr. S. Bobby Mukkamala\, president of Michigan State Medical Society\, who will speak on the re-opening of Michigan.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-regional-chamber-economic-club-s-bobby-mukammala-may-26-2020/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200602T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000120Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: The New USMCA and its Implications for Michigan Agricultural Business in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Consul General of Canada in Detroit Joseph Comartin & Guests \nJoin the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development’s International Marketing Program\, Consul General of Canada in Detroit Joseph Comartin\, Quebec Delegation’s Martine Hébert and guests as we discuss the new U.S.-Canada-Mexico trade agreement\, its updates from NAFTA and their implications for Michigan businesses engaging in trade with Canada. Registrants will be sent a link to the Microsoft Teams meeting prior to the event. \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-the-new-usmca-and-its-implications-for-michigan-agricultural-business-in-canada/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200603T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200603T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T100816
CREATED:20240319T195639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T000102Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: POSTPONED Small and Medium Size Business Toolkit for Brand Protection: Why it's important for SMEs to protect their brands
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Jay KennedyPOSTPONED: NEW DATE TBD Dr. Jay P. Kennedy is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed to the School of Criminal Justice and the Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection.   In this role he is actively involved in research\, education\, and outreach efforts that focus on external partners including corporations\, industry associations\, and law enforcement agencies.  Together with his team of researchers\, Dr. Kennedy has developed a toolkit designed for small business owners to proactively address intellectual property (IP) concerns with limited budgets.  His other current research explores managerial and organizational responses to employee theft within small and medium enterprises\, the incarceration and post-incarceration experiences of white-collar offenders\, the sale of counterfeit goods on the Internet\, and the structure of occupational pharmaceutical counterfeiting schemes. Dr. Kennedy’s work has been published in a number of outlets\, including American Behavioral Scientist\, Criminal Justice Review\, Journal of Crime and Justice\, Journal of Financial Crime\, Security Journal\, and Victims and Offenders.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-postponed-small-and-medium-size-business-toolkit-for-brand-protection-why-its-important-for-smes-to-protect-their-brands/
LOCATION:MSU Henry Center for Executive Development\, 3535 Forest Rd.\, Lansing\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Academy of International Business Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Annual Conference of the Academy of International Business (AIB); the leading association of scholars and specialists in the field of international business. The AIB 2020 will be held online.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/academy-of-international-business-annual-conference-5/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:International Trade Bootcamp at George Washington University
DESCRIPTION:International trade bootcamp for GW students\, presentation on globalEDGE
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/international-trade-bootcamp-at-george-washington-university/
LOCATION:George WA University\, 2121 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20052\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: A Brand's New World: The Future of Challenges in Brand Protection
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Speakers Listed on Website \nThe Michigan State University International Business and GBClub are partnering with the Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection (A-CAPP) as it hosts a special conference on brand protection issues post-pandemic\, looking into the future. This conference will be offered virtually to facilitate collaborative and meaningful discussions on strategies and issues in brand and product protection going forward in the next one to two years. Especially interesting for our audience will be a session for SMEs on protecting intellectual property while exporting\, featuring Professor Jay P. Kennedy from the School of Criminal Justice. Attendees will have the opportunity to share\, learn and network with one another. Join the A-CAPP Center and us with other academic\, industry and law enforcement partners as they host a series of short discussion-based panels over a 3 day period. This is a free event but requires registration. \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-a-brands-new-world-the-future-of-challenges-in-brand-protection/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Lansing Regional Chamber - Economic Club\, Future of MSU Athletics\, August 10\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Bill Beekman\, Athletic Director\, Michigan State University Monday\, August 10th 11-noon. Beekman will discuss the current state of Michigan State University Athletics and how they plan to operate in a COVID-19 world.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-regional-chamber-economic-club-future-of-msu-athletics-august-10-2020/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:IBC
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