Speaker: Cherry Central Cooperative, 2010 Michigan Agriculture Exporter of the YearThis morning seminar will provide you with the information and resources to expand your customer base by establishing or intensifying your global presence! Seasoned experts will be on hand to help you address your unique concerns—from financing and government regulations to shipping products and getting paid. 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.

Catherine Creamer, Executive Director of Art Prize. Program begins at Noon; please arrive early for registration & networking. Single Tickets $40, or tables of eight $300 (includes lunch). Pre-registration is required.

Capitol Day is MEDA's annual legislative conference. This one-day conference includes sessions on the latest legislative issues related to economic development as well as State and Federal agency updates on economic development initiatives and laws. Capital Day also provides a unique opportunity to sit down one-on-one with your local legislator and discuss issues specific to your community or region. Capitol Day attendees are encouraged to invite their legislators and their staff. Dr. Tomas Hult will be delivering a session titledOpportunities and Challenges in Importing and Exporting in the Current Climate.

Speaker University Distinguished Professor Max KreininThis ½ day seminar and luncheon will propose solutions to dealing with all types of risk encountered by companies that are doing business internationally or interested in starting. Professionals in the fields of trade finance, foreign exchange, private insurance and business law will be on hand. Our luncheon keynote speaker is University Distinguished Professor of Economics (Trade/International Finance) Max Kreinin. Professor Kreinin is a consultant to the Council on Foreign Relations and several federal and state agencies, and will speak on the current European economic situation and its implications for international business.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.

Jim Herbert, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Neogen Corporation. Program begins at Noon; please arrive early for registration & networking. Single Tickets $40, or tables of eight $300 (includes lunch). Pre-registration is required.

Howdy Holmes, President & CEO, Chelsea Milling Co. (Jiffy Mix). Program begins at Noon; please arrive early for registration & networking. Single Tickets $40, or tables of eight $300 (includes lunch). Pre-registration is required.

Join the Special Libraries Association Michigan Chapter on May 2 to learn about globalEDGE, a free international business website that offers a wealth of information, insights, and resources on global business activities. globalEDGE has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and cited as a Best of the Best Business Website for International Business research by the Business Reference and Services Section (BRASS) of the ALA. globalEDGE features include a Resource Desk with links to thousands of high-quality international business websites, a vast IB glossary, Export Tutorials FAQ, and sections on trade blocs, countries, states, and industries featuring insights on doing business in the worlds markets and industries. Additionally, globalEDGE hosts an international business blog, the Market Potential Index for Emerging Markets, a Database of International Business Statistics (DIBS), and numerous other tools and resources for the international business practitioner, researcher, or educator. Sarah Singer, Assistant Director of MSUs International Business Center, will show us why globalEDGE is widely used by faculty, students, librarians, and business people around the world and how you can incorporate it into your research repertoire.

Speaker John Hendrickson, Executive Vice President, PerrigoRegistration: http://www.gvsu.edu/wtw/ The World Trade Week Business Conference 2012 – Achieving Export Growth – has much to offer to both novice and experienced exporters. Join us as we hear from experts and specialists about strategies, opportunities and resources available to help businesses increase international sales.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.

Speaker Speakers from U.S. Census, Border Control, etc. Wed, May 9: AES SEMINAR Thu, May 10: PcLink WORKSHOP Is your company compliant? It is important you understand the current requirements of the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and how to avoid penalties and possible seizure of your commodities. In addition it is vital to provide accurate and complete data in efforts to help the trade make sound business decisions. This seminar will include clarifications to the Foreign Trade Regulations including ITAR & EAR, an overview of the AES, commodity classification, hands-on AESpc Link training, and more. Click on the flyer for registration. Shawn Shannon, shawn@m-palm.com 443.895.8881 NOTE: Included in your registration fee is the option to meet with an DEC member for a one-on-one 20 minute counseling session. Please contact Jade Sims, sims@bus.msu.edu 517.884.1660 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.

Coface Country Risk events focus on the outlook for business-to-business trade around the world. Attendees include companies, banks, academics, and professionals from the international trade community. The New York meeting focuses on the short-term economic situation on a region by region basis.