The University of Toledo College of Business and Innovation and the Michigan State University Eli Broad College of Business are pleased to present this important educational program, along with our international partner schools: Manufacturing Management Research Centers (MMRC) of the University of Tokyo (Japan), IE Business School (Spain), PSG Institute of Management (India), Business Schools of Kyungpook National University (Korea), Hanyang University (Korea), Zhejiang University (China) and Institute for Manufacturing of the University of Cambridge (UK).Since the first annual conference was held in 2007 (The University of Toledo, USA), international partner schools hosted in Korea (2008), India (2009), Spain (2010), Japan (2012). This years theme is Building Bridges Between Theory and Practice as we focus on forging private-public and industry-university partnerships in Global Supply Chain Management and related areas, with special emphasis on automotive, healthcare, green business and sustainability industries.We recognize that progressive companies doing business internationally must consistently use every resource at their disposal to succeed. With our eye on success in the real world, we are presenting an event that will enable you to: Benefit from the latest supply chain management research being conducted at universities from around the world Learn from renowned global supply professionals implementing best practices Participate in ground-breaking panel discussions between business and academia that will influence programs for future supply chain students Build relationships with other business professionals, including human resource experts Collectively influence key international policies through significant workshops

The JAMS Editor will be at the Strategic Management Society annual conference in Atlanta, September 28-October 1.

2013 CN Forum: SYNERGETIC TRANSFORMATIONOF THE GREAT LAKES REGIONThe CN Forum, presented by the Michigan State University Canadian Studies Center and sponsored by the Canadian National Railway Company, is an annual conference designed to improve the Great Lakes Region on both sides of the border. While the theme of the forum changes from year to year, the goal remains the same: to provide an environment conducive to productive dialogue that leads to real positive change.The CN Forum is host to individuals from many different professional backgrounds, including business leaders, legislators, educators, and students, who are all interested in working as a collaborative effort to improve the region as a whole.

Speaker Meet with Directors & Representatives of Michigan's overseas network!4-6pm Directors & Representatives of Michigan's overseas trade offices will give brief presentations about opportunities in their countries and the services offered by their offices. Time will be given for questions and conversations during this informal reception. Represented countries include Brazil, Canada, China, Mexico & United Arab Emirates. Sponsors: MEDC Export Office, FosterSwiftThe 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.

Weis' presentation is entitled Healthcare Reform--What Still Needs to Be Done and will cover the following: The Healthcare Environment Mayo Clinic Strategic Priorities Mayo Clinic's Solutions Mayo Clinic Care Network and Sparrow This event is generously sponsored by Sparrow Health System.

The JAMS Editor will be at Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien (Vienna University of Economics and Business) in Austria, October 23-25.

If you're at the Society for Marketing Advances meeting in Hilton Head, make sure to say hi to the JAMS Editor!

The JAMS editor will be at ESPM in Sao Paulo, Brazil (http://www2.espm.br/international), November 16-20, and giving a presentation.

Lansing Economic Club's annual Healthcare Forum featuring a joint presentation from the Mayo Clinic and Sparrow Health System

Our morning event will cover the basic concepts in exporting--from doing market research to select your target market and method of entry to the logistics and legalities of shipping your product overseas and getting paid. This session will offer a wealth of information to those considering or new to exporting, as well as some tips and ideas for those already in the export game. A portion of the morning will include group discussion, as well as time for questions and answers. Our luncheon keynote, John Toles, has dedicated his entire career to international trade, spending the past year as the founding director of the Detroit Regional Office of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. Ex-Im Bank provides working capital guarantees (pre-export financing); export credit insurance; and loan guarantees and direct loans. These services enable U.S. companies large and small to turn export opportunities into real sales that help to maintain and create U.S. jobs and contribute to a stronger national economy. Prior to joining ExIm, John was managing partner and founder of Supply Chain Shipping LLC. John serves on the District Export Council, and is a graduate of Western Michigan University.