The JAMS Editor will participate in the AMA Summer Educators' Conference in Boston, August 9-11.

The JAMS Editor will be at the AOM Annual Conference, August 9-13.

Speaker Jim Foley, Director of the Turner Center at Bradley University and author This 2-day training (8am-5pm August 12-13) is sponsored by the MEDC for its export partners and is open by invitation only. It is aligned with the national NASBITE CGBP trade professional exam and will support efforts of participants to sit for the national exam. This training covers the Primary Content Areas of the exam:Global Management, Global Marketing, International Supply Chain Mgmt, Trade Finance, Best resources & data sourcesThe 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 Jim Foley, Director of the Turner Center at Bradley University and author This 2-day training (8am-5pm August 14-15) is sponsored by the MEDC for its export partners and is open by invitation only. It is aligned with the national NASBITE CGBP trade professional exam and will support efforts of participants to sit for the national exam. This training covers the Primary Content Areas of the exam:Global Management, Global Marketing, International Supply Chain Mgmt, Trade Finance, Best resources & data sourcesThe 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 Robert Selig, President and CEO, Capital Region Airport AuthorityJoin us for our first Global Business Club program of the season! Gain a basic understanding of import/export management--including logistics, dealing with overseas partners, and which local resources are there to support you. Attendees with also hear from local logistics providers and new regulatory changes--including the new Chinese VAT and US Customs enforcement of ISF (10+2)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 Delany is the current commissioner of the Big Ten Conference, a role in which he has served since 1989. He is regarded among college athletics as being influential in the creation of the Bowl Championship Series and its maintenance. During his tenure as commissioner of the Big Ten Conference, Delany has overseen: The creation of the Big Ten Network The expansion of the conference to 14 schools with the addition of Penn State University in 1990, the University of Nebraska in 2011 and in 2012, the University of Maryland and Rutgers University. Guaranteed participation for Big Ten schools in seven different bowl games Development and implementation of the first college football instant replay system An increase in average Big Ten football game attendance from 58,000 per game to 72,000 per game by 2005 Negotiations with CBS to achieve a US$6 billion 11-year contract for men's basketball NCAA tournament games

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.