Speaker MSU IBC & US Dept. of Commerce 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 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 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.

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

American Association of Community College's Workforce Development Institute

Community Colleges for International Development Annual Conference

Speaker Dr. John's Healthy Sweets NEW DATE: 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.

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

2019 International Business Luncheon with guest economist Paul Traub. Paul focuses on Michigan's current economy plus perspective of economic issues from around world.

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

2019 Sports Business Luncheon with former Major League Baseball Umpire Rocky Roe! TheFormer MLB umpire recently spoke at the 2019 Sports Business Luncheon on Tuesday, April 9th at the University Club of MSU! Rocky was first brought up to the American League after the 1979 umpires' strike. He worked the 1990 World Series, 1994 All-Star Game and 1999 World Series most notably, in addition to four Division Series and three League Championship Series.