AACCs Workforce Development Institute 2018(WDI) continues to be a pre-eminent opportunity for in-depth exchanges and networking for economic and workforce leaders at community colleges and their partners. On campuses and in communities across the country, innovation abounds: in program design, development, and delivery, in services to students and employers, and in creative solutions to workforce and economic development challenges.

Speaker The Gluten Free Bar Our morning seminar will focus on the topic of Global Branding; we will explore methods for presenting a consistent brand while tailoring the message to best reach global audiences with unique preferences in the ways they are reached. Our luncheon keynote will be presented by brand owners of The Gluten Free Bar, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's (MDARD) first-ever recipient of the 2017 Michigan export Rising Star Award. The Rising Star Award was created to recognize a company that is new to exporting or is just starting to increase their exports into one or more countries. The Gluten Free Bar sets a great example for other small- and medium-sized companies as to the opportunities exports provide in generating more sales and growth for a company, said Jamie Clover Adams, MDARD Director. Exports are critical to the Michigan food and agriculture economy, and companies like The Gluten Free Bar are a vital part of the growth. Join us to find out how they're growing the company through exporting, network with growers and food processors, and learn the ins-and-outs of achieving global success! 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.

The International Business Institute for Community College Faculty is a one-day workshop hosted by South Arkansas Community College in El Dorado, Arkansas.

Glenn Stevens is the Executive Director of MICHauto and Vice President of Automotive and Mobility Initiatives at the Detroit Regional Chamber. In his role, Stevens provides strategic direction to the MICHauto program in its efforts to promote, grow, and retain Michigans automotive and next-generation mobility industries. MICHauto is a statewide industry association focused on developing the states automotive and mobility industry in the key areas of: Talent, Advocacy, Industry Awareness, Business Attraction and Mobility.

CCID Annual Meeting

The theme for the IV International Symposium on Languages for Specific Purposes (ISLSP)/CIBER Business Language Conference is LSP Vectors: Strengthening Interdisciplinary Connections

Lansing Mayor, Andy Schor will discuss his first few months in office and changes to occur.

The Entrepreneur YOU conference is designed to educate women with a passion for owning their own business about the challenges and opportunities inherent to the endeavor from planning through launch to growth. The conference provides a broad overview of topics such as marketing, finance, legal issues, business funding and more. In addition to sharpening skills, you will gain powerful contacts and learn new information to drive successful business results.

The NASBITE International Annual Conference, March 22-23, draws educators, exporters, specialists, and students from all across North America. The Conference offers a variety of education and networking opportunities and seeks to recognize outstanding and innovative developments in the area of international trade education, counseling, training, and research. The National Small Business Exporter Summit on March 21 showcases best-in-class exporters from around the country who share their expertise in exporting excellence.

By integrating global business coursework and modules into the class curriculum, students will begin to have a firm understanding of the inter-connectivity of global commerce and its implications in their daily lives. Join us and find out how.