International ventures can intimidate even the most seasoned entrepreneur. Now is your chance to move your business ahead in the world. Cosponsored by Michigan State University's Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), Detroit College of Law at MSU, the Greater Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Lansing Community College, the monthly Forum provides outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities for anyone interested in doing business in the global economy-whether you import, export or provide services.

The second China Supply Chain Forum promises to be even more rewarding for participants as it probes more deeply into changes and challenges in the supply chain industry in China. This year's theme, Supply Chain in China - the Challenges of Transformation, strives to capture the challenges that the foreign enterprises are facing in the supply chain management during their market entry.

Mr. Pezza's presentation will highlight the undergoing strategic initiatives aimed at successfully positioning Michigan in the global economy. Key issues will include redefining Michigan's global image, increasing research and development efforts by organizations in Michigan, attracting new industry sectors to Michigan, regional collaborations involving Michigan organizations, and incentive targeting for organizations to join the Michigan business environment.

Jonathan Elendu's presentation will focus current events and business climate in Nigeria. He will highlight excerpt from his newest book The Amazon Takes a Bow.

This full day conference will present expert analysis of issues and trends in international trade, with breakout sessions to examine trade impacts on the environment, human health and economic development. The conference will focus on Trade and Economic Development, featuring speakers from a variety of governmental agencies and corporations.

Mr. Sjoberg's presentation will outline how to build and grow a foreign subsidiary in Michigan (SSAB is located in Mason, Michigan). It is a story of a Swedish company coming to the U.S. in 1997 (Sweden is ranked #3 on global competitiveness in the world). He will touch on reasons why SSAB selected Michigan as its location, along the way discussing the initial groundbreaking to the finished plant to quadrupling in size in the last five years.

"Building Successful Global Brands" - presented by Tim O'Donovan, CEO and President of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. Mr. O'Donovan will provide insights into the challenges and rewards associated with building strategies and global brands for Wolverine World Wide Inc.

A seminar to assist faculty take steps to prevent possible emergencies as well as be informed of the process to follow during a crisis abroad.

MSU will invite hundreds of high school students, teachers, administrators, and parents to campus to explore a world of languages during World Languages Day. Free to all participants, this event will focus on the experiences that languages offer, and highlight the opportunities available for language study at MSU.

Presented by John W. MacIlroy, President and Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Manufacturers Association. As American manufacturing emerges from a long, difficult recession, leaders are recognizing important new realities. The recession suggested structural change, reflecting a mix of global and domestic challenges. Mr. MacIlroy will share insights into policy agenda for MMA and talk about where it's heading from both a "structural reality" and policy basis.