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SUMMARY:Private Sector Forum on Africa
DESCRIPTION:This program will feature panelists from the US Department of Commerce (USDoC)\, private sector companies engaged in African investment\, and African University representatives. The panel will begin with a brief overview of the landscape of US investment in Africa from Robert Telchin (US DoC)\, after which panelists will give brief remarks about their experiences with private sector engagement in Africa. The panelists will then engage in a dialogue with the audience about the potential of innovative partnerships to shape future engagement among African and global universities; private sector investors; non-governmental and governmental actors \nand others to meet global challenges.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/private-sector-forum-on-africa/
LOCATION:MSU Breslin Center\, 534 Birch Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training
DESCRIPTION:A 2-day training for international business professionals on the basics of global management\, marketing\, trade finance\, and logistics.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/nasbite-certified-global-business-professional-cgbp-training-2/
LOCATION:MTU\, Houghton\, MI\, 1400 Townsend Dr\, Houghton\, 49931\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Department of Economics Seminar Series: Central Bank Digital Currency and the Future of Monetary Policy
DESCRIPTION:Michigan State UniversityDepartment of Economics hostsMichael Bordo\,Board of Governors Professor of Economics\, Rutgers University\, on November 9\, 2018 tospeak on Central Bank Digital Currency and the Future of Monetary Policy. A number of major central banks over the world are actively exploring the initiation of sovereign digital currencies. In this analysis\, Professor Bordo considers how a central bank digital currency (CBDC) can transform all aspects of the international monetary system and facilitate the systematic and transparent conduct of monetary policy. Biography at:https://economics.rutgers.edu/component/content/article?id=217:bordo-michael-d. Moreinformation at:http://econ.msu.edu/seminars/index.php.All seminars are in the Koo Room (Rm. 5A Marshall-Adams Hall; annex behind the main building) unless otherwise noted.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/department-of-economics-seminar-series-central-bank-digital-currency-and-the-future-of-monetary-policy/
LOCATION:East Lansing\, MI\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Mid-America Trade Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2018 Summit provides a unique opportunity to bring together top exporters\, global trade leaders and trade assistance providers from across Mid-America. Outstanding exporters from across Mid-America have been invited to share their export stories  highlighting best practices and/or lessons learned that have contributed to their export success. \nThe Summit’s fast-paced\, high-touch format provides exporters\, trade assistance providers and educators with direct access to high-level networking and shared-learning opportunities designed to guide export expansion. This will be a premier regional event for companies focused on advancing trade and driving business growth.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/mid-america-trade-summit/
LOCATION:Columbia\, MO\, Columbia\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Lansing Economic Club Luncheon - Celebration of Regional Growth Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Celebration of Regional Growth Awards recognizes businesses for their new economic investment and job creation in the Greater Lansing region. The 65 companies that we have recognized have together contributed over $2.5 billion in new economic growth in this region
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/lansing-economic-club-luncheon-celebration-of-regional-growth-awards-3/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:IBC
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SUMMARY:Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Preparing for Defense Industry Trade Shows & Sales
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Jean Schtokal\, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC \nDefense industry sales can be lucrative; however\, companies selling to the industry have additional concerns. This seminar will discuss where to find and bid on potential contracts\, and what to consider before opening discussions with potential partners or attending industry trade shows. The program will terminate with a reception and time for questions and open networking. \nThe 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.
URL:https://ibc.broad.msu.edu/event/global-business-club-of-mid-michigan-preparing-for-defense-industry-trade-shows-sales/
LOCATION:MSU\, 426 Auditorium Road\, East Lansing\, 48824\, United States
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