Overview of Small Business & Technology Development Center - Chris Wendel, SBTDC Michigan Economic Development Corporation, STEP Grant Program - Chris Bosio, MEDC Export Team Finding New Markets & Strategies for Building an Export Plan - Kendra Kuo, U.S. Department of Commerce Resources for Research & Export Training - Jade Sims, MSU International Business Center International Shipping and Logistics - Susan Edwards, FedEx Getting Paid/Export Financing - Tony Talbot, Huntington National Bank
Speaker: Athena Trentin (Global Talent Retention Initiative), Ryan Lamb (FosterSwift PC)This evening seminar event will help you learn how to infuse your company with young, energetic, international talent and the language and cultural skills and experience to help you explore global markets. We will discuss how to make connections with student interns, and affordable short- and long-term hiring options that exist.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.