Detroit Regional Partnership

Certified Global Business Professional Virtual Bootcamp
2020-11-30 09:00 (America/Detroit)
This training prepares business professionals in all major areas of international trade, including the domains of Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Management and Trade Finance.
Participants will receive the knowledge and resources required to sit for the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) exam, an accreditation confirming knowledge in international trade. The CGBP designation shows employers and the public that the individual is proficient in global business and capable of working with the level of expertise and professionalism that is required in today’s competitive environment.
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Trade During and After Times of COVID-19
2020-10-29 09:00
How is COVID-19 affecting U.S. trade and export? Join keynote speaker, Senior Business Economist Paul Traub, the Detroit Regional Partnership and several panelists for a discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic and how the associated recession is affecting U.S. trade. Learn how these unprecedented times have altered U.S. trade and how companies in the future plan to strategize on doing international business.
Register online today for this free virtual event by clicking here.

Automation Alley's Trade Mission to South Africa
2020-10-09 09:00
Automation Alley is seeking Michigan companies to join its trade mission to South Africa to participate in the Africa Health Exposition 2020, Sub-Sahara’s largest annual healthcare event that attracts more than 10,000 healthcare and trade professionals from 67 countries worldwide. The majority of the attendees are senior-level business executives, government officials and other key decision makers responsible for procurement.
In addition to medical equipment and healthcare services, South Africa also has a strong demand for the following Michigan-made products, services and technologies:

Automotive
Environment and pollution control technologies
IT and ICT
Renewable energy

Date/Time Information:
Trade Mission Dates: Oct. 9-17, 2020 (includes travel days)
Registration Deadline: Sept.11, 2020
Fees/Admission:
Member Price: $3500
Non Member Price: $4500

Automation Alley's Virtual Trade Mission to Mexico
2020-09-21 09:00
Let Automation Alley help your company expand business opportunities in Mexico by reaching new customers, agents and distributors in the world’s second-largest market for U.S. exports.
Date/Time Information:
Trade Mission Dates: Sept. 21-25, 2020
Registration Deadline: August 7, 2020
This trade mission is made possible in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Participation is limited to 10 companies and the deadline to register is August 7, 2020. The cost to participate is $1,000 for Automation Alley members and $1,500 for non-members. The price includes business briefings by the U.S. Embassy and Mexican trade organizations, matchmaking meetings and translators.

Doing Business in Japan Online Event
2020-09-16 08:00
Japan is Michigan’s fifth-largest market, with Michigan exporting over USD $1.4 billion worth of goods to Japan in 2018. Although Michigan businesses already have a strong presence in Japan’s economy, there are numerous possibilities for growth and further development of commercial business ties. The key to taking advantage of these opportunities with the free trade agreement is to understand current best practices of doing business in Japan.
Join GVSU’s Van Andel Global Trade Center and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) on September 16, 2020 for a virtual/online event to gain practical knowledge and resources to succeed in Doing Business in Japan.
Underwritten by: MEDC

Van Andel Global Trade Center USMCA Virtual Training
2020-07-15 13:00
WHAT USMCA MEANS FOR BUSINESS – VIRTUAL/LIVE: 2 SESSIONS OVER 2 DAYS
This virtual/live training takes place over the course of two days to provide you with the same amount of content that attendees would receive from our in-person sessions. Registrants will be sent a link to the sessions 24 hours before the training begins.
Session 1: July 15, 2020 – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Session 2: July 16, 2020 – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The new United States, Mexico, Canada Free Trade Agreement (USMCA) has replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which took effect in 1994. The new agreement includes many updated provisions and clauses. Learn the basics of the new USMCA and how it will affect your company.
Pricing
Non-Member Price
$215.00
Member Price
$150.00
