international business

Building Intercultural Skills: Japanese Business Culture

Japan has grown to be one of the Kansas City region’s top international partners. With the new Panasonic plant locating in DeSoto, Kan., we anticipate more regional engagement with Japanese companies and their suppliers. Understanding key foundational economic and cultural knowledge can facilitate transnational and intercultural relationship building that directly...

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Talking Trade: Coffee & Networking Event

Join us and other area business leaders for a morning of coffee and networking to discuss international trade topics with like-minded individuals. Whether you are a seasoned expert in international trade, or just starting out, this event provides you an informal platform to connect with peers and international service providers. This event...

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Mid-America Trade Summit

The 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 are invited to share their export stories — highlighting “best practices” and lessons learned that have contributed to their export success. The Summit's fast-paced, high-touch...

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Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training

The NASBITE CGBP credential confirms knowledge in international trade and assures that the individuals that are certified are able to practice global business at the professional level required in today’s competitive environment. The CGBP credential raises the level of practice in the field, provides professional development goals for credential holders,...

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