On May 17, 2016, I found myself touching down on the other side of the globe. I was in the biggest city in the world—Tokyo, Japan. I was about to meet delegates from around the globe and bring my work to the world stage at the first ever G7 Craftswomen Symposium. It was a big…
Anne Whelan, president and CEO of Seafair Capital Inc., was invited to participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Women and the Economy Forum as a Government of Canada representative after NLOWE put her name forward to Global Affairs Canada’s Business Women in International Trade Program. Held this past June in Lima, Peru, the APEC…
Selling outside the domestic market can take your business to a new and exciting level. Entering new markets can grow your business and create new streams of revenue, but it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. A lot of preparation and research is necessary to decide what market would best suit your business. To…
First time event. First time for Atlanta. And a first for the mother-and-son team of Fitz’s Mobile Welding, Susan and Paul Fitzgerald. “The trade mission was our first mission,” said Susan. “We found it to be a very valuable educational experience. We had successful business-to-business meetings. These meetings provided our company with positive opportunities for…
Get vaccinated. Make sure you know what vaccinations are needed and what risks you are taking when entering the country. Some countries will not allow entry without the proper vaccinations. Do your research and make educated decisions when it comes to your health. Keep your passport safe. While travelling can be an adventure and a…
Plug it in (your purse). Neatly organize all chargers and power cords, along with all tablets, phones, cameras and other electronics in your purse. If one charger can be used for two devices then leave the extra cord at home. You can carry your purse onboard along with a carry-on, so this is a great…
Bring snacks. Let’s face it, airports and gas stations give us lots of sugary, fat-filled snack options, and when you are hungry, it’s easy to get tempted when healthy options are hard to come by. Problem solved: pack your own including nuts, fruits, & granola bars, and it will save you money! Snack Smart Solutions…
