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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® LA - PHX - NYC Important Update on USMCA Part 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® LA – PHX – NYC \n–> Important Update on USMCA (Part 2 of 3) \n\nThursday\, May 21st at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm London / 9pm Dubai / 10:30pm Mumbai\nThis month is a special event that coordinates leaders in our Los Angeles\, Phoenix\, New York City\, Chicago and Texas chapters\, and includes District Export Council leadership and members in Los Angeles\, Phoenix and New York… to discuss where things stand with USMCA\, and what comes next. \nThe session is designed for exporters and importers to better understand and prepare for what comes next with USMCA\, and ideally to influence the outcome\, if possible. Certainly we want everyone to be ready for probable outcomes. \nRSVP at the ticket section above or directly to LAX@globalchamber.org. \nAgenda (one hour) \n\nKeynote Presentations\nRoundtable Q&A\n\nThis is a follow-up discussion\, part 2 of 3. \nSpeakers \n \nCarol Colombo – Founder/Managing Member at Fedelta Partners; Chair at Arizona District Export Council \nCarol Colombo is a co-founder and co-managing member of Fedelta Partners\, an Arizona-based management company that oversees the private investment holdings primarily of its members\, with sector specific focus on real estate\, secured debt portfolios and operating businesses in the technology\, health and energy sectors. She is also the CEO of Alert GPS\, a technology company that provides sector-leading safety solutions to the enterprise and consumer markets and provides core-alerting technology to state law enforcement for issuing Amber Alerts. \nMs. Colombo has been an investor in\, and officer and director of\, numerous entities. She co-founded Colombo & Bonacci\, P.C. (1992)\, a boutique law firm specializing in international business law. She co-founded Pivotal Research Centers and helped build it into one of the largest private clinical research organizations in the US prior to its successful sale to a publicly traded company in 2005. She sits on the board of directors of PYX Health\, where she served as board chair from 2017 until 2023. \nMs. Colombo contributes her time to advance international trade and economic development objectives. She is (since 1994) the State of Arizona’s liaison to the United States Trade Representative’s Office (USTR). She has advised many past administrations in Arizona regarding international trade and economic development. Ms. Colombo has lobbied and helped obtain state and federal funding for trade\, transportation and economic development initiatives that have been implemented throughout North America. \n  \n \nWilliam (Bill) Edwards – Founder at Edwards Global Services; Global Executive & Advisor \nWilliam (Bill) Edwards has a four-decade career accelerating the international growth of more than 30 companies. Bill is an expert on choosing the right global markets for specific brands\, country market research\, strategic planning\, partner due diligence\, new country start-ups\, global trend analysis\, growing existing country operations\, supply chain management and cultural adaptation. His career covers international operations\, executive and entrepreneurial experience in the energy\, technology\, licensing\, food and beverage\, management consulting and retail sectors. Bill’s purpose is imparting the wisdom he has learned over time. \nBill has worked with Fortune 50\, INC 5000 and private businesses. Bill has lived in 7 countries in North America\, Asia\, Europe and the Middle East and has worked on projects in over 50 countries. He currently is CEO of Southern California-based Edwards Global Services\, Inc. (EGS) which helps companies accelerate their global development into  countries that have the highest potential ROI for their specific brand. EGS has twice received the  U.S. Presidential Award for Excellence in Exporting. Bill is author of 50+ global business articles\, and is a sought-after speaker on international development\, overseas cultures\, franchise development\, licensing\, and e-commerce strategies. Biweekly he shares his global insights with his network around the world through his blog (www.geowizard.biz). Contact: bedwards@edwardsglobal.com and +1 949 375 1896 and Linkedin. \n  \n \nSarita D. Jackson\, Ph.D. – President and CEO at GRIIT (Global Research Institute of International Trade) \nSarita D. Jackson\, PhD is the founder\, president\, and CEO of the Global Research Institute of International Trade (GRIIT)\, a US-based think-tank and consulting firm. Her firm saves firms time and money\, as well as mitigates risks\, as they expand globally via up-to-date\, data-driven\, customized market research and strategy development. \nDr. Jackson is also an author\, TEDx speaker\, and business school instructor. Her book\, International Trade in Services: Effective Practice and Policy\, was recently published by Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. She received her B.A. degree in broadcast journalism and Spanish from the University of Southern California and earned a Ph.D. in political science (emphasis on international political economy) from Brown University. \n  \n \nEduardo Gonzalez – President at 258 Consulting   \nEduardo González is President of 258 Consulting\, helping companies do business between the US and Mexico. Previously he served as Deputy Trade Commissioner of ProMéxico in Phoenix. Mr. González holds a degree in Public Accounting from the Autonomous University of Baja California in Mexico\, and holds several certifications in management and risk management. He also has an extensive resume in business promotion within major Mexican companies with international exposure. Additionally\, he has vast experience representing the Mexican Government\, as he previously served as commercial delegate for Bancomext in The Hague\, Netherlands. Recently he served as State Director of the ProMexico office in the state of Baja California. \n  \n  \n \nThomas Cook – Managing Director of Blue Tiger International (bluetigerintl.com) \nTom is Managing Director of Blue Tiger International (bluetigerintl.com)\, an international business consultancy advising on supply chain management\, trade compliance\, purchasing\, trade and disruption management\, global business and logistics. Tom was former CEO of American River International in NY and Apex Global Logistics Supply Chain Operation in LA. Tom has over 35 years’ experience in assisting companies all over the world manage their import and export operations. He is a member of the NY District Export Council and serves on the board of directors of the National Association of District Export Councils (NADEC). Tom is also the Director of the National Institute of World Trade (niwt.org)\, a 30-year-old educational and training organization\, based in NY. Both Blue Tiger International and the National Institute of World Trade are strategic partners of the Department of Commerce. Tom has authored over 20 books on global trade\, the latest published in January 2026 entitled “Managing and Mitigating the Impact of Tariffs\, Pandemics\, and Trade Disruptions in the Global Supply Chain.” \n  \n  \n \nDoug Bruhnke is CEO of Global Chamber®. He’s a founder\, entrepreneur and global connector focused on advancing Global Chamber® member businesses with new clients\, and into new markets. He worked in corporate for decades\, first the Dupont Company in Asia and globally\, and later Phelps Dodge / Freeport McMoRan. Doug had two expatriate assignments\, one in Tokyo and another in Singapore. He has over 40 years of global trade experience working with clients in nearly every market segment including automotive\, aerospace\, industrial\, manufacturing\, healthcare\, life sciences\, mining\, retail and technology. \nDoug has 5 U.S. patents related to his work at Central Research in DuPont. His education includes a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah and an EMBA from Michigan State University. Doug’s affiliations include the Global Chamber®\, Arizona District Export Council\, U.S. Global Leadership Coalition\, Thunderbird Global Alumni Network (TGAN) Advisory Council and hundreds of groups in Global Chamber®. He is a German-Polish American born in New York and living in Arizona + California. Doug has a wife of 44 years\, a daughter and a superstar grandson. \nConnect with Doug here. Hear the Global Chamber® story here.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-la-phx-nyc-important-update-on-usmca-part-2-of-3/
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SUMMARY:Global Real Estate\, FDI & Business Roundtable : May 20\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Business + Economic Development + Real Estate Deals \nThis is where Business\, Economic Development and Real Estate come together to create new deals for leaders. \nYou’re invited our weekly 55 minute discussion at Global Chamber on specific and general opportunities in business\, economic development and real estate\, centered on deals completed\, pending and upcoming. \nToday… \nOn May 20th our globinar is a discussion led by Janice Teply Wright of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty discussing opportunities with Foreign Direct Investment in the U.S… the history\, the laws and what you need to know. \nThank you James Huang and Ellen Hsu for your leadership. \nSpeaker: \n \nJanice Teply Wright \nReal Estate Broker Associate at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty \nJanice earned her first real estate broker’s license in Arizona in the early 1980’s and obtained her degree in Business/Real Estate from Arizona State University. After graduating\, Janice interned for 16 months with major real estate firms throughout Europe. She went on to sell real estate in her hometown of Casper\, Wyoming\, for eight years. She later obtained her real estate broker’s license in Hawaii in 1991. She was the broker-in-charge of a five-office luxury real estate firm. She later became an owner and principal broker of Re/Max Honolulu. She is currently a broker with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty in Scottsdale\, Arizona. \n  \nFacilitators: \n \nJames Huang – Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial \nJames Huang\, a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate\, has been named Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial. Renowned for his success in brokerage\, investment\, and scaling global operations\, James previously founded and led eXp Commercial\, building it into a thriving platform. At RESAAS—a global real estate technology company serving nearly 700\,000 agents in over 160 countries—he will drive innovation\, growth\, and strategic initiatives by leveraging RESAAS’s powerful referral network\, market intelligence tools\, and data-driven insights to elevate agent success worldwide. \n  \n \nEllen Hsu\, Acc. Dir\, CCIM\, CRB\, FRI\, MRE\, MSFE\, RI – CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management \nEllen is the CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management based in Vancouver. Her career spans senior leadership roles in both private enterprises and publicly traded companies\, as well as mission driven non-profit initiatives. In addition to her real estate practice\, she serves as a Director for The CCIM Institute Foundation\, The CCIM Institute\, the Philippines Canada Trade Council\, and the Rotary Club of Vancouver Fraserview. She is dedicated to advancing the real estate profession through innovative strategies. Ellen’s global outlook\, passion for excellence\, and commitment to community engagement continue to inspire trust\, collaboration\, and long-term partnerships across the industry.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/global-real-estate-fdi-business-roundtable-may-20-2026/
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® Introduction and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® Introduction and Opportunities \nThursday\, May 21 at 6am PT / 9am ET / 1pm Accra / 2pm London / 3pm CET / 5:00pm Dubai / 6:30pm Mumbai / 9pm Singapore / 10pm Tokyo + Seoul / 11pm Sydney \n \n  \nJoin this new biweekly call to introduce Global Chamber® to new-to-the-movement leaders\, and discuss synergies to unlock global power. \nThis conversation is designed for prospective members of Global Chamber® to discuss the fit with their global goals. \nIt’s a 10 minute review of Global Chamber® and then a discussion of the fit for specific businesses\, and next steps. \n  \nFacilitator… \nDoug Bruhnke is CEO of Global Chamber®. He’s a founder\, entrepreneur and global connector focused on advancing Global Chamber® member businesses with new clients\, and into new markets. He worked in corporate for decades\, first the Dupont Company in Asia and globally\, and later Phelps Dodge / Freeport McMoRan. Doug had two expatriate assignments\, one in Tokyo and another in Singapore. He has over 40 years of global trade experience working with clients in nearly every market segment including automotive\, aerospace\, industrial\, manufacturing\, healthcare\, life sciences\, mining\, retail and technology. \nDoug has 5 U.S. patents related to his work at Central Research in DuPont. His education includes a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah and an EMBA from Michigan State University. Doug’s affiliations include the Global Chamber®\, Arizona District Export Council\, U.S. Global Leadership Coalition\, Thunderbird Global Alumni Network (TGAN) Advisory Council and hundreds of groups in Global Chamber®. He is a German-Polish American born in New York and living in Arizona + California. Doug has a wife of 44 years\, a daughter and a superstar grandson. \nConnect with Doug here. Hear the Global Chamber® story here. \n 
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-introduction-and-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber Queretaro Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® Queretaro Monthly Meet Up \n\nThursday\, May 21st at 7am PT / 9am CST / 10am ET / 2pm Accra / 3pm London / 4pm CET / 6pm Dubai / 7:30pm Mumbai / 10pm Singapore / 11pm Seoul + Tokyo\nFriday\, May 21st at 12am Sydney\n \nExpand your global reach and connect with key players in international trade at the next Global Chamber Queretaro monthly meet-up.\n\nThis event is a premier opportunity to:\nCollaborate on innovative strategies for cross-border business.\nNetwork with a diverse community of industry leaders and potential partners.\nDiscover solutions to navigate the complexities of doing business in Mexico and internationally.\n\nWe are excited to bring together local expertise and global perspectives to foster connections and help your business be GLOBAL and UNSTOPPABLE!\nSpeakers: \n\nSipele Alapai Tuionuu – Executive Director\, Querétaro \n\nSipele is a seasoned Director of Operations with extensive experience in nearshore\, offshore\, and multi-site BPO/RPO operations\, currently living and thriving in Querétaro\, Mexico. She possesses a pragmatic and collaborative leadership style\, with a proven track record of driving growth\, improving operations\, and implementing strategic business plans. Her expertise includes business establishment from concept to realization\, strategic planning\, process improvement\, and scaling operations\, consistently excelling in managing budgets and leading high-performing teams. Sipele is dedicated to helping companies establish or optimize nearshore business solutions in Mexico\, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and stakeholder satisfaction.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-queretaro-monthly-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber Monthly AI Series
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® Monthly AI Series \n\nThursday\, May 21st at 8am PT / 11am ET / 3pm Accra / 4pm London / 5pm CET / 7pm Dubai / 8:30pm Mumbai / 11pm Singapore\nFriday\, May 22nd at 12am Seoul + Tokyo / 1am Sydney\nExploring AI and Other Exponential Technologies at the DES – Digital Enterprise Show – in Malaga\, Spain \n \nJoin us for an online globinar that explores how AI is used in business around the world. Rather than focusing on technology for technology’s sake\, this session emphasizes human-centric AI strategies that enhance learning outcomes\, strengthen instructional capacity\, and maintain the core values of effective teaching. \nThis is a special pre-conversation for the upcoming Digital Enterprise Show in Malaga\, and we’ll have some key speakers and leaders attending the event. Here’s DES here. \n  \nSpeakers: \n \nSandra Infante – Event Director at DES  \nSandra Infante holds a degree in Business Administration and has developed her professional background in the fields of events\, marketing\, and communications. Over the years\, she has worked for leading international brands such as L’Oréal\, TAG Heuer\, Dior\, and Makro. She has also led the global Marketing and Production strategy for South Summit\, a platform that brings together key players from the international entrepreneurial ecosystem through new technologies and business development. In addition\, Infante has managed the execution and production of television programs and corporate gatherings.\n\nSince 2022\, she has been the Director of DES – Digital Enterprise Show\, Europe’s leading event dedicated to exponential technologies and artificial intelligence. She has likewise played a role in the launch of eMobility Expo World Congress\, a major platform for the sustainable mobility industry.\n\n\n \nIgnacio (Nacho) Villoch – Chair of the Advisory Board Global Chamber® Malaga \nAdventure is the word that better suits Ignacio\, or Nacho as everybody calls him\, Villoch. Adventure to explore uncharted waters\, both literally as Scuba diving instructor\, and metaphorically to engage in new entrepreneurial ventures on Sustainability oriented Innovation. \nUpon having travelled extensively across every continent Nacho is a “culture vulture” sharing cross-cultural stories with a purpose of inspirational wisdom. \nProud father of 3 STEM girls he mentors the development of power skills \n  \nMaría Carolina Li Gambi – Specialist in Internationalization\, Multilingual Operations\, and Global Communication Strategy\n \nMaría Carolina Li Gambi is a dynamic leader in global communication\, dedicated to forging meaningful connections between companies and people worldwide. As President of Stillman Translations\, she develops innovative strategies enabling businesses to communicate effectively across international borders. \nWith extensive expertise in translation and localization services\, Carolina empowers companies to shine in the global market\, building bridges between cultures and facilitating mutual understanding through language. Her approach centers on collective knowledge construction through collaboration and teamwork. \nA passionate advocate for professional development and networking\, Carolina actively participates in initiatives that foster growth and connections within her industry. She firmly believes that effective communication is the cornerstone of success in our interconnected world. \nCarolina’s vision is to continue spearheading projects that encourage dialogue and cooperation across diverse sectors\, driving innovation and understanding in the global business landscape. \n \nUvika Sharma – Founder of INTLDA \nUvika Sharma is a global AI strategist and Founder of INTLDA\, where she helps organizations move from AI curiosity to AI capability.\n\nWith over two decades of experience in data and technology consulting\, Uvika now advises corporations\, startups\, and public-sector organizations on AI strategy\, governance\, and responsible adoption. She specializes in executive AI literacy\, AI readiness assessments\, use case discovery\, and building practical frameworks that balance innovation with risk management.\n\nA mentor to founders at Cornell Tech and the Harvard Business School Startup Partners Program\, Uvika is passionate about helping both emerging and established organizations use AI to scale intelligently and ethically.\n\nThrough her work\, she focuses on bridging global business strategy with emerging technologies\, ensuring companies are prepared not just to experiment with AI\, but to integrate it thoughtfully and sustainably.\n\n \nBelen Arribas Sanchez – CEO of BAS Abogados; President of the International Federation of Computer Law Associations (IFCLA); Lawyer; President of ENATIC; expert for the Spanish Government’s AI Sandbox; expert for the Consortium for the Development of the Charter of Digital Rights\n\nLawyer specializing in Digital Law and a pioneer in Technology Law in Spain. CEO of BAS Abogados. President of the International Federation of Computer Law Associations (IFCLA). President of ENATIC; Spanish member of INPLP; appointed to the Pool of Experts of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and member of several AI advisory committees (TV3\, CETRA Generalitat Catalunya\, El Nacional.cat). Expert for the Consortium for the Development of the Charter of Digital Rights of Spain and member of the expert group of the Spanish Government’s AI Sandbox. She is co-author of several manuals on Digital Law\, notably “Regulatory Perspectives on AI in the EU” and “The Protection of Children in Digital Environments.” Professor of the Master’s Program in Digital Law at the University of Barcelona-IL3\, as well as the Expert Course in AI Regulation\, and a visiting professor at UPF\, UC3M\, ULC\, UIV\, ESADE\, La Salle\, and others.\n\nRecognized by “Best Lawyers” in the Information Technology and Privacy & Data Protection categories; she holds a Law degree (UB) and a Postgraduate Diploma in IT Law from ESADE\, as well as a Master’s degree in Community and International Law from Katholieke Universiteit Nijmegen (Netherlands). She works in 6 languages. \n  \n\n \n\nSharon Matike – Deputy Director\, Global Chamber Accra \nMy goal is to help businesses find their niche and thrive within sub Saharan Africa. I have done this in various capacities both as a market research Consultant and in different employee roles within the region. \nI exist to provide on the ground information\, comprehensive data\,reports\, insights and analysis\, contact and client tracing for organisations interested in doing business in Africa.\nI believe Africa is ripe for massive industrialisation and development and i am determined to use my keen Business development skills to help. \nHaving had the opportunity to build my career over the years in international organisations\, I discovered my passion to learn in any field\, form alliances and partnerships for organisational growth\, to research and provide comprehensive consultation for businesses\, authors and even general academics. \nI have had experience on a wide spectrum on the corporate ladder from branding and franchising a multinational bookstore in Ghana in the Accra South west Region\, VISION BOOKS\, Administration of an international college\, ABTS\, working in the oil and gas industry\, consulting for small and medium scale businesses through Afrique Monitor\, working with the British Council\, and setting up businesses and organisations personally. Having found a home in two different African countries and working for many others\, i believe i can help shape the business landscape in the region with awesome insights. \nIn my quest to establish myself as a competent business leader who will also help others to rise and tell the African success story \, i am continually learning and updating myself with current skills and trends so i can be of greater value to Clients. \nHaving strong interpersonal relational skills and a leadership flair. I am a good team player\, goal oriented\, driven even when unsupervised\, very diplomatic and international hence can relate very well with people from any culture. \n  \n\nModerator: \n\n \nYuka Nakasone – Executive Director\, Global Chamber®️ Madrid\, Barcelona\, Valencia and Malaga \nIn addition to leading the Global Chamber®️ in Spain as an exceptional connector\, Yuka guides companies through the intricate journey of global expansion with heart by blending emerging technologies with cross-cultural insights. A firm believer in the power of knowledge sharing\, she serves as a visiting lecturer at universities and professional institutions and mentors young professionals both within and outside the industry.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-monthly-ai-series/
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® LA - PHX - NYC Important Update on USMCA Part 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® LA – PHX – NYC \n–> Important Update on USMCA (Part 2 of 3) \n\nThursday\, May 21st at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm London / 9pm Dubai / 10:30pm Mumbai\nThis special event features top leaders in Global Chamber and District Export Councils in Los Angeles\, Phoenix and New York City. We’re discussing where things stand with USMCA\, and what comes next. There are updates! \nThe session is designed for exporters and importers to better understand and prepare for what comes next with USMCA\, and ideally to influence the outcome\, and have mitigation strategies. Let’s get ready for probable outcomes. \nRSVP at the ticket section above or directly to LAX@globalchamber.org. \n \nAgenda (55 minutes) \n\nKeynote Presentations\nDiscussion\nQ&A\n\nThis is a follow-up discussion\, part 2 of 3. \nSpeakers \n \nCarol Colombo – Founder/Managing Member at Fedelta Partners; Chair at Arizona District Export Council \nCarol Colombo is a co-founder and co-managing member of Fedelta Partners\, an Arizona-based management company that oversees the private investment holdings primarily of its members\, with sector specific focus on real estate\, secured debt portfolios and operating businesses in the technology\, health and energy sectors. She is also the CEO of Alert GPS\, a technology company that provides sector-leading safety solutions to the enterprise and consumer markets and provides core-alerting technology to state law enforcement for issuing Amber Alerts. \nMs. Colombo has been an investor in\, and officer and director of\, numerous entities. She co-founded Colombo & Bonacci\, P.C. (1992)\, a boutique law firm specializing in international business law. She co-founded Pivotal Research Centers and helped build it into one of the largest private clinical research organizations in the US prior to its successful sale to a publicly traded company in 2005. She sits on the board of directors of PYX Health\, where she served as board chair from 2017 until 2023. \nMs. Colombo contributes her time to advance international trade and economic development objectives. She is (since 1994) the State of Arizona’s liaison to the United States Trade Representative’s Office (USTR). She has advised many past administrations in Arizona regarding international trade and economic development. Ms. Colombo has lobbied and helped obtain state and federal funding for trade\, transportation and economic development initiatives that have been implemented throughout North America. \n  \n \nWilliam (Bill) Edwards – Founder at Edwards Global Services; Global Executive & Advisor \nWilliam (Bill) Edwards has a four-decade career accelerating the international growth of more than 30 companies. Bill is an expert on choosing the right global markets for specific brands\, country market research\, strategic planning\, partner due diligence\, new country start-ups\, global trend analysis\, growing existing country operations\, supply chain management and cultural adaptation. His career covers international operations\, executive and entrepreneurial experience in the energy\, technology\, licensing\, food and beverage\, management consulting and retail sectors. Bill’s purpose is imparting the wisdom he has learned over time. \nBill has worked with Fortune 50\, INC 5000 and private businesses. Bill has lived in 7 countries in North America\, Asia\, Europe and the Middle East and has worked on projects in over 50 countries. He currently is CEO of Southern California-based Edwards Global Services\, Inc. (EGS) which helps companies accelerate their global development into  countries that have the highest potential ROI for their specific brand. EGS has twice received the  U.S. Presidential Award for Excellence in Exporting. Bill is author of 50+ global business articles\, and is a sought-after speaker on international development\, overseas cultures\, franchise development\, licensing\, and e-commerce strategies. Biweekly he shares his global insights with his network around the world through his blog (www.geowizard.biz). Contact: bedwards@edwardsglobal.com and +1 949 375 1896 and Linkedin. \n  \n \nEduardo Gonzalez – President at 258 Consulting   \nEduardo González is President of 258 Consulting\, helping companies do business between the US and Mexico. Previously he served as Deputy Trade Commissioner of ProMéxico in Phoenix. Mr. González holds a degree in Public Accounting from the Autonomous University of Baja California in Mexico\, and holds several certifications in management and risk management. He also has an extensive resume in business promotion within major Mexican companies with international exposure. Additionally\, he has vast experience representing the Mexican Government\, as he previously served as commercial delegate for Bancomext in The Hague\, Netherlands. Recently he served as State Director of the ProMexico office in the state of Baja California. \n  \n  \n \nThomas Cook – Managing Director of Blue Tiger International (bluetigerintl.com) \nTom is Managing Director of Blue Tiger International (bluetigerintl.com)\, an international business consultancy advising on supply chain management\, trade compliance\, purchasing\, trade and disruption management\, global business and logistics. Tom was former CEO of American River International in NY and Apex Global Logistics Supply Chain Operation in LA. Tom has over 35 years’ experience in assisting companies all over the world manage their import and export operations. He is a member of the NY District Export Council and serves on the board of directors of the National Association of District Export Councils (NADEC). Tom is also the Director of the National Institute of World Trade (niwt.org)\, a 30-year-old educational and training organization\, based in NY. Both Blue Tiger International and the National Institute of World Trade are strategic partners of the Department of Commerce. Tom has authored over 20 books on global trade\, the latest published in January 2026 entitled “Managing and Mitigating the Impact of Tariffs\, Pandemics\, and Trade Disruptions in the Global Supply Chain.” \n  \nDoug Bruhnke is CEO of Global Chamber®. He’s a founder\, entrepreneur and global connector focused on advancing Global Chamber® member businesses with new clients\, and into new markets. He worked in corporate for decades\, first the Dupont Company in Asia and globally\, and later Phelps Dodge / Freeport McMoRan. Doug had two expatriate assignments\, one in Tokyo and another in Singapore. He has over 40 years of global trade experience working with clients in nearly every market segment including automotive\, aerospace\, industrial\, manufacturing\, healthcare\, life sciences\, mining\, retail and technology. \nDoug has 5 U.S. patents related to his work at Central Research in DuPont. His education includes a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah and an EMBA from Michigan State University. Doug’s affiliations include the Global Chamber®\, Arizona District Export Council\, U.S. Global Leadership Coalition\, Thunderbird Global Alumni Network (TGAN) Advisory Council and hundreds of groups in Global Chamber®. He is a German-Polish American born in New York and living in Arizona + California. Doug has a wife of 44 years\, a daughter and a superstar grandson. \nConnect with Doug here. Hear the Global Chamber® story here.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-la-phx-nyc-important-update-on-usmca-part-2-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® NYC Fraud: The Silent Assassin - Practical Defenses for Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® New York City: Fraud: The Silent Assassin – Practical Defenses for Business Owners \n\nThursday\, May 21st at 2pm ET / 11am PT/ 12 noon MT / 1pm CT / 6pm Accra / 7pm London\n \nFraud can destroy your business… don’t let it.\n\nJoin us on May 21st with risk and financial experts from CBIZ and BMO to discuss this business-life threatening topic.\n\n\n\nHow much do you think is the annual total estimated GLOBAL loss due to fraud? How about the annual total estimated loss due to fraud just in the US? What % of revenue do you think the typical organization loses to fraud every year? How long do you think the average fraud lasts? Do you think the size of an organization has any correlation to the incidence of fraud?\n\nEducation is the foundation of fraud prevention. Come hear experts from CBIZ and BMO discuss this important topic so that you can protect your business.\n\nSpeakers: \n \n\n\n\nSteven Nicokiris – Managing Director and Shareholder CBIZ Advisors\n\n\nSteven Nicokiris is a Managing Director and Shareholder with CBIZ Advisors LLC and CBIZ CPAs\, P.C. with over 30 years of experience providing “hands on” practical business advisory\, consulting\, auditing and accounting services to middle-market\, privately-held and family-owned companies.  Widely regarded as a “trusted advisor’ within the Global middle market business ecosystem\, Steven has built his career on a collaborative mindset and an unwavering commitment to transparency. A lifelong learner and dedicated listener\, he approaches every engagement with a focus on understanding the unique needs of his clients\, earning him the deep-rooted respect of clients\, colleagues and industry peers.\n\nA champion of professional excellence\, Steven serves as an Advisory Board Member of the Global Chamber NYC Chapter and the Metro Professional Group\, and is a long standing member of Vistage Worldwide as well as serving as an Industry Partner member of the New York Staffing Association. His leadership extends to mentoring future industry talent\, informally and formally\, through his firms Accelerate Program.\n\nSteven shares his expertise as a lecturer at various professional organizations and financial institutions on topics related to financial statement analysis\, fraud prevention\, ESOPs and using benchmarking statistics to monitor business results.  In addition\, he frequently lectures at colleges and universities on job seeking tips and techniques and the benefits of working in the accounting profession and for a firm like CBIZ. Steven brings a rare blend of technical expertise\, authenticity and compassion to everything that he does.\n\nPrior to joining CBIZ in 1988\, Steven was an audit manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers in NYC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmy Legaard – Director\, Head of Treasury and Payment Solutions Southwest  Region Emerging Middle Market\n\nAmy Legaard is a Director\, Head of Treasury and Payment Solutions Southwest  Region Emerging Middle Market. She leads and supports a team of Treasury Consultants and works closely with Relationship Managers and clients to execute effective treasury strategies. With over 20 years of experience\, Amy helps organizations implement efficient processing solutions that streamline payments and collections\, optimize liquidity\, and reduce risk exposure. The Treasury and Payments Solutions group offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to help clients enhance and modernize their treasury processes. \nAmy joined BMO in 2023 through the acquisition of Bank of the West\, where she began her career in 2007. During her tenure there\, she served as a Treasury Management Consultant for seven years\, following six years as a Branch Manager\, where she led sales and service activities while maintaining strong operational integrity. \n\n\nAmy holds a BA in Economics from Colby College in Waterville\, Maine. In her free time\, she enjoys spending time with family and friends skiing\, camping\, and enjoying the outdoors.\n \n\n\nKevin Brown – Managing Director\, Commercial Banking at BMO  \nKevin is a seasoned commercial banker who brings more than 30 years of experience to BMO Commercial Banking Team.  He re-joined BMO (one of the Top 10 commercial lenders in North America — with offices in 25 states and global reach via BMO Capital Markets) in 2010\, after spending several years here earlier in his career.  In his current role as a Managing Director of Commercial Banking\, Kevin leads a team of commercial banking professionals that is focused on delivering customized banking solutions to privately held companies and non-profit organizations located throughout the Chicago Metropolitan Area (and BMO’s U.S. footprint) – helping these clients to expand their businesses\, improve working capital efficiencies\, enhance their bottom lines\, and increase shareholder value. \nWith a consultative\, relationship-oriented approach and a wide array of industry contacts\, Kevin serves as a trusted advisor to his clients in the areas of C&I Lending\, Treasury & Payment Solutions\, International Banking / Trade Finance Services\, Capital Markets Solutions\, and Leasing.  Current and past clients include manufacturers\, wholesalers\, distributors\, importers / exporters\, professional service firms\, contractors\, transportation & logistics providers\, and non-profit organizations. \nKevin holds a Bachelor’s degree with majors in Finance and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin – Madison\, where he was a recipient of a full athletic scholarship for football.  He is also active in the community\, having served as a past member of several local chambers of commerce\, the school board and finance committee for a local private school\, and the City of Geneva’s Master Plan Committee.  He has also served as a youth basketball and football coach\, and as a volunteer assistant football coach for North Central College (Naperville\, IL). \n  \n\nSusan Gitenstein Assadi\, Executive Director at Global Chamber® New York City \nSusan leads GAPR\, a PR firm with an emphasis on expert and thought leadership campaigns. She is a highly respected national media strategist who helps her clients to be promoted to the national media\, weaving in compelling stories that resonate with top media outlets. Her campaigns have enabled her clients to have features and recurring citations in The Wall Street Journal\, Financial Times\, Reuters and Bloomberg.  As a result of her campaigns\, her clients have been boosted into leaders of their respective fields. Susan has over four decades representing public and private companies in the financial services\, corporate governance and the proxy industry\, alternative energy\, and those with an emphasis on responsible business practices such as ESG. Most recently she has been working with disruptors who are helping to build the domestic supply chain of rare earth materials.  Susan also has represented some leading non-profits. She also co-founded Safed House\, a non-profit\, that provides a welcoming place for refugees and recent immigrants to share their stories. \nHer firm’s campaigns are fresh\, creative\, tech savvy\, and innovative\, a cocktail that engenders powerful results. \nPrior to founding her own PR firm\, Susan was the publicist for PBS MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour.  She received a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from New York University\, and obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Washington University in St. Louis\, Missouri. \n  \n 
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-nyc-fraud-the-silent-assassin-practical-defenses-for-business-owners/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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SUMMARY:Foreign Direct Investment: FDI and trade in North America - May 21\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Jin World trade month: A conversation of FDI and trade in North America will happen this Thursday with the 2nd part of our update on USMCA with top experts May 21.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/foreign-direct-investment-fdi-and-trade-in-north-america-may-21-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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