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What can NASBITE do for Me?

We truly believe that NASBITE has something for everone in the “trade” field. But, if your question is, What’s in it for Me in particular, click on your group below for a summary of NASBITE benefits and resources just for you:

• Trade Educators (Instructors, administrators)
• Trade Assistance Providers (in Govt., NGOs)
• Trade Practitioners (exporters-importers, freight forwarders, bankers, etc.)
• Trade Information Resources

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Who should Join NASBITE
Why Join NASBITE

Benefits for Trade Educators

Networking opportunities are first and foremost. At NASBITE’s annual conference, and through our List Serv, you’ll be able to meet and communicate year round with fellow educators – not just in the U.S., but also with educators from Canada, Mexico and the IATTO countries. You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with government and business members that promote, support or engage in international trade.

• Use the NASBITE Conference and List Serv to you advantage
• Hear 3 outstanding keynote presentations at each annual Conference
• Choose from breakout sessions in the trade education, trade skills and technology tracks.
• Choose from breakout sessions in the theme and business outreach tracks for added perspective.
• Promote your programs and share your expertise by making your own breakout presentation.
• See who’s doing what in your field – best practices, news, new technology, etc.
• Get tips on grant opportunities and how to write and administer grants.
• Hear about possible job openings in and outside the academic arena.
• Hear all the latest on the CGBP exam and CGBP training programs and guides.
• Enjoy recognition if selected as NASBITE’s International Trade Educator of the Year.
• Seek List Serv and/or Help Desk advice or answers to specific questions.
• Volunteer as a resource to provide advice or respond to member questions.
• Promote your programs or events of interest to members.
• Get news and updates on NASBITE developments, programs and events.

NASBITE’s Website has resources you can use in the classroom or to advance your career

• All the latest on the CGBP and CGBP training programs and guides
• International business course outlines/syllabi shared by members
• Access to the Conference proceedings for the sessions you missed
• A directory and links to U.S. and international trade assistance organizations
• Links to the best sources of on-line trade information
• Links to grant funding sources for trade education purposes (BIE grants, etc.)
• Abstracts of winning BIE grants
• A new, on-line NASBITE Journal with content contributed by members, including you.
• A new NASBITE Blog to interact with worldwide members on various topics of mutual interest.
• An Events Calendar that tells you what’s happening of interest in your area
• A NASBITE Members Directory to facilitate contact and identify members with like interests and specialized expertise
• A Contact Us feature to ask a question, seek help, or send a message to all members on the ListServ
• A page to describe your trade education institution and educational programs
• A page to describe CGBP training programs in particular
• A Jobs Board for posting job offers and job-search Resumes
• Guides to careers in international trade, from Canada’s FITT and the California CITDs.

Get free stuff and special discounts from Friends of NASBITE

MSU’s GlobalEdge -- Free CGBP training modules for all four CGBP domains

World Trade Press -- Special member discounts on international and domestic trade and logistics reference publications; comprehensive electronic trade content for research or training purposes; and specialized maps in the form of posters, desk and mouse pads, map/calendars, and large-sized wall art. All products are fully customizable.

Benefits for Trade Assistance Providers

Networking opportunities are first and foremost. At NASBITE’s annual conference, and through our List Serv, you’ll be able to meet and communicate year round with trade specialist colleagues in both U.S. and foreign trade assistance organizations. These include federal and state government trade specialists, as well as those at local trade assistance centers, World Trade Centers and chambers of commerce. You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with our member trade educators and trade practitioners who might become your clients.

• Use the NASBITE Conference and List Serv to you advantage:
• Hear 3 outstanding keynote presentations at each annual Conference
• Choose from breakout sessions in the business outreach, trade skills and technology tracks.
• Choose from other breakout sessions in the theme and trade education tracks for added perspective.
• Promote your programs and share your expertise by making your own breakout presentation.
• See who’s doing what in your field – best practices, news, new technology, etc.
• Hear about possible job openings in and outside the trade assistance arena.
• Hear all the latest on the CGBP exam and CGBP training programs and guides.
• Enjoy recognition if selected for a NASBITE Program Excellence Award.
• Seek List Serv and/or Help Desk advice or answers to specific questions.
• Volunteer as a resource to provide advice or respond to member questions.
• Promote your programs or events of interest to members.
• Get news and updates on NASBITE developments, programs and events.

NASBITE’s Website has resources you can use on the job or to advance your career

• All the latest on the CGBP and CGBP training programs and guides
• Access to the Conference proceedings for the sessions you missed
• A directory and links to U.S. and international trade assistance organizations
• Links to the best sources of on-line trade information
• A new, on-line NASBITE Journal with content contributed by members, including you.
• A new NASBITE Blog to interact with worldwide members on various topics of mutual interest.
• An Events Calendar that tells you what’s happening of interest in your area
• A NASBITE Members Directory to facilitate contact and identify members with like interests and specialized expertise
• A Contact Us feature to ask a question, seek help, or send a message to all members on the ListServ
• A page to describe your trade assistance organization and programs
• A Jobs Board for posting job offers and job-search Resumes
• Guides to careers in international trade, from Canada’s FITT and the California CITDs.

Get free stuff and special discounts from Friends of NASBITE

MSU’s GlobalEdge -- Free CGBP training modules for all four CGBP domains

California CITDs -- Free Export Start-Up Kit, includes Exporting Basics, Export Readiness Assessment, Export FAQs, and Export Internet Search Wizard; and Free Trade Information Database with extensive links to over 1,000 links to trade tools and resources in 12 categories and 47 subcategories.

World Trade Press -- Special member discounts on international and domestic trade and logistics reference publications; comprehensive electronic trade content for research or training purposes; and specialized maps in the form of posters, desk and mouse pads, map/calendars, and large-sized wall art. All products are fully customizable.

Benefits for Trade Service Providers

Networking opportunities are first and foremost. At NASBITE’s annual conference, and through our List Serv, you’ll be able to meet and communicate year round with related trade service providers, as well as with our member trade educators and trade assistance providers who may become your customers.

• Use the NASBITE Conference and List Serv to you advantage:
• Hear 3 outstanding keynote presentations at each annual Conference
• Choose from breakout sessions in five different tracks.
• Promote your services as a Conference exhibitor
• Share your expertise by making your own breakout presentation.
• See who’s doing what in your field – best practices, news, new technology, etc.
• Hear about possible job openings in and outside the trade services arena.
• Enjoy recognition if selected for a NASBITE Program Excellence Award.
• Seek List Serv and/or Help Desk advice or answers to specific questions.
• Volunteer as a resource to provide advice or respond to member questions.
• Get news and updates on NASBITE developments, programs and events.

NASBITE’s Website has resources you can use on the job or to advance your career

• All the latest on the CGBP and CGBP training programs and guides
• Access to the Conference proceedings for the sessions you missed
• A directory and links to U.S. and international trade assistance orgaizations
• Links to the best sources of on-line trade information
• A new, on-line NASBITE Journal with content contributed by members, including you.
• A new NASBITE Blog to interact with worldwide members on various topics of mutual interest.
• An Events Calendar that tells you what’s happening of interest in your area
• A NASBITE Members Directory to facilitate contact and identify members with like interests and specialized expertise
• A Contact Us feature to ask a question, seek help, or send a message to all members on the ListServ
• A page to describe your trade services.
• A Jobs Board for posting job offers and job-search Resumes

Get free stuff and special discounts from Friends of NASBITE

MSU’s GlobalEdge -- Free CGBP training modules for all four CGBP domains.

California CITDs -- Free Export Start-Up Kit, includes Exporting Basics, Export Readiness Assessment, Export FAQs, and Export Internet Search Wizard; and Free Trade Information Database with extensive links to over 1,000 links to trade tools and resources in 12 categories and 47 subcategories.

World Trade Press -- Special member discounts on international and domestic trade and logistics reference publications; comprehensive electronic trade content for research or training purposes; and specialized maps in the form of posters, desk and mouse pads, map/calendars, and large-sized wall art. All products are fully customizable.

Benefits for Trade Practitioners

Networking opportunities are first and foremost. At NASBITE’s annual conference, and through our List Serv, you’ll be able to meet and communicate year round with fellow trade practitioners, as well as with our member trade educators and trade assistance and service providers who may be able to help you grow your international trade business.

• Use the NASBITE Conference and List Serv to you advantage
• Hear 3 outstanding keynote presentations at each annual Conference
• Choose from breakout sessions in five different tracks
• Promote your products and services as a Conference exhibitor
• Share your expertise by making your own breakout presentation.
• See who’s doing what in your field – best practices, news, new technology
• Hear about possible job openings in and outside the corporate arena.
• Hear all the latest on the CGBP exam and CGBP training programs and guides.
• Seek List Serv and/or Help Desk advice or answers to specific questions.
• Volunteer as a resource to provide advice or respond to member questions.
• Promote your programs or events of interest to members.
• Get news and updates on NASBITE developments, programs and events.

NASBITE’s Website has resources you can use on the job or to advance your career

• All the latest on the CGBP and CGBP training programs and guides
• Access to the Conference proceedings for the sessions you missed
• A directory and links to U.S. and international trade assistance organizations
• Links to the best sources of on-line trade information
• A new, on-line NASBITE Journal with content contributed by members, including you.
• A new NASBITE Blog to interact with worldwide members on various topics of mutual interest.
• An Events Calendar that tells you what’s happening of interest in your area
• A NASBITE Members Directory to facilitate contact and identify members with like interests and specialized expertise
• A Contact Us feature to ask a question, seek help, or send a message to all members on the ListServ
• A Jobs Board for posting job offers and job-search Resumes

Get free stuff and special discounts from Friends of NASBITE

MSU’s GlobalEdge -- Free CGBP training modules for all four CGBP domains

California CITDs -- Free Export Start-Up Kit, includes Exporting Basics, Export Readiness Assessment, Export FAQs, and Export Internet Search Wizard; and Free Trade Information Database with extensive links to over 1,000 links to trade tools and resources in 12 categories and 47 subcategories.

World Trade Press -- Special member discounts on international and domestic trade and logistics reference publications; comprehensive electronic trade content for research or training purposes; and specialized maps in the form of posters, desk and mouse pads, map/calendars, and large-sized wall art. All products are fully customizable.