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No matter what your position, your specialty, or your interest in global business, NASBITE has something for you. We are the only organization in the U.S., or for that matter in the world, that serves both the academic and practitioner sides of the global business profession. We now have over 135 members and growing. Read on to learn more about who should join NASBITE and why. Also check out Member Benefits to find out what's in it for you specifically.

Who should Join NASBITE International?

Why Join NASBITE International?

Who should Join NASBITE?

NASBITE members come from every segment of the international trade community:

• Academic, government, and business
• Teaching, assisting, servicing, and doing.

That’s what makes us unique. Think about it this way. If someone you know, or you should know, is already a member, that’s good company to be in. Chances are you’ll find them if you’re from any of the groups listed below:

Trade Educators and Administrators

• Universities and Colleges
• Community and Technical Colleges
• U.S. Department of Education
• Canada’s Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)
• International Association of Trade Training Organizations (IATTO)

Federal, State & Local Business Assistance Organizations

• USDOC’s International Trade Administration (ITA)
• USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
• U.S. Small Business Administration
• Small Business Development Centers
• State and Regional Economic Development Agencies
• Community-Based Trade Assistance Centers
• World Trade Centers
• Chambers of Commerce

International Trade Promotion Organizations

• Bancomext
• Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
• IATTO -Member Trade Promotion Organizations

Trade Service Providers and Practitioners

• Exporters and Importers
• Freight Forwarders, Transportation and Logistics Providers
• International Bankers and Insurers
• International Trade Consultants
• International Lawyers
  

Why Join NASBITE - Seven Great Reasons!

1. We are truly an intercultural experience. Our members come mostly from the U.S., Canada and Mexico, but also from many other countries through our affiliation with the International Association of Trade Training Organization (IATTO).

2. Our members represent all sectors of the global business profession and love to share what they’re doing. Where else will you find this mix of perspectives in a single organization?

* Trade educators at universities, colleges and training institutions
* Trade specialists at the federal, state and local level
* Trade-service providers of logistics, finance, legal, market research, and others
* Managers and staff in trade-related businesses

3. Our annual Conference is famous for its “take-away” value and camaraderie. You’ll especially enjoy the ample time to network with peers, find out who’s doing what, hear about best practices in your field, get tips on grant and career opportunities, and basically have a good time. Here’s what you can expect at our next Conference in Vancouver, April 1-4, 2007.

* Outstanding keynote presenters
* Over 45 breakout sessions in five interrelated tracks
* Opportunities to make presentations on your programs and share your expertise
* Opportunities to meet old and new friends during breaks and at evening receptions
* Opportunity to see the latest technology and tools from our vendor-exhibitors
* Recognition as Trade Educator of the Year, if nominated and selected
* Recognition for winning one of three Program Excellence awards if nominated and selected
* A record of the proceedings for the sessions you missed

4. We originated the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential. After four years of design and development, NASBITE launched the CGBP exam in New Orleans in 2004 and now offers it semiannually in 12 nationwide locations. NASBITE members played the lead role in defining the knowledge and task requirements and writing the exam questions. Because of our pioneering role, NASBITE members have a leg up on others on all matters CGBP.

* NASBITE members are the first to hear about CGBP developments and opportunities
* The CGBP is prominently featured in breakout sessions at our annual Conference
* NASBITE members have received the most number of grants to develop CGBP training aids.
* More NASBITE members than others have taken and passed the rigorous CGBP exam
* NASBITE’s membership fee is waived for first-year CGBPs.

5. NASBITE can help you do your job better and advance your career. In addition to the content and contacts you get at the annual Conference, our revamped Website brings you a fingertip away from a wealth of trade education and assistance resources.

* All the latest on the CGBP and CGBP training programs and guides
* A place to describe your own CGBP training programs in particular
* International business course outlines/syllabi shared by members
* Links to the best sources of on-line trade information
* A new, on-line NASBITE Journal with content contributed by members
* 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
* International Trade Career Guides from Canada’s FITT and the California CITDs
* On-line access to the Conference Proceedings for the sessions you missed

6. Get the scoop on grants to finance new projects or augment your resources. It’s no accident that many NASBITE members have received Department of Education Title VI B (BIE) grants for trade education and assistance projects.

* Our annual Conference always has a session on how to get and manage BIE grants.
* The BIE Program Manager regularly attends the Conference to offer tips and advice
* Grant recipients often make presentations on their projects at Conference breakout sessions
* We post links to grant funding sources and Abstracts of winning BIE grants on our Website
* NASBITE grant recipients are often willing to share their grant narratives with fellow members

7. Not enough? How about the free stuff and discounts from our generous partners.

* Free: MSU’s GlobalEdge -- CGBP training modules for all four CGBP domains
* California CITDs -- Export Start-Up Kit, includes Exporting Basics, Export Readiness Assessment, Export FAQs, and Export Internet Search Wizard.
* Discount: World Trade Press -- Publications and reference works.
* Centradex -- Integrated database of U.S., State and foreign trade statistics and companies.
* Euromonitor – Surveys of the U.S. and foreign markets for specific products