Advancing Global Business

1	To coordinate and administer the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential.
2	To promote an exchange of information and resources among global business education and assistance professionals.
3	To offer professional development for those engaged in global business education and assistance.
4	To provide advocacy and leadership for global business education and assistance professionals.

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Meet our CGBPs

“One of the most important lessons Bryan has been able to take away from his career in global business is the importance of attending the NASBITE national conference in order to build and maintain strong networking relationships with other CGBP experts. Bryan’s goal for the future is to continue assisting international exporters and importers by building greater networking opportunities in and from Alaska.”

Brent Rondon, CGBP

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Bryan Zak, CGBP

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“Alex Viva is a Certified Global Business Professional who received a dual-degree MBA/MED from IESE Business School in Barcelona, Spain. Alex is an International Business Development Counselor at The North Carolina Small Business and Technology Development Center, at NC State University.”

Alex Viva, CGBP

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“Laurie Wolff is a CGBP with a passion for trade training. "I'm trying to bridge the gap between businesses, government services providers, and the educational institutions that prepare future workers, because all three have shared interests. Identifying those areas of intersection and connecting businesses with government assistance programs is part of what I do with my CGBP.”

Laurie Wolff, CGBP

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“Mike Steensen pursued the CGBP in order to differentiate himself in the job market after graduation. Utilizing the information he learned while preparing for the CGBP exam, Mike Steensen, CGBP, of L.J. Star Inc. is able to analyze situations as they arise and choose the best strategy for his firm to advance and continue to develop into a global brand.”

Mike Steensen, CGBP

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“John Addessi is a Business Advisor for the Kansas SBDC, an adjunct professor, and a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP). Being able to impart research and trade knowledge learned through the CGBP program aids John in opening clients to the idea of international trade as a viable next step. ”

John Addessi, CGBP

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“My success in Global Business as a woman will help contribute to lessen discrimination in developing countries, and help create an environment in which girls and women will come to recognize their full potential.”

Rubina Daudpota, CGBP

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“Before pursuing his CGBP, Dr. Vijesh Jain conducted research on the certification and the offering organization. When he realized that a large number of senior US government officials with international trade related duties are CGBPs, he became interested in pursuing the certification.”

Vijesh Jain, CGBP

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“As Director of the Tennessee Regional Export Network (TREN), Ojeaga A. Longe, CGBP is able to provide expert advice and counseling for Tennessee-based businesses looking to expand through international trade. Mr. Longe pursued the CGBP certification to give him a better understanding of the mechanics of international trade, and has helped him being a more effective counselor for businesses looking to enter the global market.”

Ojeaga A. Longe, CGBP

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