Certification & Grants: International Business Opportunities in Utah

Looking to grow your business globally? Join us at the UVU Global Business Luncheon to discover how Utah businesses and entrepreneurs can access international opportunities, certifications, and grants to expand beyond borders.

This engaging networking luncheon brings together industry experts who will share actionable insights on:

Nicole Striano – Kallman Worldwide (NASBITE)

• Membership: Who makes up NASBITE membership? What are the benefits?
• CGBP Certification: What is the Certified Global Business Professional credential? How to prepare? Benefits of earning it? Maintaining your certification.
• Conferences/Events: Learn about NASBITE’s Regional Conference, Exporter Summit, and Annual Conference.
• Programs/Resources: Explore NASBITE Webinars, Trade Passport, and other tools.
• Partners: Who are NASBITE partners and how do they benefit businesses?

Anna Maidon – World Trade Center Utah

• STEP Grant Program: How to access funding through the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) to support your international growth.

Grey Martin-Ross – Mountainland Technical College

• Custom Fit Program: How Custom Fit can help Utah companies with training resources tailored to workforce needs.

• Learn how to get certified as a CGBP (Certified Global Business Professional)
• Find out about grants and funding for international expansion
• Network with global trade experts, educators, and local business leaders

• 11:30 – Networking and lunch
• 12:00 – Presentations from NASBITE, World Trade Center Utah, and Mountainland Technical College
• 12:45 – Q&A

• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Exporters and importers
• Professionals interested in international trade careers
• Students and educators

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