Miami Valley International Trade Association

World Trade Day - 2013 May 16, 2013

"How to Keep Pace in a Changing Global Economy: MVITA World Trade Day 2013
Join us at MVITAs World Trade Day event for a morning of informative and internationally focused presentations to update attendees on this ever changing global economy.
Karen Kurek is a partner with McGladrey LLP and head of the Firms National Manufacturing & Distribution Practice. She is considered the Voice of Manufacturing for McGladrey and its manufacturing professionals across the nation. Karen delivers financial assurance services to her clients along with consultation in the areas of tax planning and strategy formation (acquisitions, divestures, and international/cross border matters).

Date
Thursday, May 16th

Time
8:00 am Check-in, Networking & Continental Breakfast 8:30 am Presentations 12:00 pm Lunch 12:45 pm Keynote Speaker 1:30 pm Conclusion

Location
DoubleTree Suites 6300 E. Kemper Road (Exit 47 I -275) Sharonville, OH 45241

Cost
Presentations & Lunch $ 85 MVITA Members $ 95 Non-Members $ 45 Students $ 235 Table (3 persons) $ 450 Table (6 persons) Presentations or Lunch Only $ 45 MVITA Members $ 55 Non-Members $ 25 Students

McGladrey Monitor - The Current State of Manufacturing

Karen will review this 2012 report and discuss the key findings and predictions on sales increases for the coming year, projected increases for transportation, energy, raw materials, and other costs, and additional data on hiring plans for the ne xt 12 months Karens presentation will be followed by a dual track of breakout sessions with multiple presentations updating attendees on various facets of international trade:

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International Taxation Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Brazil Kidnap & Ransom Free Trade Agreements and the WTO: What to Expect in 2013-2015

John is a world-recognized author and speaker on global trends, international business, China, and today's new economic realities. He's also president of Manzella Trade Communications, a strategic communications and public affairs firm, and editor-in-chief of the ManzellaReport.com, the premier source for global business and economic news, analysis, trends, forecasts, strategies, and editorials.

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2013 and Beyond: Challenges and Survival Strategies for Business

President Obama, the new Congress, and American companies face daunting challenges ahead. Critical factors impacting economic growth, unemployment, manufacturing, the labor force, and prospects for global expansion could affect your business. John will discuss these factors shaping crucial issues and provide valuable insight and forecasts to help managers and executives better understand today's mega -forces and implement new survival strategies for the future.

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