GVSU world trade conference focuses on global success

In conjunction with West Michigan World Trade Week, Grand Valley's Van Andel Global Trade Center will host a business conference focusing on achieving global success.

The 33rd West Michigan World Trade Week Business Conference will run from 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on May 9 at the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus. A luncheon, from noon-1:45 p.m., will feature a panel of three keynote speakers who will discuss global talent in today's environment.

Luncheon speakers include Debra Auerbach Clephane from Murray Law Group, Lisa Hanning from Pridgeon & Clay, and Tami D. Vincent from EJ Group Inc.

Several breakout sessions are planned on a variety of topics including:

•  Finding Global Partners

•  Cyber Security and Data Protection

•  Understanding India's Market

•  Michigan Exporter Tools

For a full schedule or more information, visit www.gvsu.edu/wtw or call (616) 331-6811.