The U.S. Commercial Service, South Florida and the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) will host a one-day export compliance seminar on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at the University of Miami. This is a very important event for exporters, said Panama Gateway International Association Chairman John Wallace. More information about the event, including registration information, is available on the conference website.

Create and execute effective sourcing strategies. In a course is being offered in Savannah, GA June 21-23 through the Georgia Tech Supply Chain & Logistics Institute, learn how to: Develop and implement a sourcing strategy that aligns with overall competitive strategy; select the most appropriate sourcing strategy for a given commodity or service; optimize sourcing initiatives and reduce sourcing costs; and make a significant contribution to overall organizational performance. The course and the associated case studies, activities and discussions provide the context and a framework for making effective sourcing decisions including a comprehensive approach to strategic sourcing.