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A slew of new Business Beats have been posted to the globalEDGE website this month.  Hosted by Jade Sims, the Assistant Director for International Trade Programs at the Michigan State University International Business Center, these podcast-style discussions cover a wide range of global business topics and feature a variety of guest speakers from the professional business world, academe, and government agencies that lend their insights to listeners.  Head to the Business Beat page on globalEDGE by clicking the "Get Connected" drop-down menu and choosing the "Business Beat" header to explore some of the engaging discussions we recently added to our site.

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat recently? In last week's segments, Dr. Tomas Hult delves into the topic of entrepreneurship in sustainable development around the world. These segments include interviews with the Secretary General of UNCTAD; the Minister of National Development Planning of Indonesia; the  Minister of Economy, Economic Development and Tourism of Chile; the Minister of Trade, Industry and Co-Operative in Uganda; and the Minister of Finance in Zimbabwe. The final segment from last week contains an overview of the World Investment Forum that took place in Geneva, Switzerland from October 22-26.

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat recently? In last week's segments, Dr. Tomas Hult discussed a variety of topics, including the winners and losers of trade agreements, the impact of tariffs on US farmers, and the role of sustainability in business. The Business Beat is hosted by Dr. Tomas Hult of the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University and consists of brief audio segments that dive into current topics impacting the international business world. Past segments can be viewed by date or by speaker on our page featuring the Business Beats.

Visit the globalEDGE Business Beat page today to hear from experts in the realm of global business and to expand your international business knowledge!

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat recently? In last week's segments, Tomas Hult discussed a wide range of topics, including the refugee crisis and its impact on Turkey, Israel's relationship with the United States, and the current dynamics between the United States and Cuba. The Business Beat is hosted by Dr. Tomas Hult of the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, and consists of brief audio segments that drive into current topics impacting the international business world. You can view past segments by date or by specific speaker on our page featuring the Business Beats.

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The globalEDGE Business Beat features brief audio segments covering a wide range of international business topics. Hosted by Dr. Tomas Hult of Michigan State University, the Business Beat helps keep listeners up to date with global business news. In last week’s segments, Tomas discussed the U.S. Department of Education’s CIBER program, entrepreneurship, the customer service aspect of marketing, and Michigan State’s marketing and management programs. You can also check out the Business Beat archives, where you can view past segments by date or specific speaker.

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Have you had the chance to visit the globalEDGE Business Beat recently? These brief audio segments feature conversations between globalEDGE Director Tomas Hult and prominent members of the international business community, covering a wide variety of interesting topics. In the most recent segments, Tomas talks with both of Michigan’s US senators, Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow, on the auto industry and education.

Visit the globalEDGE Business Beat page today to hear from experts in the realm of global business and to expand your international business knowledge!

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The latest segments from the globalEDGE Business Beat take a look at a new business trade book, Second Shift: The Inside Story of the Keep GM Movement. Tomas Hult, along with David Hollister, Ray Tadgerson, and David Closs, wrote the book detailing how Lansing, Michigan was able to save its auto plant from closing. The six new segments from the Business Beat feature Tomas Hult discussing the book and accompanying film with each of the co-authors, examining how the Second Shift Model was successful and pointing out key takeaways for others in the business world.

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In the latest globalEDGE Business Beat, MSU's International Business Center Director Tomas Hult talks with 5 guests on a wide range of interesting topics. Included are discussions on voluntary green programs and their implications, customer satisfaction and its impact on stock returns, innovation inside companies, and the current state of international trade agreements. Check out the new Business Beat segments to gain insights into the international business world!

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat recently? The Business Beat, hosted by Tomas Hult, is a great way learn about current topics related to international business and covers a wide variety of interesting topics. The latest topics include globalization in the Greater Lansing area, infrastructure development, Vector Marketing, and entrepreneurship. Check out the globalEDGE Business Beat page today!

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Have you been gotten the chance to visit the globalEDGE Business Beat lately? The Business Beat, hosted by Tomas Hult, is a great way to gain in depth knowledge on current topics in the business world, and the latest segments cover a wide variety of interesting topics. Topics for May include the uniqueness of Sweden both culturally and economically, the Global Business School Network and its impact on business schools around the world, the American Marketing Association, and more. Make sure you check out the globalEDGE Business Beat page today!

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat lately? The latest segments feature a variety of interesting topics related to international business and trade. Specifically, the latest segments cover the evolving relationship between Cuba and the United States, the UK referendum on EU membership, the status of the United States’ relationship with Israel, Turkey’s involvement in the refugee crisis, and more. Be sure to visit the globalEDGE Business Beat page today to get an in-depth look at the aforementioned current topics in international business. 

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Have you visited the globalEDGE Business Beat page lately? The latest segments feature conversations with members of the international business community, including professors and professionals from the private sector. Visit the globalEDGE Business Beat page today to learn more about global security and anti-counterfeiting, micro-entrepreneurs’ involvement in the sharing economy, and the role of Indian academics in the global marketplace. 

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Have you had a chance to check out the latest segments from the globalEDGE Business Beat? February’s podcasts feature MSU’s International Business Center, international business education at community colleges nationwide, and a closer look at the Academy of International Business (AIB). The segment on MSU’s International Business Center provides a summary of accomplishments made in 2015 and a preview of what is to come for 2016. Click here to navigate to the globalEDGE Business Beat page and listen to the latest podcasts!

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Are you interested in the global trade initiatives of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)? How about properly pricing a product or service in a new market or the trade opportunities for U.S. companies in Norway? If the answer is yes, be sure to check out the globalEDGE Business Beat today. The globalEDGE Business Beat is a radio show hosted by Dr. Tomas Hult from the International Business Center at Michigan State University that features conversations with experts in the field of international trade. These podcast segments are rich with international business knowledge and are a great way to improve your international business acumen. 

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Have you had the chance to check out the latest segments from the globalEDGE Business Beat? These brief audio segments feature conversations between globalEDGE Director Tomas Hult and prominent members of the international business community. The most recent segments feature the following topics: the appeal of Brazil as a market, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development put forth by the United Nations Foundation Advocacy, the business climate in Greece, the viability of franchising, the driving forces behind entrepreneurship, and the importance of measuring customer satisfaction.

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In the latest globalEDGE Business Beat, MSU’s International Business Center Director Tomas Hult discusses U.S. international trade opportunities with Stefan Selig, who is the Under Secretary for International Trade at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. Their conversation focuses on three different U.S. trade initiatives, as well as the great potential for U.S. export growth.

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Hosted by Dr. Tomas Hult from Michigan State University’s International Business Center, the globalEDGE Business Beat (gBB) is your source for global business knowledge on the airways. The gBB offers discussions with global leaders in business, government, and academe and is available on the globalEDGE website and the Michigan Business Network.