By Alexandra Bowen on 1/29/2010 5:47 PM

The Iraq Inquiry began this week with the questioning of former Prime Minister Tony Blair concerning his decision for England to participate in the war in Iraq and the removal of Saddam Hussein.  Check out this interesting video provided by BBC News.

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By Kristin Drauschke on 1/29/2010 2:02 PM

Life in a global environment is not only about cultural challenges and curiosities but about looking to foreign places for new opportunities and markets. At the Trade Center we often get inquiries asking for tips on where to go internationally and what kind of product to sell. Normally we can help those clients who are either already specialized in a product or region with country or industry research respectively. Today I want to show an option of how to learn about international opportunities AND get a good first idea of a market.

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By Annette Hansbury on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 8:36 PM

The president wants to double exports in 5 years...that got alot of claps...reforming export controls...not so much. Bet half of them have no idea what BIS or ECCN even are!!

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By Elyse Eriksson on 1/25/2010 3:23 PM

He came to China to study Mandarin and in the process he created "Bejing Sammies". Entreprenuers always fill a need and sometimes an empty stomach.

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By Joel Martino on 1/25/2010 10:40 AM

 Much in the same way that Americans value French food, wine and fashion, there are uniquely 'American'  items which they find intriguing as well!

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/22/2010 8:20 PM

Recovery to pick up, Bank of Canada says - CBC.ca

Please click on "read more" below in order to view two interviews with Bank of Canada's Governor Mark Carney.

 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/22/2010 7:52 PM

China unveils chocolate wonderland -  Reuters 2010

Chocolate is a sweet treat that is enjoyed by numerous people around the world, but whoever thought that chocolate could be used for something else other than eating.  This week China showed the world that chocolate can be used for more than just an edible delight. 

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By Annette Hansbury on Friday, January 22, 2010 3:51 PM

It's been quite busy around the ISBDC, what with client meetings, regional training, and the like. The new year glow that we always hope lasts thru January has definitely evaporated. We have had high hopes for 2010...until Haiti, and while the disaster hasn't affected us directly, as global citizens, it's hard not be be touched..especially when you're only a degree or 2 removed from a friend, client, or colleague who is from the area.

IS IT TOO EARLY TO ASK FOR A 2010 NEW YEAR'S DO-OVER?

In between meetings, here's what we've found amusing.

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By Lorraine McCord on 1/20/2010 8:33 PM

Since our office has started blogging, one of our goals has been to connect with our clients and make the work that we do more transparent and real. Our office is jointly funded from SBA and the Dallas County Community College District. As the primary funder, SBA dictates each year the goals for each state, which are then funnelled down to each center by that state's regional office. Those goals are centered around capital infusion and export sales which we measure at the end of each year. Additonally, we're measured on clients counseled, clients counseled for 5 hours or more. For the quarter ended 12/31/09, here's how we did on the counseling goals.

 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/15/2010 4:55 PM

According to the AP Business Writer article by Joe Mcdonald, China swept past Germany as the top exporter in 2009!

 

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