Series #1 - Who is GS1 Canada?

Series #1 - Who is GS1 Canada?

In Canada, through our unique community management role, we collaborate with business leaders, sector boards, advisory councils and industry work groups to develop standards, guidelines and non-proprietary business solutions. Partnering with industry, we provide education and implementation support to subscribers of all sizes across multiple sectors. This session will provide an overview of services offered, roles we play across the supply chain along with tips on how to get started the right way.

This education series is FREE for all CIFST members in good standing. Participate in all four 30-minute sessions to gain a comprehensive understanding and receive a Certificate of Completion.

Our Speaker:

Alain Picard, Advisor, Community Engagement 

Bio: 

Alain is an Advisor with the Community Engagement team at GS1 Canada. This new division was created in early 2022 with the main objective of supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs get their products to market quickly and efficiently.

Part of his mandate is to work closely with Trade Associations and Educational Institutions alike.

The goal being to support, educate and familiarize their members with GS1 Global Standards emphasizing the importance of minimizing start up and scale up hurdles along the way. As a previous business owner in Wholesale Packaging & Distribution, he truly enjoys sharing his experience and building relationships which bodes well in this role.

Event Details:

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. EST

Through Zoom Webinar platform