Series #3 - Import/ Export - Brokers and Distributors

Series #3 - Import/ Export - Brokers and Distributors

This session will cover in more detail key areas to consider and relative impacts as they relate to selling your products inter-provincially and internationally. We will dive into business and sector specific regulations, packaging and labelling requirements and the use of Brokers & Distributors. As GS1 barcodes are recognized around the world, it makes it easier for all trading partners in the supply chain to import and export products using GS1 Global Standards. 

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, March 27, 2023
12:00 - 12:45 p.m. EST

Through Zoom Webinar platform