Final Day to Register for the NASBITE Annual Conference in Cleveland!
Time is running out! Today, March 31st, marks the final day to register for the NASBITE 38th Annual Conference on Global Business—the premier event in international trade education. This year's conference takes place April 8-10 in Cleveland, a rare opportunity to connect with top industry professionals, trade experts, and business leaders right in our region.
Exclusive Pre-Conference Boot Camps—Attend Without the Full Conference or Add One for Free!
Enhance your expertise with one of our two high-impact pre-conference workshops. Choose to attend without registering for the full conference OR unlock complimentary access when you sign up for the full event!*
1. Export Controls Workshop
📅 Tuesday, April 8 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza at Playhouse Square
🎓 Led by Robert Imbriani
💲 $195 (or FREE with full conference registration)
This workshop offers a deep dive into ITAR & EAR compliance, helping businesses properly classify their exports, obtain necessary licensing, and leverage compliance for competitive advantage. Learn about the latest regulatory changes, including the “500” and “600” series, and understand how recent updates affect your export classifications.
2. Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Boot Camp
📅 Monday, April 7 - Tuesday, April 8 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza at Playhouse Square
🎓 Co-led by Gabe Shweiri, CGBP & Nate Ward, CGBP, CITP
💲 $395 (or FREE with full conference registration)
This two-day intensive training covers key aspects of global trade, making it ideal for professionals looking to expand their knowledge. Attendees will gain practical insights into international marketing, logistics, payment processing, tariffs, and global trade management. This boot camp also serves as a great preparation for the CGBP certification exam or recertification.
Special Offer for First-Time NASBITE SME Attendees
New registrants from small-to-mid-sized for-profit companies, who are active clients of a Small Business Development Center, US Commercial Service, or Ohio District Export Council, qualify for a complimentary seat at either boot camp—a value of up to $395! That’s a total savings of $595 when combined with the full conference registration.
🔹 Use promo code: Boot2025 for the CGBP Boot Camp
🔹 Use promo code: Controls2025 for the Export Controls Workshop
Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Today is the final day to register—secure your spot now and join us in Cleveland for an event packed with education, networking, and industry insights.