The IBC Global Forum is underway with attendees and speakers coming from over 10 countries. The Global Forum is a gathering of housewares industry professionals who are eager to learn and share best practices on selling products internationally.
The conference began today with a presentation by Jeff Murphy of Wilton Brands who explained the basics of international business through the IBC 101: International Essentials session. A networking reception and dinner followed where attendees were able to mix and mingle, make new friends and catch up with old.
Sessions to follow on Thursday and Friday include:
Executive Education—Pragmatically Approaching Western Europe
Africa—How to use Africa to Reach Other Export Markets
Honduras—Lady Lee
China—VIP.com
Indonesia—ACE Hardware
Denmark, Norway and Sweden—Hippie De Luxe