The Monte Ahuja Endowment in Global Business: Small Busines Export Success Series presents: 

Exploring Business Opportunities in Japan

Understanding the culture, business environment and economic landscape of international markets is essential for businesses exploring global opportunities.

This Global Gateway Series event will introduce students, entrepreneurs and small business leaders to Japan, offering insights into the country’s culture, geography, cuisine, history and business practices.

Distinguished speakers from government and industry will share firsthand perspectives and practical experiences working with Japan, helping attendees better understand the opportunities and considerations involved in doing business in this important global market.

Join us Thursday, September 17 at 11:15am in BU 118 - Click here to register. 

Featured Speakers

• Special Guest - Hajime Kishimori - Consul General of Japan in Detroit, MI
• Kimberley Smith - President, The Pipe Line Development Company, Cleveland, OH
• Sean Carr - Sales Manager, The Pipe Line Devekopment Company, Cleveland, OH
• Ryan Essels - Vice President of Operations, Director of Human Resources, Myshiyama Corporation of America, Great Neck, NY
• Coordinator: Dr. Rama Jayanti, Monte Ahuja Endowed Chair in Global Business, Professor and Fulbrights Fellow, Department of Marketing, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH 

The event highlights the Global Gateway Series and the international learning opportunities available through Monte Ahuja Endowment in Global Business and Cleveland State University.