Global Business Roundtable goes... Wild. International Trade Seminar about Business Opportunities in South Africa

There are still many "land of opportunity" in the world. South Africa has for sure an interesting profile... A seminar-presentation by Leyland Hazlewood.

Englewood Cliffs, NJ (PRWEB) August 15, 2004 -- the Global Business Roundtable is pleased to announce its monthly international business seminar: Doing Business with South Africa," presented by Mr. Leyland Hazlewood. The event will take place on September 15th, 2004 from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Assembly Steakhouse, located at 495 Sylvan Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Members of the GBR and affiliated organizations: $35; Non-Members: $45. Registration and networking will be followed by a buffet luncheon. Presentation and A&Q session will start at 12:30 AM.

This is an important networking opportunity for entrepreneurs keen to enter in the international arena. The seminar will cover the competitiveness of South Africa compared to similar emerging economies: identifying and seizing business opportunities in key growth sectors; finding success in the market either as an importer or an exporter; Black Economic Empowerment (BEE). Business leaders, trading companies, and newcomers will find the presentation extremely useful and an instrumental resource to learn about strengths and weaknesses of that area. An in-depth description of the countrys economy will be provided, along with leads and tips for the South African market.

Leyland Hazlewood is the best source to learn about business in South Africa. A former adjunct professor in economics at Baruch College (CUNY), Leyland holds a B.A. in Economics from Howard University, 1958 an M.B.A. in Marketing from the New York University Graduate School of Business Administration, 1961 and also pursued doctoral studies in Development Economics at City University of New York. He was Chief Executive of a US Agency for International Development (USAID) project to assist South African companies in their competitiveness and expansion into new markets. He organized the first International Franchising Opportunity Conference in Africa, where 15 U.S. franchisers sold $3 million dollars in licenses and franchises. Mr. Hazelwood also established and managed a South African office for Dimpex, Inc. Clients included Fortune 500 companies such as Nike. In 1996, Mr. Hazlewood was named Honorary Consul for the Republic of Guyana in South Africa. His responsibility under this position has been to conduct consular affairs and economic diplomacy by facilitating business contacts and promoting trade.

The Global Business Roundtable is a not for profit 501(c) 6 organization, founded in 1979 by Lynda Icochea. Its mission is to disseminate information concerning global trade and international commerce practices and to foster contacts with those engaged in international business. Celebrating its 25th year of activity, the Global Business Roundtable had a strong role in promoting understanding of different business cultures through its educational and informative programs, actively attended by VP and Senior officers in importing, exporting, freight forwarders, consultants, manufacturing, banking, accounting, brokerage, government trade specialists, export management companies, and other service and product providers involved in global operations and international trade.

For reservations and more information about the Global Business Roundtable, please contact Daniela Puglielli at 908-212-7846.