Export Updates

AUGUST 2026

GLOBAL BUSINESS CENTER NEWS

Ohio Export Internship Program

Congratulations to our Ohio Export Interns!

On August 12th we will be celebrating our newest class of OEIP (Ohio Export Internship Program) graduates. Students from colleges around Ohio will be recognized for completing the program. Each student was accepted through a rigorous interview process, completed a semester-long international business course to prepare them for on-the-job challenges, and ultimately spent a summer interning at an Ohio small business putting their education into practice.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OEIP

3 Day Bootcamp for Global Business Professionals

Date: September 21- 23
Venue: CSU, Monte Ahuja College of Business

Are you the person at your company who gets the questions on all things international? Are you new to a position where global competency is expected, but you feel underprepared? This program is for you!

This 3-day in-person seminar at Cleveland State University will cover all the essential global business tactics for working professionals new to the realm of international trade. It will cover topics across four domains of trade: Global Business Management, International Logistics, International Marketing, and Trade Finance.

This course is aligned to the NASBITE professional credential, Certified Global Business Professional, and participants will be better prepared to obtain their certification.

REGISTRATION COMING SOON

PARTNER NEWS

Aerozone Annual Summit 2026

September 9-10, 2026
The Aviator Cleveland

The Aerozone Annual Summit returns September 9–10 at The Aviator in Cleveland. Building on the success of the sold-out inaugural event, the 2026 Summit is designed to be a larger, more action-oriented gathering focused on aerospace, aviation, advanced manufacturing, talent, infrastructure, innovation, and regional growth.

This year’s theme, Capturing Our Moment, reflects the extraordinary opportunities taking shape across Northeast Ohio and the power of bringing business leaders, educators, workforce partners, government officials, entrepreneurs, and economic development organizations together to help shape what comes next.

LEARN MORE + REGISTER

CSU College of Business Career Expo

Partner with CSU to
Build Your Talent Pipeline

The Monte Ahuja College of Business at Cleveland State University is excited to bring back its Business Career Expo this upcoming fall. The Career Expo will take place on Thursday, October 1 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the College of Business on CSU's campus.

If your organization would like to receive information when registration opens later this summer, please take a moment to complete the interest form. This will ensure you receive updates about the event and other opportunities to engage with students.

EMPLOYER INTEREST FORM

CSU values their employer partnerships and looks forward to helping you connect with the next generation of business professionals.

If you have any questions, contact:

Abbey Shiban, Ph.D.

Coordinator, Experiential Learning and Career Development

a.shiban@csuohio.edu

TEDx at CSU:
Untangling Wonder

Save the Date

Cleveland State University
Waetjen Auditorium
October 23, 2026
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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TEDx Cleveland State University is more than an event — it is a platform for expanding thinking, amplifying ideas, and fostering meaningful conversations across campus and the Greater Cleveland community.

Untangling Wonder invites the community to step into the unknown with curiosity, courage, and imagination. It reflects CSU’s commitment to push the boundaries of knowledge, discovery, innovation, and creativity.

An immersive experience where ideas ignite curiosity, creativity, and conversation; Untangling Wonder invites you to explore the mysteries, complexities, and possibilities that shape our world.

Join us for an afternoon of discovery as we unravel ideas, expand perspectives, and celebrate the power of wonder at TEDx Cleveland State University.

PARTNER NEWS

International Advanced Manufacturing

Event Details

November 11 - 12, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Huntington Convention Center
300 W Lakeside Avenue | Cleveland, OH 44114

The International Advanced Manufacturing Expo is a premier event spotlighting cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the manufacturing landscape. Explore innovations in AI, robotics, additive manufacturing, advanced materials, EVs, aerospace, and more—while engaging with industry leaders driving the next wave of industrial transformation.

This year, IAM Expo is proud to collaborate with the AMI Plastics World Expos, bringing two powerful events together under one roof. This partnership offers attendees access to a broader network of professionals across advanced manufacturing and plastics, plus entry to co-located expos, including Compounding, Plastics Extrusion, and Polymer Testing. The collaboration enhances opportunities for cross-industry learning, innovation, and sustainable solutions—making Cleveland the place to be for forward-thinking professionals.

Join us for a dynamic experience that bridges industries, accelerates innovation, and builds global connections.

Trade Mission Opportunities

Available Through Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors
& Premiers

Saudi Arabia, U.A.E. & Egypt (optional add-on)

December 5-15, 2026
Registration Deadline: September 18, 2026

South Africa and Kenya

February 10-17, 2027
Registration Deadline: November 4, 2026

The goal of these missions is to assist small- to medium-sized companies in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence region in exporting products and services to these important markets. Each mission participant will receive a customized schedule of B2B meetings with prospective customers and business partners.