This year’s WIIT Woman of the Year award was presented to EU Commissioner for Trade Cecilia Malmström. This award honors a woman who is well-known and highly respected in the profession of international trade. Evelyn Suarez had the privilege of presenting the award at a ceremony in Washington DC on April 24, 2017.
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COMMENTARY: Narrowing the equality gap
This article by Evelyn Suarez first appeared on March 27th at Adam Smith Project.
Studies show there is much work to be done in giving women leadership positions in trade
It is only fitting to take stock of where women stand during Women’s History Month, the month which includes International Women’s Day on March 8, 2017.
Evelyn Suarez Appointed to Advisory Council of GW Center for International Business Education and Research
Evelyn Suarez has been appointed to the Advisory Council of George Washington University’s Center for International Business Education and Research (GW-CIBER). Established in 2006, GW-CIBER promotes international business knowledge through workshops and conferences, scholarly research, business language training, and mentorship programs.
The national CIBER program links U.S. businesses with the expertise of U.S. universities in areas of international education, language training, and research. GW is one of 17 universities around the country to receive this grant for the 2014-18 grant period.
Dr. Linda A. Livingstone, Dean of the GW School of Business, welcomed Ms. Suarez to the GW-CIBER Advisory Council with the following:
On behalf of the entire GW community, please accept my sincere thanks for your involvement with GW-CIBER. We are confident that your insights and experience will assist the Center in shaping policies and programs that provide the greatest benefit to our University, the local community, and the country. We look forward to drawing on your knowledge and expertise to achieve our mission of advancing the understanding and practice of international business.
Commentary: WTO’s Bright Spot
Pending trade facilitation agreement gives trade community cause for optimism
Originally appeared on the Adam Smith Project on February 3, 2017. Reposted with permission.
The World Trade Organization’s Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) is only two ratifications away from entry into force.
Customs & Corruption: Getting to Market Efficiently & Reliably
Evelyn Suarez, Esq., a recognized U.S. customs lawyer, moderated a panel on Friday, October 21, 2016 for GetGlobal. The topic was how international traders and transportation companies are often confronted with complex and confusing customs and other government agency requirements for entry into market. This panel of customs attorneys and a global compliance professional explored such challenges. Mr. Fochesato discussed the European Union’s new Uniform Customs Code, which sets forth new customs rules for the EU. Mr. Garcia Seimandi addressed customs issues for Mexico and Ms. Allen gave us a global perspective as VP for Global Compliance for FedEx Networks.
Speakers:
Cindy Allen–Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, FedEx Trade Networks
Alejandro García Seimandi–Partner, García Seimandi Flores & Villeda
Enea Fochesato–Founding Partner, Jus&Trade, Fochesato Law Firm
Evelyn Suarez–Founder, The Suarez Firm (Moderator)