We know this has been "on again, off again," but for now Singapore is back on for 2023.  This exciting and richly educational learning experience is set for March 9-19, 2023, which coincides with Spring Break.  We've prepared a video for you, The Singapore Experience, that explains many of the details to help you decide on attending this program. Some of the businesses to be visited include Coke Asia, Siemens, Coperion, ESSEC Business School, and the Singapore Economic Development Board.  The trip will also include a daytrip to Malaysia. We think this will be a great addition to the International Business Studies program and add an Asian element to the existing London and Italy programs.  For more information contact Warren King or the Center for Global Engagement at The University of North Georgia.

Finally, we're able to proudly announce that the International Business Studies program is ready to resume. London is back on the schedule where we'll be immersed in the European business community, and the inaugural trip to Singapore will focus on the Asian business market. Both of these trips can accommodate up to 16 students and will take place over Spring Break 2022. These are exceptional learning opportunities and, in today's workplace, a near prerequisite to someone who wants to work in international business. For more information, contact Warren King or watch one or both of these videos that were created to introduce you to the London and Singapore experience.

The University of North Georgia is gearing up for the 2020 International Business Studies program and, in addition to London, will be adding Singapore to the mix.  Like London for the European business community, Singapore is a central hub in Asia for many large scale businesses.  Warren King's prior experience working and living in Singapore makes him a valuable resource in coordinating this unique opportunity for UNG students, and he will lead the group if sufficient students sign up.  For more information on both London and Singapore Warren has created two video presentations that show an overview of these rich and learning filled programs.

VISION 2030 is a community project of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce and was initiated in 2005 with over 1,000 Gainesville-Hall County citizens describing the community they'd like to live, work, and raise families in with a "common vision."  Nxt Level Advisors was engaged by the leaders of this innovative project to conduct a Strategic Review to provide an independent evaluation of operations and make recommendations for enhancing the project's viability.  At the conclusion of this evaluation a detailed report was furnished to the organization with the following quote from the executive director. "Many thanks to you both for your great work in leading us through this process. While the one-day format may have prevented us from exploring more deeply, we do feel a great deal was achieved for the organization and we are appreciative of that! We know what we have to do now." 

During the week of March 10, 2019 Warren led a group of senior students from the University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, Georgia on a Study Abroad Trip to London.  This trip was a combination of business visit and cultural touring in Europe's most influential centers of business and commerce.  Some of the businesses visited included Lloyds of London, Jaguar, Coke London, and CDW, among others.  The students consider this one of the highlights of their international business studies.  A similar trip to Singapore is planned for March 2020.

Warren presented a talk to the National Association of Independent Laboratory Products Distributors titled "Planning to Win."  The presentation focused on the process of conducting and internal strategic analysis, plan formulation and implementation, as well as methods and milestones for periodic reviews to ensure the plans are succeeding.  A key element in this process is seeking involvement and "buy in" by leaders, managers, and employees at all levels.

Warren continues his involvement in Vistage International, a unique organization of CEOs, Presidents and Business Owners who collaborate on solving issues and developing strategic plans.  Warren's interaction with Vistage affords him an intimate perspective in the issues and challenges facing today's business leaders in a variety of industry groups.   Learn more about Vistage International by clicking here.