irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $77KAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS HELD FOR ALL MEMBERS WHICH PROVIDES 4 FULL DAYS OF ACTIVITIES INCLUDING CGBP BOOT CAMP, WORKSHOPS, ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS AND PROGRAM SESSIONS. THE CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE AVERAGE IS ABOUT 200 MEMBERS
- #2 $86KOTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Training Forum
Three-day professional development event featuring workshops, keynotes, and networking for global trade educators and practitioners, including a CGBP exam prep track and student case competition
CGBP Certification Program
Administers the Certified Global Business Professional credential, validating expertise in global business management, marketing, supply chain, and trade finance
Publications and Resources
Produces and curates educational materials including textbooks, trade finance guides, and case studies for international business education and export training
Student Case Competition
Annual competition where students analyze and present solutions for a fictional company's global expansion challenges, culminating in live finals at the Annual Training Forum
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Administering the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credentialing programDevelops and administers the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential, including job analysis, exam construction, item writing, and governance through the CGBP Governance Council and related committees. The exam is offered four times per year, and over 2,000 professionals have earned the credential since its launch in March 2005.
- Providing professional development and training for global business professionalsOffers a range of professional development opportunities including an eight-session CGBP exam preparation program, monthly webinars, workshops, and sponsored programs for recertification credit. Also provides access to peer-reviewed publications and engagement in learning material development as part of CGBP recertification requirements.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships and competition prizes to students and faculty in international businessFunds annual scholarships for students and faculty in International Business to support continuing education and professional event attendance. Also awards $1,000 prizes to winning teams in the annual student case competition and provides funding for students to pursue the CGBP credential.
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Conducting advocacy for global business education and trade assistance professionalsProvides leadership and advocacy on behalf of global business education and trade assistance professionals, including recognition of innovation and excellence in international trade instruction, curriculum development, research, and program development through an annual awards program.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Organizing annual conferences and training forums for global business professionalsHosts an annual three-day training forum and a national small business exporter summit featuring workshops, roundtable discussions, educational sessions, and a CGBP Boot Camp. The event typically draws around 200 attendees and includes pre-conference workshops such as one on export documentation and procedures.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Providing member services and resources for global business professionalsOffers individual membership benefits including access to directories, resource materials, connections with subject-matter experts, discounted professional development, recertification support, scholarships, and use of the organization’s logo.
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Bilateral Trade and Business Relations 1 activity
- Publishing educational resources and curricular materials for international tradeDevelops and publishes textbooks, guides, and case studies for global business education, including "The Global Entrepreneur," "Roadmap to Export Success," the 2022 "Trade Finance Guide," and the fictional case study "Bike-Makers, Inc." These materials are used in academic programs and as study resources for the CGBP exam.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Supporting student engagement and education in global businessOffers the CGBP Student Pathway Program with discounted packages for students, including study materials and exam access. Organizes an annual student case competition for undergraduate and graduate students, featuring live finals and applied learning in global business competencies such as export planning and market entry strategies.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$257K
Contributions & grants$35K14%
Program service revenue$212K83%
Investment income$10K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$271K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead27%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$5K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$359K
Cash$301K
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$343K
Liquid reserves13.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -3.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- GABE SHWEIRI — IMM PAST PRES
- KELLIE GREENE — TREASURER
- MICHAEL SEIBERT — PRESIDENT
- NATE WARD — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Accredited Training Programs Partner — Partners with accredited training programs to offer the Student Pathway Program.
- Bike-Makers, Inc. Partner — Fictional case study organization used to teach global business competencies.
- Bradley University Partner — Institution associated with Jim Foley, who spearheaded the CGBP development effort.
- CGBP Network — Certification program administered by NASBITE International for global business professionals.
- CGBP Governance Council Network — Leads CGBP certification activities including job analysis, item writing, and exam construction.
- Centers for International Business, Education, and Research (CIBERs) Partner — Collaborated in the development of the CGBP credential.
- Certified Trainers Partner — Works with certified trainers to support delivery of the Student Pathway Program.
- EXIM Bank of the United States Government — Representative from EXIM Bank of the United States serves ex-officio on NASBITE International's Board of Governors
- Educational Members Partner — Collaborates with educational institutions that are members to deliver the Student Pathway Program.
- Greater Florida District Export Council Partner — Co-established the Katie Arroyo Memorial Scholarship fund with NASBITE International to support students pursuing the CGBP credential.
- Missouri District Export Council Partner — Luncheon sponsor for the Annual Training Forum 2026
- NASBITE International Network — Organization represents members across business, education, and government sectors in international trade.
- PNC Bank Partner — Representative from PNC Bank serves ex-officio on NASBITE International's Board of Governors
- Portland SBDC Partner — Sponsored the 1988 founding conference that led to the creation of NASBITE.
- Professional Examination Service Partner — Contracted to develop the body of knowledge and test protocol for the CGBP credential.
- Professional Examination Service (PES) Partner — Contracted to help create the body of knowledge and test protocol for the CGBP credential.
- SC SBDC Partner — Representative from SC SBDC, affiliated with the University of South Carolina, serves ex-officio on NASBITE International's Board of Governors
- Seattle Community College Partner — Cosponsored the 1988 founding conference that led to the creation of NASBITE.
- St. Louis, MO Government — Host location for the live track of the 2026 NASBITE International Annual Training Forum and Student Case Competition.
- The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Government — Featured speaker at the luncheon and annual meeting presenting a global economic outlook
- U.S Small Business Administration Government — Featured in a keynote session on the SBA’s international roadmap for 2026 and beyond
- U.S. Commercial Service Government — Representative from U.S. Commercial Service serves ex-officio on NASBITE International's Board of Governors
- U.S. Small Business Administration Government — Federal agency that funds Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) collaborating with NASBITE.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Knowledge and Curriculum Developmentmethodology: collaborative_curriculum_developmentBy developing educational resources and credentials through collaboration with trade educators, government specialists, and practitioners, we strengthen professional capacity because multidisciplinary input ensures relevance, rigor, and alignment with field realities.
- Experiential and Practice-Based Learning Modelmethodology: experiential_learningBy using case competitions, interactive training, and practice-based recertification, we build durable professional skills because active engagement with real-world challenges reinforces learning and maintains competency over time.
- Model Program Replication and Innovation Scalingmethodology: model_program_replicationBy identifying and recognizing focused, innovative programs in international trade, we enable the replication of effective models because highlighting targeted initiatives accelerates adoption and adaptation across institutions.
- Workforce-Aligned Credentialingmethodology: workforce-aligned_credentialingBy aligning professional credentialing with employer-identified workforce needs, we improve career readiness and professional capacity in global business, because validated competencies ensure practitioners meet real-world industry demands.