Business Success Stories
The World Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) Awards 2008 were presented at a gala ceremony during the 7th World Conference of TPOs in The Hague on 13 October 2008.
The World TPO Awards 2008 winners are:
The World TPO Awards 2008 winners are:
- New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) – ‘Best of the Best’ TPO and Best TPO from a Developed Country
- Export Promotion Agency of Afghanistan (EPAA) – Best TPO from a Least Developed Country
- Export Promotion Council (EPC), Kenya – Best TPO from a Developing Country
- Jamaica Trade & Invest (JTI/JAMPRO) – Best TPO from a Small Country
- Foreign Trade Corporation of Costa Rica (PROCOMER) – Panelists’ Surprise
London's Savile Row is famous for its independent tailoring shops that have been selling bespoke men's clothing along the short street since 1623. But in an era of ... Read More...
Other enterprises can benefit by borrowing strategies from these companies that have prospered generation after generation. Read More...
4. Israel's Winemaking Revolution
International consumers used to shun Israeli wines, but Golan Heights Winery managed to create a market for world-class wines—and retool an industry Read More...
5. The Mind of an IT Innovator
"Ever since I became an entrepreneur," says CNET founder Halsey Minor, "I've never viewed a single day of my life as a day of work" Read more...
6. A New Push to Make Farming Profitable
At the forefront of a revolution in the way small farms operate is celebrity farmer Joel Salatin. His new business model and innovative techniques are catching on with farmers across the country
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5. The Mind of an IT Innovator
"Ever since I became an entrepreneur," says CNET founder Halsey Minor, "I've never viewed a single day of my life as a day of work" Read more...
6. A New Push to Make Farming Profitable
At the forefront of a revolution in the way small farms operate is celebrity farmer Joel Salatin. His new business model and innovative techniques are catching on with farmers across the country
Read More..,
7. Uncorking a Family Business
At first it was a flight of fancy, but when the Wilson clan talked it over, the notion of going into the wine business proved irresistible Read More ..
8. Success Stories – Watch how South Pacific Business Development empowers women in Samoa
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At first it was a flight of fancy, but when the Wilson clan talked it over, the notion of going into the wine business proved irresistible Read More ..
8. Success Stories – Watch how South Pacific Business Development empowers women in Samoa
Watch http://www.spbd.ws/successstories/
9. Plugging a Hole in the Market
April Singer Straten turned a void in the clothing industry into a successful business Read More
10. Irons Need Not Apply
For business travelers, a new breed of wrinkle-free cotton means rumpled days are over. Read more...
11. Mr. Protection
Boats, buildings, cars, hay bales: Mike Enos wraps them all. Read more...
12. A Very Good Year for Beer
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13. Simple Luxuries Thrive in Depressed Economy
Beer, chocolate and video games. People find comfort on a tight budget with these recession-proof products.
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14. Dunkin' Donuts: A Recession-Resistant Franchise
Bad economy or not, consumers still want their morning coffee and donuts, which is good news for this franchise.
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15. Anago Cleaning Systems
Meet a franchisor with a willingness to get his hands dirty
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