Article: GTI Roundtable Panel
GTI Roundtable Panel
The Global Trading Initiative (GTI) hosted a Roundtable Panel titled "Cross-Border Trading Stories & Real-World Projects," alongside a series of small-group Table Chat sessions.
Designed as an interactive and practice-oriented experience, the events brought together students from diverse backgrounds to exchange ideas, explore global trade dynamics, and engage with real business opportunities.
The roundtable took place in an informal, discussion-based lunchtime setting, encouraging open dialogue on key aspects of international trade — including market selection, product positioning and pricing, logistics, and broader industry insights. Through a series of student-led presentations, participants gained insight into how cross-border ideas can be translated into tangible ventures.
Speaker Highlights
"Preparing for 50% Unemployment"
Josemaria opened the session reflecting on how structural shifts in the global economy and rapid technological change may reshape labor markets. His remarks encouraged participants to think critically about resilience, adaptability, and the role that cross-border trade can play in creating new forms of economic opportunity in an uncertain future.
"Building Unique Products from China"
Anugreh highlighted how China's manufacturing ecosystem can be leveraged not only for reselling existing goods, but for co-creating new, differentiated products. He emphasized strategies for working with suppliers to develop customized offerings and discussed how such products can be positioned for B2B and institutional markets worldwide.
"Building MyTeaPal: From an App Idea to a Global Tea Platform"
Vincent shared the journey of transforming a simple concept into an internationally recognized platform. His story illustrated how digital innovation, combined with cultural storytelling, can create scalable business models that connect global communities around shared interests such as tea.
Traditional Chinese Incense (线香) to Global Markets
Dora, Vice President of the GTI Committee, introduced a trading idea inspired by Chinese culture, centered on bringing traditional Chinese incense (线香) to overseas markets. Her presentation explored how culturally rooted products can be adapted and positioned for international audiences, sparking discussion on the commercialization and globalization of heritage-based goods.
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