ASIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE
How Do You Learn Global Sourcing? You go to the Factories.
In Spring 2024, I joined the Asia Sourcing Experience (ASE), a competitive, hands-on program designed to bridge classroom theory with real-world business. Over the course of 10 days, we traveled through Vietnam, China, and Korea, stepping directly into the world of international sourcing and manufacturing.
The Goal: Simplify Global Trade for Beginners
As part of a semester-long project, I developed the International Trade & Logistics Guide—a practical playbook to help you navigate global sourcing and logistics.
As my professor PJ Rogers says, “Cost, cost, and cost.” By using this guide, you gain access to trustworthy information that saves you time and money while equipping you with the tools needed to succeed in the world of international trade.
The Asia Sourcing Experience gave me the opportunity to integrate real-world insights into this guide while documenting the journey through video storytelling.
A group photo at Osuno, one of the businesses we visited in Vietnam.
The Experience: Global Business, Up Close
We visited 20+ factories, met executives, and gained firsthand insights into global manufacturing. This journey wasn’t just a trip—it sparked a shift in how I approach international trade, leadership, and collaboration.
Factory Tours
What We Saw:
- Raw material handling
- Assembly lines and automation
- Quality control stations
- Warehousing and global shipping practices
- Executive meetings and insider insights
Executive Insights
What We Learned:
- Supplier selection and vetting
- Cross-border negotiations and pricing strategy
- Risk mitigation and contingency planning
- Quality and ethical sourcing standards (ISO, social audits)
Cultural Intelligence
How Culture Shaped Strategy:
- Vietnam: Flexibility and relationship-first communication
- China: Scale, speed, and cost efficiency
- Korea: Precision and tech-driven operations
The results: What Came Out of This Experience
The Asia Sourcing Experience wasn't just an educational journey. This immersive adventure translated into practical tools, visual storytelling, and a transformed perspective on international trade.
the Journey
Produced, filmed, and edited to capture the essence of this transformative journey.
Praised for its professional quality, this video offers a visual narrative of the factories we visited, the culture we immersed ourselves in, and the lessons we learned.
International Trade & Logistics Guide
A polished manual packed with templates, checklists, infographics, and real-world examples—available upon request. This guide simplifies complex processes and empowers users to confidently tackle global sourcing challenges.
Now it's your turn
Curious about how you can confidently navigate international sourcing? Request access to the International Trade & Logistics Guide—a resource designed to save you time and money while providing actionable insights.
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