The pressure is on. There are only about 3.5 weeks to go before I (Junior Team Canada) leave for the 2010 China Trade Mission! I still need to get my visa situation figured out, buy a few more chic business dresses, mentally prep for the flight/heat/time change, AND...more importantly...I have about $2,500 more to fundraise and am hungry to find more corporate and community sponsors I can be proud to call partners!
I am already suffocating at the thought of only being able to pack one suitcase and a carry on...I mean...have these people seen me pack before? haha. Regardless, this will be an amazing endeavor and I cannot wait to begin.
As many of you know, I recently attended the State Luncheon with President Hu Jintao of the People's Republic of China - during his state visit to Canada. I had the chance to shake his hand and say a few words about myself and our mission - I was stunned! It was definitely a once in a lifetime experience. This has me even more excited for China!!!
Phew....back to the grind!
By the way, here is some background information for those of you who don't know about the 2010 China Trade Mission with Global Vision and Junior Team Canada:
During the mission, Junior Team Canada will focus on trade and development opportunities. Our team will meet with industry, government, community and youth leaders to identify business opportunities for Canadian companies. In addition, I will visit Canadian development and corporate social responsibility projects to provide support for sustainable development efforts. The role of each Ambassador is to represent our company partners, community and country, while gaining valuable market intelligence and furthering our understanding of global issues. After my mission, I will return back to Canada to share my newfound knowledge and expertise with my peers, and my community at large.
To find out more about Global Vision and opportunities within the organization, check out: www.globalvision.ca
It is refreshing to hear excitement in the words of a young person who feels so passionate about representing our great country. The Global Vision Junior Team Canada program has helped many young and impressionable teens forge their first steps towards a future as the next leaders and economic decision makers of Canada. To be one of only a few select youngsters from across Canada chosen to be ambassadors to China and Malaysia, while learning how business is done on a Global level, is something which will stay and shape all of these Junior Team Canada representatives for all their separate future endeavors. Congratulations and We know you will make Canada proud.
ReplyDeleteWow, meeting with someone, even briefly, who is the leader of over 1.5 billion people that is soo cool and a once in a lifetime experience. How was his handshake? Was it firm and did it come with a look in the eyes? I can only imagine what that must of felt like, enjoy and appreciate everything so you can pass on your travels to others who might be thinking of going in the same direction. Vive la chance!
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