Geoff Owen

Geoff Owen is recognized by Continental Who’s Who for showing dedication and excellence in the in the field of Trade and Development as a result of his role as President of Universe International Trade. Geoff Owen, President of Universe International Trade, focuses on Business Development and Trade Facilitation. Mr. Owen has made a name for himself in the areas of international trade, business development, strategic leadership, market growth and the building of enterprise value. His industry acumen has blossomed over the course of an illustrious career, and he continues to learn and grow. He works with clients from commencement to conclusion, finding distribution channels for overseas companies, handling forecasting, and conducting research on the market for overseas sales. He works directly for a clients company and also contracts out his services. Mr. Owen’s company specifically focuses on the different aspects of business development and trade facilitation. It offers a variety of services, including complementing clients’ special requirements with unique and proven programs that are relative to their objectives. In addition, they identify international project opportunities and provide an increased depth of information that helps determine the likelihood of success. Among the highlights of Mr. Owen’s career are having successfully worked with two American states to create economic development programs for location expansion purposes. This work would eventually lead to the acquisition of a $10 million contract. He also worked with a UK Hi-tech manufacturing company to negotiate a finalized agreement that would establish profitable North American manufacturing and distribution on a licensee basis. In his work with a major financial institution, he identified, qualified and finalized new account business, increasing revenue by $25 million in three years. Mr. Owen attributes his success to his diligent work ethic, strong negotiation skills, his hands on approach and his ongoing knowledge of all aspects of his company’s activates. He became involved in his profession because of his early interest in globalization. Mr. Owen earned a degree in English after completing his studies in the United Kingdom. He maintains affiliation with the Toronto Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and the BCCTC. He is also a former member of the Hong Kong Business Association. He enjoys all forms of exercising and engaging in sporting activities in his spare time. He also takes pleasure in going to concerts. In the future Mr. Owen intends to create a partnership with a larger company. For more information about Universe International Trade, visit www.univtrade.com