Marvin Hough

Biography:

Professional Experience:
30+ years in trade facilitation with Export Development Canada (EDC)
Held senior roles including Regional Vice-President, Asia and Latin America
Served in multiple international locations: Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Beijing, New Delhi, and Mexico City 

Academic Engagement:
Joined Telfer School of Management – University of Ottawa post-EDC
Taught international business in EMBA, MBA, and undergraduate programs
Key contributor to Telfer EMBA international business consulting trips 

Board & Advisory Roles:
Served on boards including:
Canada-India Business Council (C-IBC)
Canada China Business Council (CCBC)
Hong Kong Canada Business Association (HKCBA)
Canadian International Council (CIC)
Program Advisory Committees at Centennial and George Brown Colleges 

Publications & Mentorship:
Author of A Career in International Trade and The International Business Culture Pathfinder
Books endorsed by the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)
Mentors young professionals and guest lectures at colleges/universities 

 Current Work – MIRA:
Provides international research and analysis services to Canadian companies, educational institutions, and government departments
Focus on strategic markets: India, China, and Mexico
Clients include Global Affairs, EDC, Algonquin College, and Canadian businesses 

 Academic Credentials:
Bachelor of Commerce (with Distinction) – University of Alberta
MBA – University of Alberta
Holds CITP/FIBP designations from FITT