Global business experts and experienced matchmakers from Plante Moran and The Ohio State University will discuss what leaders of small- and mid-sized businesses should consider to ensure the success of their global partnerships. Choosing a firm that is similar in size can be comforting, but does it really contribute the economies of scale, market power and organizational image that can make a venture successful? What are the challenges companies face when going abroad? How can they overcome those challenges? What are the characteristics of a good partner for global expansion?