The Housewares Export Council — HECNA — is a special interest group of IHA members, dedicated to helping its membership market and sell their products internationally by sharing information, providing networking opportunities and offering programs to assist, support and educate.

Grow Your International Business

Who Qualifies? Anyone interested in:
  • Increasing international sales
  • Entering new international markets
  • Networking for new overseas opportunities
  • Receiving assistance on export-related issues such as freight forwarding and export regulations
  • Preparing to export for the first time
To learn more about HECNA, contact IHA International team member Lori Szudarek, at 847-692-0116



HECNA Global Forum — Learn at the annual meeting, which features industry-savvy specialists discussing relevant export topics and providing education on market entry, global product development and marketing strategies.

The 2012 HECNA Global Forum will take place September 19 – 21, 2012.    The focus of the Global Forum is giving attendees the tools to increase their international business.  This is a key opportunity to learn through an executive education program and industry colleagues speaking on international topics relevant to your business. Contact Lori Szudarek to learn more. 

gia - global innovator award
Honoring housewares retailing excellence from around the world.