The Farmington Hills-based small and mid-sized business services provider Zana Network Thursday announced an effort to provide sales representation for its members around the globe.

The effort comes in conjunction with trade offices in 88 countries and Rhode Island-based Bryant University.

Participation in the program is available to Zana Network members as part of its annual $200 membership fee.

Zana Network helps members identify independent contractors who work as agents, distributors or sales reps on a performance basis. Working with companies including Dun & Bradstreet, Zana also provides methods of verifying the financial integrity of companies. Its partnership with Bryant University offers Zana members information on regulations, customs, tariffs, shipping and other services. Zana Network also offers financing services that include international lenders.

“This is an outstanding opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to find sales agents worldwide through Zana Networkm" said Ray Fogarty, director of the Chafee Center for International Business at Bryan University. "Now every company can be global.” 

Added Howard Keating, CEO of Zana Network: “Given the tough economic times in the U.S., many small companies may be thinking about cutting back -- and that’s why this can be a great time for aggressive businesses to take a contrarian approach by looking at how they can expand. The world becomes a smaller place when you see that Zana Network provides access to sales agents and distributors around the globe. This network is designed to help SMEs become even more profitable in their endeavors. Where else could you access a national or global sales network for $200?”

More at www.zananetwork.com.