WTCA: The Centerpiece 🌎 March 2024

Dive into the world of global commerce and business innovation with WTCA's March edition of "The Centerpiece"! Hosted by Scott Center of WTC Savannah and Ed Allison-Wright of WTC Gibraltar, this month's roundup delves into the dynamic landscape of international business.
Fresh off the 54th Annual Global Business Forum (GBF) in Bengaluru, India, Scott and Ed start with the exciting introduction of WTCA TV, a platform showcasing members from across the globe, and they tease the upcoming launch of a leadership channel. The duo then highlight key insights and announcements from the event:
Accreditation of three new World Trade Center businesses, which are all Premier Accredited with specializations in Business & Member Services, Conference & Exhibition Services, and Trade Development. The new members are:
🌍 World Trade Center Cyprus
🌍 World Trade Center Monterrey
🌍 World Trade Center Trieste
But the highlights don't stop there! Scott and Ed shine a spotlight on the recent announcement of the 3rd Biennial WTCA Champions Awards winners, honoring exceptional contributions from WTCA members to the global network. From local connectivity to sustainability, these awards recognize excellence in various categories, reinforcing WTCA's commitment to driving innovation and collaboration.
The hosts also share exciting updates on WTCA's regional PR efforts, showcasing media coverage from around the world. From @BloombergAdria to @CNBCAfrica, WTCA HQs staff and members have been featured in prominent publications, amplifying the organization's global reach and impact.
Explore how WTCA members are making waves in their respective regions, fostering connections, and driving trade and investment opportunities:
Asia Pacific:
❇️ A flag-off ceremony was held at the AAICLAS International Air Cargo Facility, facilitated by World Trade Center Bhubaneswar to inaugurate air cargo to/from international destinations through BPIA Bhubaneswar.
❇️ The World Trade Center Hosur team met with the Heads of Departments of the @SairamInstitutions, fostering discussions on potential collaboration.
❇️ The DTI - Export Marketing Bureau and the @WorldTradeCenterMetroManila conducted an Information Session on Market Opportunities in India.
❇️ World Trade Center Visakhapatnam partnered with the @BritishHighCommissionIndia to organize the England-India Men’s Cricket Pre-reception.
Europe:
❇️ World Trade Center Paris Ile-de-France recently launched their Business Club.
❇️ World Trade Center Lisboa organized an event bringing together artisanal cachaça producers from Brazil and Portuguese import, distribution, and retail companies to develop the market for cachaça in Portugal.
Latin America:
❇️ Guyana’s first World Trade Center will be opened this year, fostering substantial interest in connecting and trading with local entities.
❇️ World Trade Center Monterrey transferred the Small Business Development Center model to the Mexican southern states of Yucatan and Quintana Roo, facilitated by an invitation from the USA Embassy in Mexico.
Middle East & Africa:
❇️ World Trade Center Abuja hosted its much-anticipated End-of-Year Business and Networking Cocktail, bringing together dignitaries from various sectors.
❇️ On February 12, World Trade Center Algiers launched the annual program of the WTC Algiers Business Club.
North America:
❇️ Thomas Young, President and CEO of World Trade Center Greater Philadelphia, received Philadelphia Business Journal’s "40 Under 40" award.
❇️ The Consumer Technology Association contributed $125K to support sustainability efforts in Nevada.
❇️ The City of Savannah and the Accra Metropolitan Assembly from Ghana signed a partner city agreement, establishing a formal partnership to encourage exchange and cooperation across various sectors.
Explore Upcoming March & April Events
🔶 March 30, 2024 - June 29, 2024: WTC Mumbai Certified Foreign Trade Expert
🔶 April 04-07, 2024: MIAS: Manila International Auto Show
🔶 April 10-12, 2024: ACI Europe Regional Airports Conference and Exhibition
🔶 April 11, 2024: WTCA TS APAC MAC MEETING Q1 - 2024
🔶 April 15-17, 2024: UFI MEA Conference
Don't miss out on this exclusive glimpse into the world of global business! Tune in to "The Centerpiece" and discover how the WTCA network is shaping the future of international trade and commerce.
Time Stamps:
0:10 - Global Business Forum (GBF) in Bengaluru overview and thank you
2:18 - WTCA TV on TH-cam
4:20 - Intro of three new World Trade Center businesses
5:10 - 3rd Biennial WTCA Champions Awards winners
6:15 - Public Relations gains
6:55 - News from WTCA network - Asia Pacific
7:15 - News from WTCA network - Europe
7:45 - News from WTCA network - Latin America
7:55 - News from WTCA network - Middle East & Africa
8:10 - News from WTCA network - North America
8:50 - Upcoming events
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