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Our February 3, 2022 What's Happening Newsletter features an opportunity to join our member-only networking platform, Member Connect, the week of Valentine's Day to non-members. There is no cost and if you decide to become a member of WTCGP, you will receive $100 off. Save the Date for WTCA's General Assembly and WTCA's Member Forum that are coming up later this year. Our member, Jeffrey Ji, president of U-Combinations Technology, was featured in an article about the relationship between the United States and China. If you are starting to travel again, check out Philadelphia International Airport's COVID-19 resource page for updates. There is ...

Our January 27, 2022 What's Happening Newsletter features an opportunity to subscribe to 5 Minute Briefs from Seoul via Pennsylvania ATRs Korea's Office. It is a brief newsletter on the latest trends and information from Seoul. There is an opportunity to attend a webinar on export controls under export administration regulations and changes under export control reform. There are opportunities through USTDA for U.S. Firms who are interested in overseas projects. Lastly, there is still an opportunity to attend a trade mission to Israel. Have a great weekend! ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 5 Minute ...

Our January 20, 2022 What's Happening Newsletter features an opportunity to attend a webinar on cybersecurity awareness through the U.S.-EU Trade & Technology Council. There is an opportunity to attend a webinar on export controls under export administration regulations and changes under export control reform. Additionally, there is a webinar on Hong Kong and the opportunities in innovation and technology. There are opportunities through USTDA for U.S. Firms who are interested in overseas projects. The Department of Commerce is hosting a webinar on Information and Technology Business Opportunities in India. Lastly, there is still an opportunity ...

Happy December! Our December 2, 2021 What's Happening Newsletter features a December 9th virtual meeting on India’s prosperous Kutch region, opportunities in logistics, energy, and infrastructure, and practical advice on doing business in India. On December 15th, plan to participate in a Got Questions ? to learn more about shipping and supply chain bottlenecks. We are also excited to announce that we are opening up our new members-only networking platform, Member Connect , to non-members for the month of December. There is no cost and if you decide to become a member of WTCGP, you will receive $100 off. Lastly, there is still an opportunity to ...

In our November 22, 2021 What's Happening Newsletter , features a December 9 virtual meeting on India’s prosperous Kutch region, opportunities in logistics, energy, and infrastructure, and practical advice on doing business in India. On December 15, plan to participate in a Got Questions ? to share solutions to continuing shipping and supply chain bottlenecks. We are excited to announce that we launched our new social media and networking platform, Member Connect, and welcomed our newest member, Marquis Advisory Group.Graziella DiNuzzo sat down with Stephen Anderson to learn about the company. Lastly, there is still an opportunity to attend a trade ...

By Graziella DiNuzzo I sat down with Stephen Anderson, Founder of Marquis Advisory Group and newest member of the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia, to learn more about his history and how Marquis came into existence. In October 1961, you were able to walk into The New York Times lobby on 43rd street in Manhattan and ask for directions to the Human Resources Department. And over the Christmas holiday, when you were at home in Jamestown, New York with your parents, you received a telegram asking you to report to work as a journalist in training. How did you manage that? "I am not sure. My journalism experience was limited to my college newspaper ...

On behalf of our WTCGP team, thank you for participating in our beta - testing! We appreciate the time you dedicated and the ideas and recommendations you shared. We are looking forward to the full launch of Member Connect next week! Special thanks to Stephanie of Higher Logic, the architects of the program, and to the WTCGP's Leeannah, Graziella and Susan for your leadership in developing this program for our members. By the way, did you see the great post by Wilfred, who is on his way to the Netherlands? Great chance to connect our members with opportunities in this market. Would welcome your feedback, Wilfred, on the mission and the on-the-ground ...

In the November 11, 2021 World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia What's Happening Newsletter , we are excited to announce the launch of our new social media platform, Member Connect. Devon Winter is taking over her fathers company, F.W. Winter. You can read the full story on our website under blogs. Philadelphia International Medicine and Israel's ALYN Hospital Pediatric & Adolescent Rehabilitation Center are partnering to advance medical innovation. AKAS Textiles was named EXIM exporter of the year. There is an opportunity to attend a trade mission to Israel with the Great St. Lawerence Governors & Premiers'. U.S. Global Leadership is hosting ...

By Graziella DiNuzzo Fred Winter recalls living in tents and trailers in various South African countries like Angola, Congo, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and of course South Africa as the most developed and richest mining country with many other mining engineers from all over Europe. “I was recruited by the South African Bureau of Mines who did exploration work for the largest mining corporation in the world like Anglo-American, Anglo Vaal, BHP, Rio Tinto etc. After a number of years I was hired by Siemens AG to sell electro equipment to the various mining companies. I left my home in Germany as a young man to work alongside miners who excavated ...

Happy November! In the November 5, 2021 World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia What's Happening Newsletter features an opportunity to attend the WTCA Member Forum, where you will hear from leading international trade experts and be able to make appointments with WTCA members worldwide! Registration is free to all WTGP member companies. PIM is hosting a virtual webinar on the new era of Medical Tourism and Hospitality. U.S. Global Leadership is hosting a virtual town hall with Senator Chris Coons. Volunteers are still needed at the Philadelphia International Airport. Lastly, check out the opportunity to attend an informative webinar in November on ...

In Person: May 15-19, 2022 Are you looking to grow your export sales? Consider joining GSGP's upcoming trade mission to Tel Aviv, Israel May 15-19, 2022. All participants will receive a pre-screened, customized, b2b meeting schedule with potential distributors, buyers and joint venture partners. Participants will also benefit from market sector briefings, networking events and logistical support. Various State export assistance grants are available that may offset from 50-75% of trade mission costs. Let the GSGP Israel Trade Office save you valuable time and resources, and maximize your results! Why Israel? The Israeli market is stable and ...

In the October 28, 2021 World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia What's Happening Newsletter , there is an opportunity to volunteer at the airport as a part of their new initiative. There is an opportunity to attend a webinar in November on Funding U.S.-Israeli Innovation. Lastly, there is still an opportunity to attend one of the climate change webinars. Have a great weekend! Philadelphia International Airport is proud to announce its new initiative to attract and retain qualified volunteers, across multiple demographics, who will serve as catalysts to provide relevant information and foster meaningful interaction with travelers as they’re ...

Philadelphia International Airport is proud to announce its new initiative to attract and retain qualified volunteers, across multiple demographics, who will serve as catalysts to provide relevant information and foster meaningful interaction with travelers as they’re welcomed to our region. The  PHL Volunteer Navigator program is a community-centered evolution and expansion of the Philadelphia International Airport’s mission and commitment to warmly, proactively, approachable, and reliably, enhance the guest experience through every single touch point.    PHL is looking for volunteers who love Philly, want to meet new people, be part of a dedicated airport ...