World Trade Center Tacoma

Ghana WTC Delegation Day One - Cancelled/Post-poned
2014-07-21 02:00 - 04:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Center for Urban Waters, 326 East D Street, Tacoma, WA, Tacoma, WA 98421-1801, United States
Unfortunately, due to visa issues, this event has been post-poned to an undecided date.
Join our delegation from WTC Ghana, Africa for an excellent networking opportunity.
Come to our first day of events by attending our matchmaking morning. Meet with experts in the fields of international law, finance, and imports/exports. For information about our second day’s events please click here.
Deputy Mayor Victoria Woodards will come and greet the Ghana Delegation during the reception.
MATCHMAKING AREAS (not exclusive list):
Legal Services Financial Services Architecture Real Estate Construction Equipment and Materials Tires and Cars Imports Mining and oil/gas
SPEAKERS: John Brislin, Director of Seattle Regional Office for the Export-Import Bank Pradnya Desh, Managing Partner, Desh Internatinal Law
For more information, please contact Angela Koenes at tpfeffer@wtcta.org or at 253-396-1022 x102.

Export Strategy Discussion, Joint Event
2014-08-15 00:30 - 02:00 | World Trade Center Seattle West Building, 2200 Alaskan Way, Suite 410 , Seattle, WA, 98121, United States
This is a joint event with World Trade Center Seattle. Please join us for a great discussion of current trends effecting trade in the Pacific Northwest, updates on strategies for accessing new foreign customers and managing international risk. Hear from a panel of local practitioners and engage in dialogue with other local exporters.
You will learn about:
– Updates on country-risk factors
– Shipping and Logistics market update
– How to leverage credit insurance, and trade instruments
– Funding options for exporters
For more information: Angela Koenes (253)396-1022 tpfeffer@wtcta.org or visit www.wtcseattle.com

Practical Lessons for Business Entering the Global Marketplace: Webinar Series
2014-08-21 04:00 - 05:00 | World Trade Center Association
Sign up for lessons in entering the global marketplace with nationwide WTCs!
Practical Lessons for Businesses Entering the Global Marketplace A collection of World Trade Centers are presenting a six-part webinar series entitled Practical Lessons for Businesses Entering the Global Marketplace. Designed for the busy executive leading an SME, this series allows the participant to take approximately one hour, from the comfort and convenience of the office, and learn the practical ins and outs of what it takes to enter a new market.
Topics:
July 17 Introduction: Key considerations for success Planning: Identifying the right Market
July 24 Regulatory: Certifications, labeling, tariffs, security
July 31 Revenue: Duties, quotas, logistics, ForEx
August 7 Strategy: Direct sale, distribution, JVs, licensing
August 14 Culture: Negotiating with partners, communicating with customers
August 21 Value Chain: Transportation, logistics, customs clearance
Registration:
Registration Fees: WTC Members: $75 Individual session | $375 series Non-Members: $100 Individual session | $500 series
To Register: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=smc9uxbab&oeidk=a07e9ffzsuk11a57679
For more information: Angela Koenes tpfeffer@wtcta.org (253)396-1022

21st Annual Globe Awards
2014-10-02 10:30 - 13:30 | Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St. , Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
The Globe Awards is the largest annual trade gathering in Washington State. Come and join over 300 of “Who’s Who in the Washington Trade Community” for the 21st Anniversary of the Globe Awards.
For more information: Contact: (253)396-1022 events@wtcta.org

Cambodia 2014
2014-10-08 01:00 - 2014-10-17 10:00
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World Trade Center Association Membership Meeting, New York City
2014-10-18 - 2014-10-22 | Business & Student Matchmaker Event, Highline College, Building 2, Des Moines, WA, United States
For more information: Angela Koenes (253)396-1022 tpfeffer@wtcta.org

Trade is Transportation
2014-12-09 06:00 - 09:30 | Tacoma Public Utilities Auditorium, 3628 S. 35th St., Tacoma, WA, 98409, United States
Do you know how your car, iPad, or jogging shoes arrive at your door? Over the course of the year, we will cover the complete chain of events that takes place as your products move across the globe and how each part of the logistical chain is interdependent in the efforts to make the freight system more efficient and competitive. Our speakers will explain their organizations’ roles as well as answer questions about their opportunities for growth and what threatens the expansion of their businesses.
Besides topics like maritime, rail, and other ground transportation, we will cover a few key areas that are associated with the transportation industry, e.g. boarder security, port development issues, education, workforce development, environmental regulations.
Please see our map for parking instruction here.

Conference Agenda and Panelists

Panel

Topic

Speaker (Please click on names for speakers’ bio)

Organization

Time

Panel I
Port & Terminal
Joe Ritzman
SSA Marine International
2:00- 3:00 pm

Larry Kvidera
Port of Tacoma

Panel II
Customs & Border
Amy Morgan
Amy E Morgan, LLC
3:15-4:15 pm

Dr. Meg Ryan
Center of Excellence for Global Trade and Supply Chain Management at Highline College

Panel III
“The Great Debate”-Rail VS Trucking
Jeff Clark
Schneider National
4:30-5:30 pm

Johan Hellman
BNSF

The conference will lead into to our complimentary Annual Christmas Social at a different venue (please register here).

Event Sponsors

Co-Promoting Organizations

Annual Christmas Social
2014-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Point Ruston Game Room, 5005 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA, 98407, United States
It’s that time of year again! Join us for our annual Christmas social. Wine, appetizers, and networking is a promise.
It’s our treat to you for being a part of the South Sound’s international trade community. The Christmas Social will be on the same day as our Trade is Transportation conference, please learn more and register for the conference here.
Although the Christmas Social is complimentary, please register below.
Thanks to our sponsor

Annual Port Report
2015-01-23 03:15 - 05:00 | The Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Rd., Tacoma, WA, 98424, United States
Come and hear from Port of Tacoma’s Commissioner and 2015 Commission President, Don Johnson.
The WTCTA is excited to welcome you to a special opportunity to hear about the Port of Tacoma’s key areas of success as well as some of their concerns from 2014.
A significant part of the program will include some of the Port’s exciting vision for 2015.
Some time for questions will be provided toward the end of the luncheon.

Washington DC - Trade Update
2015-04-01 02:00 - 03:30 | World Trade Center Tacoma US Bank Room, 950 Pacific Ave #310, Tacoma, 98402, United States
US Department of Commerce and the US Chamber of Commerce are both in town!
Washington, D.C. Trade Update: Representatives from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will be in Tacoma to discuss the current international trade agenda, including the current status of Trade Promotion Authority, the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and the Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership.
Speakers:
Jay Williams, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development
Christopher Wenk, Executive Director, International Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
About the Speakers:
Jay Williams, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development
Jay Williams was appointed by President Obama to serve as the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development and was sworn into office on Tuesday, May 20, 2014.
To read more about him, click here.
Christopher Wenk, Executive Director, International Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Christopher W. Wenk is executive director of international policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Wenk is responsible for promoting the Chamber’s international trade agenda, including bilateral free trade agreements, multilateral negotiations under the World Trade Organization (WTO), and Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) with the administration, on Capitol Hill, and in the business community.
To read more about him, click here.
Other Sponsors:
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, Washington Council on International Trade, & U.S. Chamber of Commerce

May Trade Mission to China (May 16th -23rd)
2015-05-16 01:00 - 2015-06-23 10:00
Join the staff of the World Trade Center Tacoma and representatives from the Port of Tacoma and City of Tacoma for this business matchmaking trip. This is an outstanding opportunity to meet with potential buyers for your products, potential investors in your company, and the government officials who facilitate trade & investment in these cities.
The Cross Straits Trade Fair (Fuzhou) – This is the largest trade fair in Fujian Province and attracts investors and buyers from Asia and the world. Our delegation will enjoy particular prominence as a result of the Sister City relationship between Fuzhou and Tacoma as we celebrate this successful 20 year relationship. Delegates have the option of buying a discounted table within the SelectUSA booth from which to display your products/project.

The China Import Expo (CIE, Kunshan) – We will be hosted by WTC Nanjing at this top-rated expo certified by the US Commercial Service. CIE is focused on Food, Beverage and Wine/Spirits, and Home Supplies (household appliances, consumer electronics, and decorations/life style products). 20,000 buyers attend from supermarkets and e-commerce, star hotels and resorts, restaurants, chain and department stores, wholesalers and retailers.

In Suzhou, we will visit the first American-style residential development and discuss trends and opportunities for Washington companies to provide materials and products into “Portland Town” and to new developments in the permitting stage. WTC Shanghai and CCPIT is hosting our delegation and setting up meetings based on the composition of our delegation.

ITINERARY
May 16 – Travel to Fuzhou (arrive on May 17)
May 17 – Welcome reception at the Fuzhou Cross Straits Trade Fair
May 18 – All-day Fair and product exhibits in SelectUSA booth
May 19 – Business matchmaking pre-arranged meetings
May 19 – Evening travel to Kunshan
May 20 – China Import Expo, with product sampling and business matchmaking program pre-arranged by WTC Nanjing and CCPIT affiliates in China
May 21 – Morning: additional activities arranged by WTC Nanjing
– Afternoon: Arranged Shuttle to Suzhou by DeSheng Western Homes
May 22 – Tour of DeSheng Western Homes “Portland Town” development, Matchmaking Meetings with high-level management teams as well as Suzhou Association of Foreign Businesses
– Transfer to Shanghai, afternoon meetings
May 23 – Travel to Seattle

Please consult with our office before you register and sign up for the trade mission.

Wine Social
2015-09-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Historic Downtown Tacoma Post Office, 1102 A Street , Tacoma, 98402
Join us for a complimentary wine social. Network with our Chinese delegates, our Trade and Investment Summit participants, and other friends of the World Trade Center.

Luncheon
2015-09-23 05:00 - 06:30 | Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St. , Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
An “open to all” part of the Pacific Northwest China Trade and Investment Summit.
Speaker: Douglas Lein, Economic Development Manager, City of Auburn
Enjoy a nice lunch, mingle with our Chinese and US delegates, and find out more about how the City of Auburn has utilized its foreign relationships to transform its development.
Doug Lein is also the administrator of the Washington State Innovation Partnership Zone, “Urban Center for Innovative Partnerships,” and has promised to give us a deeper look into the this newly formed entity.

22nd Annual Globe Awards
2015-11-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St. , Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
Welcome to the most exciting annual trade awards presentation in Washington State!
Come and join over 300 of “Who’s Who in the Washington Trade Community” for the 22nd Anniversary of the Globe Awards.
Keynote Speaker: Mike Medeiros, Vice President – Seattle, Delta Air Lines
2015 Award Recipients will be announced shortly. Stay tuned!
To order tickets or to reserve your table, please see below or contact the WTC at (253)396-1022 or globe@wtcta.org

After Work Christmas Social
2015-12-16 17:00 - 19:00 | US Bank Room WTC Office, 950 Pacific Ave Suit 310, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
It’s that time of year again! Join us for our annual Christmas social after work on a Wednesday. Beautiful wine, delicate appetizers, valuable networking and enjoyment of a good time are our promises.
Although the Christmas Social is complimentary, please also register below and we will have your name tags ready at the door.

2016 Export Training Seminars (EFACW), Joint Program
2016-01-13 08:00 - 17:00
We are promoting this export training program and its set of seminars offered by the Export Finance Center of Washington (EFACW). Please join a set of training seminars that covers from risk mitigation through international payment methods to export documentation compliance. These seminars are funded by the STEP grant and offer competitive admission cost. Hear from nationally recognized speakers and network with other Washington state exporters. Please see Export Training Seminars flyer for detailed information on registration as well as program options.
From the 2016 Export Training Seminars, you will learn about:
– International Banking and Incoterms

– NAFTA and the 3 Free Trade Agreement
– Export Compliance
– Harmonized Tariff System/ Schedule B Classification
– International Documentation
For more information, please also visit EFACW’s upcoming seminars here.

2016 Economic Outlook for Asia’s Big 3 - China, Japan & India (Co-Marketing)
2016-02-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Bellevue City Hall (Council Chamber on 1st floor), 450 110th Ave NE , Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
We are promoting this forum offered by Asia Business Forum. At this event, you will involve in the discussion and assessment the economic trends and outlook of the three major economies in Asia in 2016. Hear from nationally recognized speakers and network with other professionals and experts. Please see 2016 Economic Outlook for Asia’s Big 3 – China, Japan & India for detailed information on registration as well as program options.
From 2016 Economic Outlook for Asia’s Big 3, you will learn about:
– The current economic conditions of China, Japan and India

-In depth understanding on what to expect in 2016
-Critical insights on policies and recent developments among the Big 3

For registration, please click Here.

Trade is Transportation
2016-04-01 07:30 - 09:00 | The Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Rd., Tacoma, WA, 98424, United States
Join us for our upcoming annual Trade is Transportation event. Congressman Derek Kilmer and Denny Heck will discuss the Federal Transportation Plan and its impact on the Puget Sound region.
Agenda:

7:30 am: Continental Breakfast and Networking
8:00 am: Presentation
Location: Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Rd, Fife, WA 98424
Please register for this event by contacting World Trade Center Tacoma at 253-396-1022 or tpfeffer@wtcta.org.
Thank you to our sponsors:

May Member Social - Sponsored by Umpqua Bank and Heritage Distilling
2016-05-26 17:00 - 19:00 | single-family-home-1026376_1280
Join us for our Member Social for great networking opportunities. Complimentary light appetizers and delicious refreshments are also provided.
We would like to see all of you at the venue address below:
Umpqua Bank, 1498 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Please register below!

Appreciation to our Sponsors:

ASEAN NIGHT - ENTERTAINMENT, NETWORKING & LEARNING
2016-07-27 17:30 - 20:00
Event to be held at the following time, date, and location:
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (PDT)
Bellevue City Hall (Council Chamber on 1st floor)
450 110th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
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Safe Travels Seminar with Steve Cash
2016-09-22 08:00 - 09:30 | World Trade Center Tacoma US Bank Room, 950 Pacific Ave #310, Tacoma, 98402, United States
Who Should Attend?
The SafeTravel℠ seminar is targeted at businesses with regular international travel. Suggested attendees are business owners/founders, executive management, corporate counsels, HR directors, corporate security officers, and corporate stakeholders.
This 90-minute presentation will address Corporate Duty of Care with regard to international business travel, tensions between company and traveling employee expectations, and an overview of topics ranging from personal security, travel planning, travel, preparing for the unexpected, street crime, abduction avoidance, protecting IP and more.
This training is part of a range of international travel and security training and field support provided by Talus Group, a Eugene, Oregon-based company since 2006. Steve is a veteran of 40 years in the international business and U.S. national security communities.

22nd Annual Globe Awards
2016-10-29 01:00 - 10:00

23rd Annual Globe Awards
2016-11-01 17:30 - 20:30 | Landmark Convention Center, 47 St. Helens Ave, Tacoma, 98402, United States
Featured Speaker
Kevin Pinel – Director, Global Trade, Microsoft
Kevin Pinel is an accomplished leader in International Logistics and Customs Compliance with success in creating and instituting strategies that meet cost and delivery goals while maintaining product condition. He also has expert knowledge of international shipping, customs regulations, and harmonized tariff classification

Business and International Student Matching Event
2016-11-30 23:30 - 2016-12-01 03:00 | Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St. , Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
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WTC Tacoma's Holiday Reception
2016-12-07 09:00 - 11:00 | World Trade Center Tacoma US Bank Room, 950 Pacific Ave #310, Tacoma, 98402, United States

Going Global: Import/Export Seminar
2017-01-26 08:30 - 10:30 | US Bank Room WTC Office, 950 Pacific Ave Suit 310, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Keynote Speaker: Andrea Holtan,
Rafiki Trade Group, LLC
Please join us for a breakfast seminar to gain valuable insight concerning:

Entry Documentation
Classification Process
Valuation of Goods

And everything Import/Export!
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Partner Event - Asia Business Forum
2017-03-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Seattle Art Museum, Nordstrom Lecture Hall, Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave Seattle, WA 98101
2017 Outlook for Asia’s Economic Powerhouses under Trump’s Trade Policy

Join us for a lively discussion of the issues making an impact in the region and across the Pacific.
Additionally, enjoy the free admission to the Seattle Art Museum before and after the Forum.

Building Global Business: Culture Matters
2017-03-15 16:00 - 19:00 | US Bank Room WTC Office, 950 Pacific Ave Suit 310, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
If you are about to embark on an international business trip, expecting a visit from a foreign business delegation, or simply are keen to explore cross-culture dynamics, then this seminar is for you! Please join us for a seminar examining how we act and interact when immersed in a new culture in an overseas market.
Dr. Meg Ryan, Director of the Center of Excellence for Global Trade and Supply Chain Management, will discuss the impact of culture on perception and introduce a framework for understanding behavior with some intriguing cultural nuances of power, time, and uncertainty. She will examine strategies for communicating effectively while respecting differences.

Agenda:
4:00 – 5:00 pm Seminar
5:00 – 7:00 pm Networking & Social

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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant
2017-03-27 09:00 - 11:00 | US Bank Room WTC Office, 950 Pacific Ave Suit 310, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
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Northest Seaport Alliance Annual Breakfast
2017-04-12 00:30 - 02:00
Event details
Date: April 12, 2017
Time: 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Place: Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101-2310
Parking: Parking is complimentary in the convention center’s garage with paid admission.
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