we counsel. we connect. we grow trade
TRANSCRIPT
Linda Mysliwy Conlin
WTC R EV I EW
President's Message
Top Stories
Member News
Local & Regional Events
World Trade Center News
Regional & InternationalTrade News
CA L ENDAR
February 10, 2016:UK & EBRD InfrastructureOpportunities
March 3, 2016:Global Business Conference
April 13, 2016:Metro Export Plan for GreaterPhiladelphia
April 14, 2016:Export Finance Workshop
May 4, 2016:World Trade Centers Day
Full Calendar
2016 ISSUE NO. 1
WTC Review | A World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia Newsletter
We Counsel. We Connect. We Grow Trade.World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia is a bi‐state 501(c)(3) non‐profit organizationdedicated to assisting companies and organizations of Southeastern Pennsylvania andSouthern New Jersey in the development and management of all aspects of internationalbusiness.
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Looking back on 2015, I recall the World TradeCenter of Greater Philadelphia's tagline: Wecounsel. We connect. We grow trade. In thismessage, I want to focus on these three centraland related tenets of our organization's mission toaccelerate global business growth for companies inthis region.
We counsel. Last year, our trade specialists, who have experience in morethan 75 markets, advised more than 300 companies. In 2015, companies wehave counseled, past and present, reported generating more than $174million new export sales. Moreover, 1200+ professionals attended oureducational seminars and conferences, learning about wideranging topics,from export finance to doing business in China and elsewhere. Beyondstatistics, our clients' success stories are the best measure of our own successand satisfaction. We help a range of companies, from a small manufacturer inNortheast Philly that landed one of the largest sales in its history via anAustrian buyer, and Philadelphia's own Bassett's Ice Cream, which now issuccessfully producing ice cream for the China market, to the Children'sHospital of Philadelphia, which we advised and which is now providing criticalhealthcare to young children halfway around the world.
We connect. Another service WTCGP offers: opening doors for GreaterPhiladelphia business leaders and CEOs of companies of all sizes to connectwith a wide array of individuals who can help their businesses grow, such asprofessional service providers (banks and accounting and law firms),prospective customers and partners and government trade officials. In 2015,our clients and corporate partners met with high level trade officials such asCommissioner of Customs and Border Patrol Gil Kerliowske. Our contactsextend well beyond this region and into more than 100 countries worldwide,through the World Trade Centers Association, comprising 320 WTCs such asour own. Membership in the WTCGP not only opens doors it helpsbusinesses step through those doorways into broader global markets.
We grow trade. I have already mentioned several company success storiesas well as the impressive statistics on increased export sales revenuegarnered by companies we counseled in 2015 and previously. These
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successes are founded on accurate advice and practical knowledge aboutdoing business globally and understanding market trends. One other keyelement? A positive outlook. While others see the shifting world market influenced by the gradual slowdown and rebalancing of the Chinese economyand decline in prices for oil and other commodities WTCGP sees opportunity.In fact, the International Monetary Fund, global growth in emerging marketand developing economies will still outpace advanced economies, accountingfor more than 70 percent of global growth. In other words: opportunity isknocking!
Another key element to trade growth: Knowledge. To this end, on March 3,WTCGP and Drexel University's LeBow College of Business are cohosting theAnnual Global Business Conference. WTCGP can help you navigate thischanging world economy, including which markets to consider. This morning,halfday program will feature former U.S. Ambassador to China and Singaporeand leading trade official Jon Huntsman as the conference keynote speaker.Using a "fireside chat" format, Governor Huntsman will be interviewed byGillian Tett, U.S Managing Editor of the Financial Times. With these and otherwellinformed speakers and networking time, the Global Business Conferencealso represents opportunity. Please join us on March 3 at Drexel University'sCreese Student Center. For more details about this event and our signatureWorld Trade Centers Day Celebration in May, including registration, seeimmediately below (for GBC) and in our events segment (for the WTC DayCelebration).
In closing, I offer warm thanks to our partners whose funding enables WTCGPto continue offering transformative trade counseling services and educationalprograms. Hats off to you, as well as our member companies and superbtrade team, for promoting a thriving global marketplace in our collectivebackyard.
Let us help you generate your next export success!
Sincerely,
Linda Mysliwy ConlinWorld Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia President
TOP STORIES
THE 13TH ANNUAL GLOBALBUSINESS CONFERENCEIS THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2016
Register today for the region'sleading forum on current trends,challenges and opportunities shapingthe global economy!
In cooperation with Drexel University's LeBow College of Business, this annualhalfday conference and networking session will feature a keynote by twoterm Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, who served four U.S. presidents incritical roles around the world, including as Ambassador to Singapore, DeputyAssistant Secretary of Commerce for Asia, U.S. Trade Ambassador, and, mostrecently, U.S. Ambassador to China. In an informal "fireside chat" interviewconducted by Gillian Tett, U.S. Managing Editor of the Financial Times,Governor Huntsman will share insights on transformative shifts in China and
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Governor Huntsman will share insights on transformative shifts in China andthe impacts of these changes on both the Chinese and world economies. Healso will discuss U.S. global trade relations and the opportunities created bylandmark trade agreements such as the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP).Remarks also will be offered by Philadelphia Mayor James Kenney; Dr. JayBryson, Global Economist at Wells Fargo; and many other notable corporateleaders and senior trade officials who share a sophisticated understanding ofglobal trade and economic development.
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EXIM BANK REAUTHORIZEDTHROUGH SEPTEMBER 2019EXIM Bank's reauthorization wassigned into law on December 4,2015. The longterm reauthorizationwill be in effect until September 30,2019. WTCGP is proud to supportEXIM as it helps grow localbusinesses in the GreaterPhiladelphia area and beyond.
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GOVERNOR WOLF ANNOUNCESNEXT STEP IN PORT OFPHILADELPHIA PLANGovernor Wolf said development ofthe Southport Terminal is one of hismain goals. The 196acre riverfrontproperty is owned by PRPA, locatedimmediately west of the PackerAvenue Marine Terminal.
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GRANTS AND FUNDINGAVAILABLE FOR INTERNATIONALBUSINESS ACTIVITIESProgram funding has been securedthrough September 29, 2016, and acompany's upcoming internationalbusiness trip or other exportpromotion activity may qualify. Thisprogram is funded in part throughthe U.S. Small BusinessAdministration (SBA) State Trade andExport Promotion (STEP).
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PHILADELPHIA NAMED 1 OF 3US EMERGING LOGISTICS HUBS(CBRE)Over the next decade, 20 marketsworldwideincluding Philadelphia,Seattle and Miamiare set to emergeas global logistics hubs, according to anew report from CBRE Group, Inc.
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Business today reaches farbeyond the limits ofgeography; smart businesspeople are exploring andopening up markets aroundthe world. The PennsylvaniaInternational Trade Guidewill help you assess yourexport readiness and provideyou with the tools you needto develop and implementyour export strategy.
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MEMBER NEWS
HARLEY BIKERS IN CHINA?When you think of Harley bikers,Peter Fonda in "Easy Rider" maycome to mind. Chinese tourists on aHarley? Not so much. Yet Jeff Ji,owner of World Trade Center ofGreater Philadelphia membercompany Knighthawk Tours, ischanging that perception...
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UPS AIMS TO SOLVE USMEXICOTRADE CHALLENGESUPS has streamlined their portfoliofor shipments of all sizes and addedtime definite guarantees in an effortto solve crossborder trade challengesbetween the United States andMexico.
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CARDINAL TRADE ASSOCIATESOFFERING CONTINUOUS BONDSBEGINNING AT $299As a demonstration of theircommitment to fair pricing and thevalue of strong partnerships, CardinalTrade Associates is offeringcontinuous bonds beginning at $299.
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TD BANK REPORT INDICATES 1 IN 5 PHILADELPHIABUSINESSES PROJECT STRONG2016 40 percent of tristate area businessowners plan to expand their productand service offerings according to thethird annual Small Business PulseCheck by TD Bank.
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SCOPELITIS IS AMONG TOP 30LAW FIRMS FOR CLIENTSERVICEIndianapolisbased Scopelitis, Garvin,Light, Hanson & Feary was recentlycited among the nation's top 30 lawfirms for client service. Scopelitisjoins an elite group of 30 law firmsmost recognized by clients for clientservice excellence.
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120 NATIONS ATTEND MEDICA2015; PA DELEGATIONFEATURES 5 WTCGP MEMBERS10 PA companies 5 of which areWorld Trade Center of GreaterPhiladelphia members and one instate partner exhibited in thePennsylvania pavilion at MEDICA2015.
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LOCAL & REGIONAL EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE:
GLOBAL BUSINESS CONFERENCEMarch 3, 2016
METRO EXPORT PLAN FORGREATER PHILADELPHIAApril 13, 2016
EXPORT FINANCE WORKSHOPApril 14, 2016
WORLD TRADE CENTERS DAYMay 4, 2016
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WTC ANNUAL AWARDS ANDCELEBRATION MAY 4, 2016 The Annual World Trade Centers DayAwards and Celebration, is slated forMay 4. At this gala reception, we willhonor Jerry Sweeney of BrandywineRealty Trust and the PRPA, BradfordWhite and Sunhillo for their globalachievement and advancement ofGreater Philadelphia companies'economic competitiveness.
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DOING BUSINESS IN BALTICAND NORDIC COUNTRIES:ESTONIA AND FINLANDS Join GIC and Drexel University'sLeBow College of Business for a casestudy exploration of recent economicdevelopments and investmentopportunities in both Estonia andFinland, as well as opportunities forcollaboration and trade in the UnitedStates. Panel includes WTCGPPresident Linda Mysliwy Conlin. February 26, 2016 Details
DVIRC HOSTING PHILADELPHIA EXPORTECH™SERIES Do you see growth opportunity inglobal markets, but are struggling tocarve out the time and resources tomake it happen?
ExporTech™ helps companies developand execute their own internationalgrowth plan.
Begins March 8, 2016 Details
EXIM BANK ANNUALCONFERENCE EXIM Bank's Annual Conferencepresents a unique opportunity forcompanies from around the world tomeet U.S. exporters. Attendeesinclude more than 1,100 exportersand representatives of financialinstitutions, foreign trade partners,and government officials.
April 78, 2016 Details
TRADE WINDSLATIN AMERICAWEBINAR SERIESThe Trade Winds 2016 LatinAmerica Webinar Series will providevaluable insights to new andexperienced exporters who will gainknowledge of export opportunities inthis dynamic region ahead of theSeptember 613 Trade Mission. Details
WORLD TRADE CENTER NEWS
WORLD TRADE CENTER OFGREATER PHILADELPHIARECENTLY ADDED A NEW STAFFMEMBER...
Meet Patricia Keleman, who willserve as Director of Communicationsand Development.
In her role, Patricia will handle three areas of WTCGP's work: communications
In her role, Patricia will handle three areas of WTCGP's work: communicationsstrategy and collateral development, working closely with both Linda Conlinand Marcos Reynaga; coordinating and overseeing WTCGP signature events;and, with the assistance of our board, staff and external contacts, pursuingadditional funding for WTCGP through private, public and corporate sources.Patricia brings to us more than 25 years of experience in roles focused onwriting/communications/marketing, including legal marketing and businessdevelopment with two national law firms; and development, fundraising andprogram administration in higher education. "We are pleased to welcomePatricia. She brings significant experience and enthusiasm to key strategicpriorities of the WTCGP increasing awareness of the WTCGP brand,strengthening flagship signature programs, and increasing and diversifyingdonor support," says Linda Conlin.
Patricia holds an undergraduate degree in English and Master of Science inEducation from Bryn Mawr College and the University of Pennsylvania,respectively, and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in English at ArcadiaUniversity, an institution with which WTCGP is pleased to partner. "I am alifelong learner and a writer and storyteller at heart," Patricia says. "WTCGPhas an exciting, important story to tell, and success to build on with respectto fundraising. I look forward to working with Linda and my other newcolleagues to advance WTCGP's mission and message." On a related note, weextend sincere thanks to WTCGP board member Bernie Munley for connectingus with Patricia!
WTCGP PRESIDENT LINDACONLIN GIVES REMARKS ATCANADAPHILADELPHIACELEBRATIONOn January 28th, the World TradeCenter of Greater Philadelphia joinedthe Consul General of Canada for aCelebration of the PhiladelphiaCanada Relationship and discussionon opportunities for mutuallybeneficial economic growth.
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NEW ADDITIONS TO THE WORLDTRADE CENTER NETWORK!World Trade Center Dhaka,Bangladesh; World Trade CenterJinzhong, China; and World TradeCenter Muscat, Oman join the WorldTrade Centers Association. Dhaka,Jinzhong, and Muscat join a globalnetwork now comprised of 330 WorldTrade Centers across 91 countries.
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CHINA IMPORT EXPO 2016WTC Quanzhou, together with theMinistry of Commerce of the People'sRepublic of China, China Council forthe Promotion of International Tradeand People's Government of JiangsuProvince will hold an exposition ofimported to China foreign products,as well as matchmaking sessions forforiegn buyers across consumergoods, environment protection, andintelligent manufacturing May 19 May 21.
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REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL TRADE NEWS
FURTHER AMENDMENTSANNOUNCED TO CUBASANCTIONS REGULATIONSThe U.S. Department of Commerce'sBureau of Industry and Security(BIS) and the U.S. Department of theTreasury's Office of Foreign AssetsControl (OFAC) are announcing newamendments to the Cuban AssetsControl Regulations (CACR) andExport Administration Regulations(EAR), respectively.
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EMERGING OPPORTUNITIESWITH TTP COUNTRIESThe U.S. International TradeAgency's Industry and Analysisdivision recently released atransportation equipment sectorreport that highlights the benefits ofTPP related to some key players inthe transportation industry.
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PORT OF PHILADELPHIA GAINSNEW STEAMSHIP SERVICE WITHMEXICO VIA SEALANDATLANTICOThe new SeaLand Atlantico servicewill provide weekly coverage betweenthe ports of Veracruz and Altamira,Mexico and Philadelphia. The servicefeatures a fast 6 day transit time.
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BIS LAUNCHES NEW DATAPORTAL TO ASSIST EXPORTERSThe Data Portal will make publicaggregate information on licensingand export data trends. The Portalfeatures data and analysis onControlled Trade with SelectCountries; Export Control Reform(ECR); BIS Licensing; and ExporterCompliance.
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UNITED STATES OFFICIALPARTNER COUNTRY FOR 2016HANNOVER MESSEFor the first time, the United Statesis the official partner country for the2016 Hannover Messe, the world'slargest trade fair for industrialtechnology, taking place April 25 to29 in Hannover, Germany.
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EXIM EXPORT EXPERTISE: 10FINANCE TOOLS TO GROW YOUREXPORT BUSINESSThe ExportImport Bank of theUnited States (EXIM) is the officialexport credit agency of the UnitedStates. It empowers U.S. companieslarge and smallto turn exportopportunities into real sales.
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