World Trade Centers

World Trade Centers Association's First Ever Virtual General Assembly Attracts More Than 1,000 Participants

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Articles, World Trade Centers Association, World Trade Center New Orleans, Educational technology, International trade, Matchmaking, World Trade Centers

b'NEW YORK, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in nearly 100 countries gathered more than 1,000 participants from 70 countries at its 2021 General Assembly (GA) and Business Week from April 26-30.

Key Points: 
  • b'NEW YORK, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in nearly 100 countries gathered more than 1,000 participants from 70 countries at its 2021 General Assembly (GA) and Business Week from April 26-30.
  • We utilized advanced technology to enable attendees to learn from leading experts and easily connect with potential business matches around the world," stated John E. Drew, WTCA Chair, Board of Directors.
  • "\nThe business conference offered a series of informative fireside chats, panel discussions and presentations on topics to help attendees navigate today\'s changing environment.
  • "Using AI technology, we successfully introduced a new virtual platform for facilitating business matchmaking on a global level, across industries and sectors.

World Trade Centers Association's First Ever Virtual General Assembly Attracts More Than 1,000 Participants

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Articles, World Trade Centers Association, World Trade Center New Orleans, Educational technology, International trade, Matchmaking, World Trade Centers

b'NEW YORK, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in nearly 100 countries gathered more than 1,000 participants from 70 countries at its 2021 General Assembly (GA) and Business Week from April 26-30.

Key Points: 
  • b'NEW YORK, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in nearly 100 countries gathered more than 1,000 participants from 70 countries at its 2021 General Assembly (GA) and Business Week from April 26-30.
  • We utilized advanced technology to enable attendees to learn from leading experts and easily connect with potential business matches around the world," stated John E. Drew, WTCA Chair, Board of Directors.
  • "\nThe business conference offered a series of informative fireside chats, panel discussions and presentations on topics to help attendees navigate today\'s changing environment.
  • "Using AI technology, we successfully introduced a new virtual platform for facilitating business matchmaking on a global level, across industries and sectors.

World Trade Centers Association Introduces the Global Trade Helpdesk to World Trade Centers and Affiliated Business Members

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Commercial buildings, World Trade Centers, World Trade Centers Association, World Trade Center New Orleans

NEW YORK, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 320 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in 92 countries has introduced its member World Trade Centers as well as their business members, tenants and clients to the Global Trade Helpdesk (GTH) .

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 320 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in 92 countries has introduced its member World Trade Centers as well as their business members, tenants and clients to the Global Trade Helpdesk (GTH) .
  • "This tool aims to provide an integrated solution that puts a wealth of global trade information at the fingertips of entrepreneurs around the world."
  • "Not only will this help support MSMEs affiliated with our member WTCs, but it will also enhance our global network's position as facilitators of global trade."
  • The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 320 highly connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in 92 countries.

World Trade Centers Association Introduces the Global Trade Helpdesk to World Trade Centers and Affiliated Business Members

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Commercial buildings, World Trade Centers, World Trade Centers Association, World Trade Center New Orleans

NEW YORK, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 320 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in 92 countries has introduced its member World Trade Centers as well as their business members, tenants and clients to the Global Trade Helpdesk (GTH) .

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) an international trade organization connecting more than 320 World Trade Centers (WTCs) in 92 countries has introduced its member World Trade Centers as well as their business members, tenants and clients to the Global Trade Helpdesk (GTH) .
  • "This tool aims to provide an integrated solution that puts a wealth of global trade information at the fingertips of entrepreneurs around the world."
  • "Not only will this help support MSMEs affiliated with our member WTCs, but it will also enhance our global network's position as facilitators of global trade."
  • The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 320 highly connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in 92 countries.

Latin Trade publishes first edition of the World Trade Center (WTC) Prime Office Index Latam

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Commercial buildings, Skyscrapers, Airlines, Financial District, Manhattan, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Twin towers, World Trade Centers, LATAM Airlines Group, WTC Wharf, LATAM Chile, World Trade Centre Hong Kong

This is the conclusion of the first World Trade Center (WTC) Prime Office Index Latam, createdby business publication Latin Trade for 17 large, medium and small cities in Latin America.

Key Points: 
  • This is the conclusion of the first World Trade Center (WTC) Prime Office Index Latam, createdby business publication Latin Trade for 17 large, medium and small cities in Latin America.
  • The WTC Prime Office Index Latam is built around an opinion survey ofexperts with ties to the World Trade Centers Association.
  • The expectations indexof the WTC Prime Office Index Latam for 2021 was 0.23%, a figure that shows a slight improvement from 2020.
  • The WTC Prime Office Index Latam also showed that no increases in sale and rental prices are expected in 2021.

Fatburger Expands International Footprint, Opening New Location in Beijing

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 22, 2019
Restaurant, Bar, Retail, Food, Beverage, Consumer, Family, Food and drink, Restaurant chains, Restaurants, Restaurant franchises, Cuisine of the Western United States, Fatburger, Chaoyang District, Beijing, World Trade Centers, Hamburger, The China World Trade Center

Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (FAT Brands or the Company), parent company of Fatburger , The Last Great Hamburger Stand, announces today the opening of a Fatburger location, returning the brand to the China World Mall in Beijing, China in the malls newly renovated food court.

Key Points: 
  • Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (FAT Brands or the Company), parent company of Fatburger , The Last Great Hamburger Stand, announces today the opening of a Fatburger location, returning the brand to the China World Mall in Beijing, China in the malls newly renovated food court.
  • Ltd., this Fatburger location opens its doors to the public today, further expanding the international reach of the brand.
  • Each Fatburger is made-to-order with traditional fixings and delicious add-on items such as bacon, onion rings, cheese or egg.
  • The new Fatburger location will be open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the China World Mall, located at 1 Jianguomen Outer St, JianWai DaJie, Chaoyang Qu, Beijing Shi, China.

World Trade Centers Association 50th Annual General Assembly Brings the World to Querétaro, Mexico

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
World Trade Centers, New York City, Financial District, Manhattan, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, World Trade Centers Association, Countries, World Trade Center, Mexico

QUERTARO, Mexico, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supportive businesses and organizations will host its 50th annual General Assembly (GA), drawing upwards of 500 representatives from Member World Trade Centers, foreign trade delegations and local Mexico companies.This year's event in Quertaro, Mexico, from April 7-11, will also mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration of the organization's 50th anniversary.

Key Points: 
  • QUERTARO, Mexico, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supportive businesses and organizations will host its 50th annual General Assembly (GA), drawing upwards of 500 representatives from Member World Trade Centers, foreign trade delegations and local Mexico companies.This year's event in Quertaro, Mexico, from April 7-11, will also mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration of the organization's 50th anniversary.
  • "Now, more than ever, is an important time to collaborate in international trade," said Scott Ferguson, CEO of WTCA.
  • Chosen as the host of the 2019 GA,WTC Quertaro promises to execute an unparalleled event in the heart of Mexico.
  • The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 100 countries.

World Trade Centers Association 50th Annual General Assembly Brings the World to Querétaro, Mexico

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
World Trade Centers, New York City, Financial District, Manhattan, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, World Trade Centers Association, Countries, World Trade Center, Mexico

QUERTARO, Mexico, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supportive businesses and organizations will host its 50th annual General Assembly (GA), drawing upwards of 500 representatives from Member World Trade Centers, foreign trade delegations and local Mexico companies.This year's event in Quertaro, Mexico, from April 7-11, will also mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration of the organization's 50th anniversary.

Key Points: 
  • QUERTARO, Mexico, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supportive businesses and organizations will host its 50th annual General Assembly (GA), drawing upwards of 500 representatives from Member World Trade Centers, foreign trade delegations and local Mexico companies.This year's event in Quertaro, Mexico, from April 7-11, will also mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration of the organization's 50th anniversary.
  • "Now, more than ever, is an important time to collaborate in international trade," said Scott Ferguson, CEO of WTCA.
  • Chosen as the host of the 2019 GA,WTC Quertaro promises to execute an unparalleled event in the heart of Mexico.
  • The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 100 countries.

Nest Investments' Ghazi Abu Nahl Celebrates 10 Years in Leadership Role as Chairman of World Trade Centers Association

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
World Trade Centers Association, World Trade Centers

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ghazi Abu Nahl, the Chairman and Founder of Nest Investments (Holdings), celebrates 10 years in a leadership role first as Chairman, then Chairman Emeritus for the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) this month.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ghazi Abu Nahl, the Chairman and Founder of Nest Investments (Holdings), celebrates 10 years in a leadership role first as Chairman, then Chairman Emeritus for the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) this month.
  • As a Board member and Chairman, he has worked tirelessly with the organization to advance its vision of stimulating global trade and investment.
  • In July 2017, Mr. Abu Nahl moved into a "Chairman Emeritus" role, appointed to it in recognition of his past services to the Association and its members.
  • The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 highly-connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 100 countries.

World Trade Centers Association report identifies key drivers enabling cities to act as centers of economic stability and growth amid shifting policy

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Health, World Trade Centers Association, Public health, WTCA, Action on Smoking and Health, World Trade Centers

WASHINGTON, June 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) unveiled its first-ever "WTCA Trade & Investment Report: Global Connections, Local Growth" at a private event at the Foreign Policy (FP) Group Offices.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, June 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) unveiled its first-ever "WTCA Trade & Investment Report: Global Connections, Local Growth" at a private event at the Foreign Policy (FP) Group Offices.
  • According to the study, 71 percent of WTCA members polled believe that a significant disruption in trade and investment is likely to occur this year with investments being put on hold amid global economic uncertainty.
  • Planes, brains and connectivity: Hard infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and digital connectivity constitute core building blocks differentiating and strengthening cities' relative competitiveness.
  • Small companies are big business: SMEs drive local growth and employment, constituting 50-60 percent of value added, and 70 percent of jobs in the OECD.