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We connect Greater Philadelphia businesses to markets, trade partners, and global opportunity. Together, we’re building the Northeast’s hub for international trade and investment.

We simplify international growth for your business. From strategy to execution, our team offers hands-on support to help you navigate the complexities of cross-border trade. Whether you’re ready to expand or lay the groundwork, we provide the guidance, connections, and resources to move you forward.

Our 2025 Impact
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Jobs Created and Supported
121000000
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Increase in Export Sales
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Companies Served
5300000
$
Generated in state and local tax revenue
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GBF Presentation Format

WTCA's 56th Annual Global Business Forum

April 19-22, 2025
Location: Philadelphia Marriott Hotel
 
 

It’s a premier gathering of global business leaders, innovators, policymakers, and WTCA members from nearly 100 countries, uniting to explore international market-entry strategies, engage in curated B2B matchmaking, and build cross-border collaborations around emerging sectors such as Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Higher Education, Energy, and Food & Agriculture. 


 

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Super Matchmaker

January 28, 2026
Location: Virtual
 

Join EMSDC and start 2026 off right with new contacts and prospects at our Super Matchmaker event. Find new, innovative solutions to sourcing needs. Don't miss your opportunity to meet with key decision makers in technology, finance, insurance, professional services, life sciences, utility, construction, and government.

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WTCA Regional Call (1)

Staying Ahead: Key Developments in Export Trade Compliance

January 28, 2026
Location: Virtual
 

Join the National Association of District Export Councils for a focused 60-minute briefing on the most important recent changes in export trade compliance. This session will help exporters, compliance officers, and international sales teams understand emerging risks, new requirements, and practical steps for maintaining a strong compliance posture.

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Programs

Our hands-on programs help businesses expand internationally with expert guidance, market insights, and strategic connections.

Already convinced? Our members will take you the rest of the way.

"The WTCGP China Club event... has opened new channels filled with vast opportunities for our members to enter the Chinese market. Our discussions were candid, and the insights shared by our visitors were truly refreshing."

Jeff Ji
CEO, U-Combination Technology

"Becoming a member of the World Trade Center Philadelphia was one of the best things I’ve done for my business. Since we decided to pursue international markets, the team at WTCGP has provided us with invaluable connections, resources, and strategies to pursue North America and Southeast Asia effectively."

Melinda Emerson
CEO, SmallBizLady Enterprises

"We thank the WTCGP for connecting us with our global supply partners and it was our introduction to White and Williams law firm that has helped us with critical legal advice we need to continue our work internationally"

Barry Fisher
President, Van Horn, Metz and Co., Inc.

“The World Trade Center has been a real boon to us to help us get over those obstacles in foreign markets where we really need people that are employees rather than manufacturer’s representatives. Everybody that we’ve met through the World Trade Center contacts was a potential customer for us."

Bob Kritzer
Director of Finance & Administration for Harold Beck & Sons, Inc.
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