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    • International Trade Counseling >
      • Market Research
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      • Export Finance Assistance
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      • Supporting NJ Companies
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      • Upcoming Trade Missions and Shows
      • Inbound Missions and Shows
    • Educational and Networking Opportunities
    • Trade Service Providers
  • Initiatives & Clubs
    • Initiatives >
      • Greater Philadelphia Export Plan
      • Making Global Local
      • Partnering with Educational Institutions
    • Programs >
      • Driving Economic Growth & Jobs Through Exports
      • Export Revenue Assistance Program
      • Ameri-Business Partner Search
    • Clubs >
      • China Club
      • IDEC
      • ISEA Club
  • Events & News
    • Event Calendar
    • Signature Events
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      • Trade News & Views
      • WTCGP In The News
      • Blog
    • Submit a Regional Event
    • Photo & Video Gallery

Bringing the World to PA



​Bringing the World to Pennsylvania (BTW2PA), formerly called Pennsylvania International Week, was developed to further international business growth for companies looking to sell their goods and services internationally.
During BTW2PA, the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia (WTCGP) arranges meetings between export-ready Southeastern Pennsylvania companies and Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs) to discuss specific market opportunities. As the Regional Export Network (REN) representative in Southeastern Pennsylvania, WTCGP organizes this event for the Greater Philadelphia region, supporting the Commonwealth's efforts to grow international trade. 
BTW2PA funded in part by PA DCED Office of International Business Development
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Bringing the World to Pennsylvania is open to qualifying Pennsylvania companies only.

BTW2PA 2019

Bringing the World to PA is returning this September to offer more networking opportunities and a music filled evening!
  • Thursday, September 19, 2019 - BTW2PA Convene, 2001 Market St.
​One-on-one meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives
  • Thursday, September 19, 2019 - Clef Club of Philadelphia
    Global Connections, Motown Meets Jazz
Enjoy a night of food, cocktails, music, and networking
  • Friday, September 20, 2019 - BTW2PA Whitemarsh Valley Country Club
One-on-one meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives
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Meet with an ATR during BTW2PA in Greater Philadelphia
Qualifying Pennsylvania companies have the opportunity to schedule meetings from a roster of 15 Pennsylvania Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs) covering more than 50 global markets. The ATRs will be in the Greater Philadelphia region September 19 - 20 as part of the BTW2PA statewide tour. ​World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia will organize one-on-one meetings between ATRs and PA companies seeking foreign market intelligence, agents and distributor candidates, industry and government contacts, as well as on-the-ground assistance when companies visit these foreign markets.

If you would like to meet one-on-one with an ATR please contact one of our trade specialists for qualifications and eligibility requirements.


BTW2PA 2018

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Held over two days in September, Bringing the World to PA is a series of events throughout the Commonwealth that connect companies to Pennsylvania's 15 overseas representatives who cover 56 markets.
  • Tuesday, September 11, 2018 - BTW2PA, Center City Philadelphia
One-on-one meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives at the Loews Hotel in          Philadelphia, PA.
  • Tuesday, September 11, 2018 - Clef Club of Jazz
    Global Connections, International Music Jam
A fun filled night of music and networking.
  • Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - BTW2PA, Penn State Greater Valley
One-on-one meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives at Penn State Greater Valley in Malvern, PA.

BTW2PA 2017

  • Tuesday, September 12, 2017 - BTW2PA, Center City Philadelphia
    One-on-One meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives at Sky Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA. Details below.
  • Tuesday, September 12, 2017 | ​6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Global Connections, The Greater Philadelphia International Reception

    The region's leading international business reception and networking event takes place at Sky Philadelphia, 1717 Arch Street, 50th Floor, Philadelphia, PA.​  Join the Reception
  • Wednesday, September 13, 2017 - BTW2PA, Arcadia University 
    ​​One-on-One meetings with PA Authorized Trade Representatives at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA.​ Details below.
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BTW2PA 2016

World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia (WTCGP) organized a two-day series of export advising meetings, Bringing the World to Pennsylvania, on September 20 and 21. In these meetings, 56 Pennsylvania companies, including 22 first-time participants, were advised by 14 Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs) who support trade in 46 different nations. Read More
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Global Connections: The Greater Philadelphia International Reception
BTW2PA culminates with Global Connections: The Greater Philadelphia International Reception. Recognized as the region's leading international business reception and networking event, Global Connections brings together the international business, diplomatic and academic communities to showcase the vitality of the region and celebrate Greater Philadelphia as a world-class region and business destination. 
 
Mingle with ATRs and the international business community in an elegant, informal setting. Reception History

Exhibit at BTW2PA Greater Philadelphia
Pennsylvania's Authorized Trade Representatives, covering more than 50 global markets, will be meeting with the top exporters in Southeastern Pennsylvania over a two-day period. More than 60 companies are expected to participate in a total of more than 275 individual meetings. This represents the largest business gathering of its kind in the region.

​Take advantage of this opportunity to feature your product or service before this influential audience of global companies and organizations during Bringing the World to Pennsylvania!
Become a Global Connections Sponsor
For over a decade, World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia has used this occasion to gather the Greater Philadelphia international community - Pennsylvania and New Jersey global companies and the firms that serve them, city and state officials, the consular corps, international chambers and universities who come together to renew or launch new relationships and important global connections.

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your company before this influential audience of 200 business leaders and potential customers.
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Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Phone:  (215) 586-4240 |  Fax: (215) 636-9026  | info@wtcphila.org

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