--The Association and World Trade Center Queretaro Co-Host Global Trade 
Conference

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 Queretaro, Mexico, from April 7-11, will also 
mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration of the organization's 50th 
anniversary. 

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"Now, more than ever, is an important time to collaborate in international 
trade," said Scott Ferguson, CEO of WTCA. "Thanks to our focus on driving trade 
and investment through global connectivity with each other, our Members are 
uniquely positioned to help local companies and investors grow in an 
environment that may not always seem friendly to international commerce. Over 
the next year we will recognize half a century of global trade connectivity for 
our association and its members, and we look forward to meeting in Queretaro to 
plan the next 50 years."

Chosen as the host of the 2019 GA, WTC Queretaro promises to execute an 
unparalleled event in the heart of Mexico. The program offers opportunities to 
make important connections in a wide range of industries both within the 
region, and throughout the entire WTCA ecosystem of trade. 

"Queretaro's central location and proximity to other major cities such as 
Mexico City and Guadalajara make it a success destination for international 
trade," remarked Carlos Uribe Menendez, Chief Operating Officer of WTC 
Queretaro. "We're honored to host this year's GA, and excited for attendees to 
experience firsthand what makes Queretaro such a vibrant place to live, work 
and conduct business." 

The GA will consist of a two-day "Innovation, Technology and Sustainability" 
(ITS) Summit, focused on key sectors in the region including healthcare 
research and development, agriculture and food, and aerospace manufacturing. 
Leading companies in each category — such as Mars, Nestle and General Electric 
— will present new findings, technologies and trends. 

The remainder of the agenda promises a spectacular lineup, including speakers 
including Sherah Beckley, award-winning media and sustainability leadership 
expert from Thomson Reuters; Claire Casey, Founder and Managing Director of FP 
Analytics; Jesus Seade, Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for North America 
(Mexico); and Angela Marshall Hofmann, President and Founder of World 
Strategies, LLC. 

Featured sponsors include AeroMexico Oficial Airline; Casa Queretana de las 
Artesanias; Central Studios & Media Hub; Grupo Proyectos; Producciones Nex; 
Media Master, El Financiero, IME, IENTC, WTC CDMX, Cafe Punta del Cielo; Wilson 
Center; Xuttle; and Zacua.

Additional commercial allies include: Queretaro Government, WTC Members across 
Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America, 
Vórtice IT, SITRACK, SCHWARZMAN School and Tsinghua University.

For more information on the 50th General Assembly please visit 
https://events.bizzabo.com/WTCAGA2019. 

About World Trade Centers Association

The World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 
highly-connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 
100 countries. As the owner of the "World Trade Center" and "WTC" trademarks, 
the WTCA licenses exclusive rights to these brands for Members to use in 
conjunction with their independently-owned, iconic properties, facilities and 
trade services offerings. Through a robust portfolio of events, programming and 
resources that it offers its Members, the goal of the WTCA is to help local 
economies thrive by encouraging and facilitating trade and investment across 
the globe through Member engagement. To learn more visit www.wtca.org.

About World Trade Center Queretaro 

Located in the bustling city of Queretaro, WTC Queretaro is a doorway for 
companies wishing to develop and expand their business goals through the global 
WTCA network. Through its alliances and development programs, WTC Queretaro 
provides a wide range of services such as networking and business 
opportunities, trainings, support and advice. The WTC Queretaro building offers 
unmatched amenities including a dedicated coworking area designed to encourage 
collaboration. Visit www.wtca.org/world-trade-center-queretaro to learn more.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Sara Stephens 
Phone: +1 646.428.0675
Email: WTCA@allisonpr.com

SOURCE: World Trade Centers Association