Press Releases

2012

WTCNO, LBTC Sign Memorandum of Understanding March 6, 2012
The World Trade Center of New Orleans and the Louisiana Business & Technology Center have signed an agreement to cooperate in developing international economic opportunity in the state for small and medium sized enterprises.

WTC Salutes Louisiana Congressional Delegation for Mississippi River Maintenance Funding January 24, 2012
The World Trade Center, the Big River Coalition, and other groups congratulate the members of the Louisiana Congressional delegation for their efforts in procuring an additional $55 million dollars to maintain the Lower Mississippi River.

2011

Inaugural WTC Agriculture Committee Meets in New Orleans December 5, 2011
Representatives of Louisiana’s rice, cotton, forestry, restaurant, seafood and aquaculture, food manufacturing, marketing, government, and educational research institutions attended the Nov. 28 meeting held in the Plimsol Club at the Westin Hotel in New Orleans.

Foreign Ambassadors, Business Leaders to Attend World Trade Center of New Orleans Breakfast October 18, 2011
The World Trade Center of New Orleans is proud to host an investment-focused business breakfast for forty foreign ambassadors, Gulf South business leaders, and government representatives.

World Trade Center of New Orleans CEO Invited to Clinton Global Initiative America June 28, 2011
The WTC announced today its participation in the Clinton Global Initiative meeting that will focus on creating jobs and driving economic growth in the United States.

Special Luncheon Program with U.S. Ambassador to Russia May 19, 2011
The WTC, in conjunction with the National World War II Museum and the World Affairs Council of New Orleans, will host Hon. John Beyrle for a special luncheon.

U.S. Commerce Secretary to Adress Small Business Conference March 29, 2011
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke will speak at the New Markets, New Jobs conference as part of the National Export Initiative Small Business Tour.

UK Ambassador to deliver trade speech at WTCNO March 21, 2011
Sir Nigel Sheinwald will be speaking on the current state of the UK economy and the trade relationship between the UK and the US.

U.S. Ambassador to Honduras to address WTCNO Members in Luncheon Briefing February 16, 2011
Hon. Hugo Llorens will address issues concerning American trade and diplomatic relations with South American countries.

2010

Luncheon Briefing with U.S. Ambassador to Qatar October 18, 2010
Hon. Joseph Lebaron will present on the current state of Qatar’s economy as well as its role in the global economy, particularly its trade relationship with the US.

WTC Trade Policy Task Force Issues Recommendations September 9, 2010
The WTCNO has released a comprehensive plan for fostering economic growth and international trade in the area.

2010 C. Alvin Bertel Award Luncheon Honoring Eugene Schreiber August 17, 2010
WTCNO is pleased to host a special luncheon honoring Eugene Schreiber, this year’s recipient of the C. Alvin Bertel Award.

WTCNO Announces Young Member Network May 27, 2010
WTCNO is pleased to present an opportunity for younger members to interact with leading political and business leaders in an informal social setting.

WTC New Orleans Names New CEO May 25, 2010
WTCNO welcomes Domink Knoll as its new CEO.