2023 WTCA Member Forum Agenda

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

WTCA HQ Office
115 Broadway, Suite 1202 New York, NY

Stop by the WTCA HQ Office to pick up your badge. Members will have to show their ID, to receive a building pass to enter, then can proceed to the 12th floor, Suite 1202.

 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

Join us for the official 2023 WTCA Member Forum Welcome Reception. Reconnect with colleagues as you enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and food stations featuring fine Mediterranean cuisine at Skinos located at 123 Washington St.

 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (EDT)
In-Person
 
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Open remarks offered by John Drew, Chair, World Trade Centers Association Board of Directors  & Crystal Edn, Executive Director-Member Services, World Trade Centers Association

 

 
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Join us as we welcome and learn about the Association’s newest Members. Find out who they are and what makes them a special addition to our global network. 

Facilitated by Sharon Aguayo, Member Engagement Manager, World Trade Centers Association.

Session Presenters:

  • World Trade Center Austin
  • World Trade Center Haikou
  • World Trade Center Mazatlán
  • World Trade Center Sinop
  • World Trade Center Uberlandia

 

 
10:30 AM - 10:40 AM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

The Association’s Member Advisory Councils and Regional Advisory Councils present you with the opportunity to drive change across multiple areas of the WTCA. In this session, you’ll hear about the leadership roles available to all Members and the election process.   

Crystal Edn, Executive Director-Member Services, World Trade Centers Association

 

 
10:40 AM - 10:50 AM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

World Trade Center Marseille Provence

All WTCA Members with a French-speaking business community are invited to join this new Member-led group which will be guided by these four pillars:  

  • Cooperation 
  • Content 
  • Partnerships 
  • Business Development   

 

 
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

The WTCA Champions Awards are the Association’s Membership awards program, designed to recognize outstanding contributions Members make within the WTCA network, and in their local and global communities. 

Sharon Aguayo, Member Engagement Manager, World Trade Centers Association

 

 
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (EDT)
In-Person
 
 
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Hear from your fellow Members who are Drivers of Progress as they showcase how their WTC operations or programs have brought innovation or advancement to local economies. We’ll move in a quick, flash-style format to hear from as many presenters as possible.  

Facilitated by Chanelle Dimalanta, Communications Manager, World Trade Centers Association

Session Presenters:

  • World Trade Center Saskatoon
  • World Trade Center Shenyang
  • World Trade Center Toronto
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

It’s an exciting time for the WTCA! Meet JSA, the agency working to modernize the WTCA brand. You’ll learn of the work undertaken to present our new brand messaging and image.

Scott Center, Chair, WTCA AdHoc Communications Committee

Mariette Mulaire, Board Managing Director, WTCA Board of Directors  

Laurel Burton, EVP of Account Strategy at Jaymie Scotto and Associates, Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA)

Dean Perrine, Executive Vice President of Client Strategy & Success, Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA)

 
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (EDT)
In-Person

Francophone Initiative Lunch (invite only)

 

 

 
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM (EDT)
In-Person

InfoShare Submission: We will help you complete your InfoShare. This form must be updated yearly to help produce the best data to support your everyday activities! To complete your InfoShare, book a 15-minute time slot with Fahima Hussain, Membership Coordinator, World Trade Centers Associationhere.

Sign up to learn more about the WTCA Accreditation program with Robin van Puyenbroeck, Executive Director – Business Development, World Trade Centers Association: here

 

 

 

 
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

JSA returns to the stage to introduce three new projects they’ve begun, all to strengthen the WTCA brand and bring value to our Members. 

Laurel Burton, EVP of Account Strategy at Jaymie Scotto and Associates, Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA)

Dean Perrine, Executive Vice President of Client Strategy & Success, Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA)

 
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Hear from WTCA Members who are Drivers of Progress with new or redeveloped operations or programs in this session. You’ll get innovative ideas in this quick, flash-style format.  

Facilitated by Fahima Hussain, Membership Coordinator, World Trade Centers Association

Session Presenters:

  • World Trade Center Buffalo
  • World Trade Center Lille & WTC Paris
  • World Trade Center Providence 
  • World Trade Center Suzhou
 
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Jim Perry, General Counsel, World Trade Centers Association

 
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

Join us as we say thank you and take a look back at this year’s regional meetings hosted by our Members.  

 
4:20 PM - 4:50 PM (EDT)
[In-Person and Virtual]

In 2024, the 54th annual WTCA GBF, themed “Empowering Progress through Innovation & Collaboration,” aims to be a distinctive and interesting event, showcasing the strength of the WTCA network and emphasizing economic potential in India, particularly Karnataka – the Silicon Valley of India. Hear from the GBF Chair as he discusses highlights to look forward to and why you and your business delegates should attend!  

Vineet Verma, World Trade Center Bengaluru, Managing Director

 

 
4:50 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person
 
 
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM (EDT)
In-Person

All Members interested in joining the Francophone Initiative will be invited to the stage for a special MOU signing and photo opportunity.

 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person
 
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

Join WTCA Board Member, Catherine Lee for a networking reception at: Crossing Art Gallery - Featuring Chinese artist Shen Jingdong

Please RSVP Here

You also have the option to mmerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Freelance at the renowned Blue Note jazz show. Tickets can be purchased (USD $40.66 with fees) on the Blue Note website.

 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (EDT)
In-Person

 

 

 
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM (EDT)
In-Person

We will help you complete your InfoShare. This form must be updated yearly to help produce the best data to support your everyday activities! To complete your InfoShare, book a 15-minute time slot: here.

 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM (EDT)
In-Person

Join us for an interactive session on our Road to 500 vision taking the WTCA to new heights. Hear from Members and Business Development Leaders who will be sharing growth strategies and out-of-the-box ideas to achieve our ambitious goals. 

Robin van Puyenbroeck, Executive Director – Business Development, World Trade Centers Association

 
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
In-Person

Participate in this 75-minute interactive breakout session and provide your feedback on topics selected by the MAC & RAC Chairs.  

 
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM (EDT)
In-Person

Celebrating the WTCA’s Accredited and Premier Accredited Members. 

Chanelle Dimalanta, Communications Manager, World Trade Centers Association

 

 
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM (EDT)
In-Person

Join us in celebrating the outstanding achievement of our volunteer leaders  

 
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM (EDT)
In-Person

We are excited to present ‘’The Globie’’ Awards at the 2023 WTCA Member Forum, featuring fun categories of awards inspired by “The Dundies” from “The Office.”

Chanelle Dimalanta, Communications Manager, World Trade Centers Association

Fahima Hussain, Membership Coordinator, World Trade Centers Association

 
11:50 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

John Drew, Chair, World Trade Centers Association Board of Directors  

 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EDT)
In-Person
 
 
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

Stick around for the NA Regional Meeting, open to all WTCA Members.  

NA Regional Meeting Agenda

 

 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EDT)
In-Person

The Malt House
9 Maiden Ln, New York, NY 10038

 
Time Zone: (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

*Please note, this agenda is subject to change.