"The Global Business Forum was truly one of the best professional experiences of my career.

I enjoyed meeting globally-minded professionals, growing my network and creating new friendships. These connections have already fostered new opportunities.  I visited Ireland last week and met with WTC Dublin and one of their clients for a drink. WTC Denver is also hosting a few of the Nigerians and Canadians we met at our World Trade Day later this month. Thank you for including me in this event and I look forward to meeting everyone in Philadelphia next year."

— Rebecca LaShelle, Strategic Partner, Schooley Mitchell of Denver (2025 attendee)

“I was impressed by the GBF programming, the opportunities to connect, and the quality and number of relationships built.

I fully intend to attend next year’s GBF in Philadelphia and look forward to deepening the international connections made in Marseille while building new ones within the WTCA network.” 

— Carla Coyle, President and CEO, C2 Custom Furnishings (2025 attendee)

"I saw clear synergies, especially in sectors such as agribusiness, sustainable construction, tourism, and logistics. There is strong potential to foster bilateral trade and investment...Through the GBF, I connected with global peers, identified potential partners, and gathered insights that could benefit the development of WTC Ibagué and the broader regional economy. I returned [home] with a renewed vision, strategic contacts, and inspiration to keep positioning Ibagué as an investment destination. 

— Luis Carlos Martinez, President, WTC Ibagué  (2025 attendee)