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World Trade Centers Association flagship Global Business Forum viewed as ‘first big test’
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World Trade Centre Winnipeg supports Manitoba businesses participating in international trade shows, missions, and global industry events. From preparation and market research to on-site support and post-event follow-up, our advisors help ensure companies get the strongest possible return on their investment.
Through our global network and market intelligence services, we help businesses identify opportunities, connect with partners, and navigate new markets with confidence.
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u003culu003eu003cliu003eOn-site support when part of a Manitoba delegation organized by WTC Winnipegu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eHelp identifying potential partners or buyersu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eAssistance gathering market insights while abroadu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003e
u003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eLead follow-up strategies and market entry guidanceu003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eIntroductions to partners through the WTCA networku003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eSupport planning next steps in your target marketu003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003e
Our goal is simple: help Manitoba companies maximize the ROI of every trade show and international mission they attend.
FLAGSHIP EVENT
u003cpu003eAs a member of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), WTC Winnipeg connects Manitoba companies to a global network spanning 90+ countries.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eEach year, this network gathers for the WTCA Global Business Forum (GBF) — a major international event bringing together business leaders, investors, and economic development organizations from around the world.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eThe forum combines high-level discussions with curated business matchmaking designed to create real international partnerships.u003c/pu003e
u003cpu003eIn u003cstrongu003eApril 2026u003c/strongu003e, the WTCA Global Business Forum will take place in Philadelphia, one of the United States’ most dynamic business hubs.u003c/pu003e
PAST PARTICIPATION
u003cpu003eIn 2025, the WTCA Global Business Forum took place in Marseille, hosted by World Trade Center Marseille-Provence under the theme Gateway to the Mediterranean. The Forum brought together more than 400 participants from over 50 countries for four days of structured matchmaking, panels, workshops, and site visits focused on global trade, investment, and innovation.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eWTC Winnipeg participated alongside Manitoba partners and businesses, using the forum as a platform to promote Manitoba internationally, build new market connections, and support companies exploring opportunities in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.u003c/pu003e
World Trade Centers Association flagship Global Business Forum viewed as ‘first big test’
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