Bassetts Ice Cream
“Since sending our first shipment of ice cream to China in May, 2008, Bassetts Ice Cream Company has received invaluable assistance from the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia in growing that export market, and in entering new foreign markets. The WTC of Greater Philadelphia’s support has included facilitating introductions to potential new trading partners, and assistance in navigating the myriad logistical and regulatory challenges involved in exporting our products. Most recently, the WTC of Greater Philadelphia helped arrange and host a meeting with a group of importers and food industry professionals from Shanghai which proved to be most informative, and could well lead to new export business for our company."
- Michael Strange, President, Bassetts Ice Cream
PARIS Technologies
“When PARIS Technologies, Inc. was invited to participate in the Sao Paulo trade mission, we considered this an opportunity to get started in Brazil. To date, the mission has exceeded our expectations. Our business matchmaking meetings allowed us to identify potential partners to get our product into the market. I was particularly impressed with the caliber of potential partners that were identified; they specifically fit the target profile and were knowledgeable about the business needs in the market. We plan to make a trip in November to follow up on these meetings,”
- Duane E. Presti, CEO, PARIS Technologies
SEA BOX Inc.
“We have enjoyed working with the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia. We find the WTCGP to be a wonderful opportunity to meet other business executives who share and deal with the ever-changing issues that face companies who do business around the globe. The WTCGP is a fantastic resource when issues pop up when you are working on deals in foreign countries. Time kills all deals, so when the support, responses and reply from the WTCGP is immediate so you can make decisions and respond quickly to the international community, this is extremely helpful for us here at Sea Box.”
- Bill Begley, Director of Modular Building Solutions, SEA BOX Inc.
Nathan Performance Gear
“Our Nathan brand has grown internationally close to 350 percent over the last three years thanks in large part to our ability to successfully enter new markets. The WTCGP has been an invaluable partner in these efforts on a variety of levels. Their extensive global trade knowledge helps us make informed decisions about which markets to enter and when. Additionally, their team works with us to identify and conduct due diligence on new distribution partners, which is integral to our global success. We encourage other local businesses to utilize the vast resources available at the WTCGP.”
- Bridgit Lombard, Executive Vice President of Sales and Strategy, Penguin Brands.
Securitas
“WTCGP provides outstanding support and advocacy for Pennsylvania and New Jersey businesses,” says Seneca, “and through their Export Finance Workshops we hear directly from exporters about their experiences and challenges and are able to assist these growing business achieve their goals.”
- Peter Seneca, Partner, Securitas
Devon International Group
“There’s an old saying in New York that says ‘you’re always walking on diamonds.’ Meaning there’s opportunity wherever you look. The relationships, meetings, and networking provided by membership in the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia are priceless and provide access to their own collection of diamonds. I have created partners and friends through this membership, and I’m proud of the direction we are headed together.”
- Dr. John A. Bennett, Founder and President, Devon International Group (DIG)
Ultraflex Systems, Inc
“The India mission will enable us to begin helping children with cerebral palsy this year. We plan to go back this June to begin collaborating with the leading Indian physician, Dr. Johari, to study the use of Ultraflex technology on his patients with cerebral palsy”
- Mark DeHarde of Ultrafex Systems, Inc.
Lenox Corporation
“The WTCGP has provided invaluable market insight, country profiles, distributor identification, and brand analysis that has been essential to our international strategy. The support that we received during our recent China launch resulted in a successful market entry strategy for our brand.”
- Jayson Score, Executive Vice President, Strategic Business Development and Supply Chain, Lenox Corporation
MTM LinguaSoft
MTM LinguaSoft has been a member of the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia since 2005. “The WTCGP has helped us to successfully network and gain exposure for our business and has also provided invaluable information on international markets that help us relate to clients and prospects.”
- Myriam Siftar, President and Founder
Pennoni Associates
“Membership in the International Design and Engineering Consortium has provided us with direct access to key decision makers in different countries where we have an interest in infrastructure projects.”
- David A. DeLizza, PE, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, Pennoni Associates
Wedeven
“On a recent trip to China, we were able to meet with the Pennsylvania Authorized Trade Representative in Beijing and discussed our business objectives, reviewed market opportunities, and learned about the Chinese business culture. The Pennsylvania in-country representative set up meetings, advised on proper protocol and helped ensure that I was prepared so my sales meetings were successful.”
- Dr. Lavern D. Wedeven, President, Wedeven Associates
DiSorb Systems, Inc.
“The WTCGP has provided me with immeasurable assistance in developing international business for my company. They made it possible for me to cost effectively attend the Medica 2009 trade show and helped me receive a Market Access Grant (MAG), which allowed me to attend the First European Medical Waste Conference in Amsterdam in February 2010.”
- Ted McLaughlin, President, Disorb Systems, Inc.
Wells Fargo Global Banking
“Our mission is to support the banking needs of our clients involved in international commerce. The WTCGP plays an important role in promoting trade in the region, and our Philadelphia office is actively looking to support the trade finance needs of companies in this area.”
- Michael Schmittlein, Division Manager, Wells Fargo
Drexel University, LeBow College of Business
“Economic globalization presents a myriad of challenges and opportunities. WTCGP has been one of the resources we turn to help us prepare students to thrive in an increasingly global business environment.”
- Dr. George Tsetsekos, Dean of LeBow College of Business, Drexel University
White and Williams LLC
“When you look at the executives assembled for the CEOs’ China Operations Club, you see cutting-edge experts with a wealth of experience doing business in China. This is an excellent resource for White and Williams and our clients.”
- Gary Biehn, Chair of the firm’s Business Department, LLC
DUNMORE Corporation
“The WTCGP, through its vast network of in-country representatives across the globe, has been instrumental in helping DUNMORE find international opportunities,” says Jordon. “We’ll continue to use their services as part of a comprehensive strategy to support our global growth goals.”
- John Jordon, Vice President, Sales, DUNMORE Corporation
Technical Vision
“The World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia is a great institution for a small company like ours; it provides resources and international reach far beyond what any small business could develop alone.”
- Lorraine H. Keller, Ph.D., CEO, Technical Vision Inc.