The Largest International Business Conference in the Rocky Mountain Region
Join us early for the Trade Career Connection to meet representatives from global companies and explore exciting career opportunities in trade. This exclusive networking opportunity begins at 9:00 AM.
Main speakers and conferences will commence at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the insights and discussions that will shape the future of global trade!
The Largest International Business Conference in the Rocky Mountain Region
Join us and explore the latest trends, insights, and opportunities in global trade.
PRESENTING
SPONSOR
TICKET DRAWING
Win two United/Polaris airline tickets
EARN A BONUS PARTICIPATION WITH
THE GLOBAL HUB
Your registration to the World Trade Day awards you participation in the first ticket draw.
ENTRY FOR THE SECOND TICKET DRAW HAS NOW CLOSED.
RECEPTION SPONSOR
TRADE CAREER CONNECTION
WIFI SPONSOR
COFFEE BREAK SPONSOR
RECEPTION SPONSOR
TRADE CAREER CONNECTION
WIFI SPONSOR
COFFEE BREAK SPONSOR
RECEPTION SPONSOR
TRADE CAREER CONNECTION
WIFI SPONSOR
COFFEE BREAK SPONSOR
To make the most of your experience, we invite you to join the Global Hub—our free online trade community.
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Connect with fellow attendees.
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Engage in lively discussions on the forums.
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Gain insights from experts.
Begin your journey by signing in and introducing yourself to other World Trade Day attendees.
To make the most of your experience, we invite you to join the Global Hub—our free online trade community.
-
Connect with fellow attendees.
-
Engage in lively discussions on the forums.
-
Gain insights from experts.
Begin your journey by signing in and introducing yourself to other World Trade Day attendees.
PREMIER SPONSORS
EXPO PARTICIPANTS
- Adams County
- Aer Lingus
- Air Canada
- BDO USA
- Boeing
- Central Oceans
- CIBER / CU Denver
- Colorado-Israeli Chamber of Commerce
- Consulate-General of Japan
- CConsulate-General of México
- CSU / CSU Spur / NAAAN
- EmergeCounsel
- German American Chamber of Commerce
- Green Worldwide Shipping
- Holland and Hart
- International Advisory Council
- JP Morgan Chase
- Manufacturer’s Edge / CAMA
- MiHi Entertainment
- MPAQT
- OEDIT
- Quickcode
- Sayari
- SHIPPLUG
- Stolle Machinery
- Swiftdocs
- Terumo BCT
- Trinidad Benham
- United Airlines
- U.S. Commercial Service/SBA
- U.S. Patent Trademark office
- WTC Denver
CORPORATE SPONSORS
TABLE SPONSORS
- Canadian Consulate
- Denver Economic Development & Opportunity
- ExIn Global Strategies
- Gallagher Transport
- Green Worldwide Logistics
- HSBC
- Sayari
- SHIPPLUG
- Terumo BCT
- TSL Holdings
- Visa
- Visit Denver
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Address & Contact
MORNING SESSION
Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St. Denver, CO
AFTERNOON SESSION
Pinnacle Club by Grand Hyatt
555 17th Street, 38th Floor, Denver, CO
The conference will take place in the heart of downtown Denver’s entertainment, business and the theater districts, conveniently located near the 16th Street Mall.
World Trade Center Denver – 303-592-5760 or Info@wtcdenver.org.
Day of Assistance, contact Erin Kelley – 720-425-4860
Schedule
The conference will take place at the Grand Hyatt Denver from 9:00am to 1:25pm and then we will move to the Pinnacle Club across the street from 1:30pm to 6:00pm.
At the Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St. Denver, CO
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8:00am-11:00am: Registration Open
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9:00am-10:30am: Career Connection
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10:30am-11:15am: Registration and networking
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11:30am-12:15pm: Lunch (your table number is on your name badge)
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12:15pm-1:15pm Keynote
At The Pinnacle Club (38th floor):
555 17th Street, 38th Floor, Denver, CO
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1:30pm-2:00pm: Expo
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2:00pm-2:35pm: Breakout Room talks
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2:50pm-3:25pm: Breakout Room talks
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3:40pm-4:15pm: Breakout Room talks
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4:15pm-6:00pm: Networking Reception
Public Transportation
Light Rail:
Denver Union Station: walking distance 1 mile or take free Mall Ride
Check the RTD trip planner to map your route.
Where to park
The Grand Hyatt offers self-parking for $20 (discounted event rate), subject to availability. Valet parking is available for $30.
Other parking options:
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Brandy Lot- 1740 Glenarm Pl. Day $25 (Midnight-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $20 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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Sunrise Lot- 1632 Welton St. Day $25 (5am-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $20 (2pm-midnight, expires midnight)
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612 Lot- 1826 Welton Day $20 (Midnight-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $15 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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5280 Lot- 650 17th St. Day $25 (Midnight-4pm, expires at 7pm), Evening $20 (4pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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Temple Lot- 1615 Welton St. $25 (Midnight-4pm, expires at 7pm), Evening $20 (4pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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Avis Lot- 1900 Broadway $12 (Midnight-2pm, expires 9pm), Evening $10 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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You can also check Parking.com or Spothero for the best rates.
Attire
Attire is business, or business casual
Giveaways
Participants will have the opportunity to win a handful of different prizes, including (2) two Polaris/United tickets for roundtrip travel to an international destination. By registering for the conference, each participant will automatically receive an entry in the drawings.
Must be present to win. Drawing will take place at 1:15pm and 5:30pm.
Address & Contact
MORNING SESSION
Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St. Denver, CO
AFTERNOON SESSION
Pinnacle Club by Grand Hyatt
555 17th Street, 38th Floor, Denver, CO
The conference will take place in the heart of downtown Denver’s entertainment, business and the theater districts, conveniently located near the 16th Street Mall.
World Trade Center Denver – 303-592-5760 or Info@wtcdenver.org.
Day of Assistance, contact Erin Kelley – 720-425-4860
Schedule
The conference will take place at the Grand Hyatt Denver from 9:00am to 1:25pm and then we will move to the Pinnacle Club across the street from 1:30pm to 6:00pm.
At the Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St. Denver, CO
-
8:00am-11:00am: Registration Open
-
9:00am-10:30am: Career Connection
-
10:30am-11:15am: Registration and networking
-
11:30am-12:15pm: Lunch (your table number is on your name badge)
-
12:15pm-1:15pm Keynote
At The Pinnacle Club (38th floor):
555 17th Street, 38th Floor, Denver, CO
-
1:30pm-2:00pm: Expo
-
2:00pm-2:35pm: Breakout Room talks
-
2:50pm-3:25pm: Breakout Room talks
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3:40pm-4:15pm: Breakout Room talks
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4:15pm-6:00pm: Networking Reception
Public Transportation
Light Rail:
Denver Union Station: walking distance 1 mile or take free Mall Ride
Check the RTD trip planner to map your route.
Where to park
The Grand Hyatt offers self-parking for $20 (discounted event rate), subject to availability. Valet parking is available for $30.
Other parking options:
-
Brandy Lot- 1740 Glenarm Pl. Day $25 (Midnight-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $20 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
-
Sunrise Lot- 1632 Welton St. Day $25 (5am-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $20 (2pm-midnight, expires midnight)
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612 Lot- 1826 Welton Day $20 (Midnight-2pm, expires 7pm), Evening $15 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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5280 Lot- 650 17th St. Day $25 (Midnight-4pm, expires at 7pm), Evening $20 (4pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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Temple Lot- 1615 Welton St. $25 (Midnight-4pm, expires at 7pm), Evening $20 (4pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
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Avis Lot- 1900 Broadway $12 (Midnight-2pm, expires 9pm), Evening $10 (2pm-Midnight, expires 8am next day)
-
You can also check Parking.com or Spothero for the best rates.
Attire
Attire is business, or business casual
Giveaways
Participants will have the opportunity to win a handful of different prizes, including (2) two Polaris/United tickets for roundtrip travel to an international destination. By registering for the conference, each participant will automatically receive an entry in the drawings.
Must be present to win. Drawing will take place at 1:15pm and 5:30pm.
LUNCHEON:
Grand Hyatt Denver 1750 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Colorado ballroom foyer
REGISTRATION FOR CONFERENCE & NETWORKING
Colorado ballroom
WELCOME REMARKS: Karen Gerwitz, President & CEO of World Trade Center Denver
GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN EXPORTING
LUNCH
KEYNOTE:
Eddie L. Gordon, Jr., VP Global Procurement, United Airlines
Tarundeep Suri, P Integrated Supply Chain & MRO Shop, United Airlines
Helen Kristensen, Managing Director Cargo, United Airlines
Leading the Movement of Movement
TICKET DRAWING
Colorado ballroom foyer
MAKE YOUR WAY TOWARDS THE PINNACLE CLUB
AFTERNOON SESSION:
Pinnacle Club by Grand Hyatt 555 17th Street, 38th Floor, Denver, CO
Capitol Peak Ballroom
EXPO OPEN
Crystal Peak A
Joyce Chang, Managing Director, JPMorgan Chase
Global Economic Update in Turbulent Times and election implications in 2024
Crystal Peak B&C
Lucky Vidmar, Head of IP and AI Litigation, Microsoft
Generative AI vs. Intellectual Property – Which Will Prevail?
Crystal Peak A
Caroline Fontes, Transfer Pricing Managing Director, Southwest/Mountain West Region, BDO
International Trade and Transfer Pricing
Crystal Peak B&C
Tracey Anthony, Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, Crane Worldwide Logistics
Mastering Compliance and Risk Reduction in Your Supply Chain
Crystal Peak A
Sarah Bileti, Of Counsel, Holland and Hart
Global Talent Quest: Navigating Business Immigration for Top Talent
Crystal Peak B&C
Colby Potter, Solutions Manager, Commercial, Sayari – Risk Intelligence
Challenges in Auditing Supply Chains for UFLPA
Capitol Peak Ballroom
NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSORED BY STOLLE MACHINERY
Chance to Win Additional Airline Tickets from Aer Lingus, Air Canada, and Turkish Air, introduced by Mexican Consul Pável Meléndez Cruz. México is #1 trading partner.
