By World Trade Center Utah

World Trade Month began as World Trade Week in 1926, a time of great economic uncertainty and growing isolationism. With the idea of promoting its port and finding ways to grow local businesses through exports, Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce launched what is now know as World Trade Month. Showing trade to be a beacon of hope for our struggling economy is no easier today, likewise, the stakes are just as high

The Utah District Export Council and the U.S. Commercial Service’s Utah Export Assistance Center are partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau’s Foreign Trade Division to bring exporters two valuable educational opportunities to help companies better manage their global exporting activities.

By World Trade Center Utah

His Excellency Friis Arne Petersen, Ambassador to U.S. for Denmark honored Utah with a visit on April 8, hosted by the World Trade Center Utah and the Salt Lake Chamber, sponsored by Wells Fargo. In addition to an excellent presentation during the luncheon, Ambassador Peterson awarded Utah’s Honorary Consul for Denmark, Niels Valentiner, with a promotion to Knight First Class of the Order of Dannebrog for his outstanding service to the country and the people of Denmark.

By World Trade Center Utah

Ambassador to the U.S. for Guatemala His Excellency Francisco Villagrán de León was greeted by his hosts from the World Trade Center Utah, Salt Lake Chamber, and Governor’s Office of Economic Development at an April 8 luncheon sponsored by Wells Fargo.

Zions Bank’s ninth annual Trade and Business Conference will help business leaders recognize global opportunities for success tomorrow.

By World Trade Center Utah

“House Concurrent Resolution 1 on International Trade and State Government” is a resolution that is currently being processed through the state legislature, and is an important declaration to Congress from Utah.

By Bryan Schott

Utah Pulse speaks with Lew Cramer, President and CEO of the World Trade Center Utah, about how important international trade is to Utah's economy.

Take part in the upcoming U.S. Commercial Service “Trade Winds Forum – The Americas” a business development conference and official U.S. Department of Commerce trade mission to São Paulo, Brazil, April 25-30, 2010.