The TCT meets September through June on the second Monday of every month for networking, lunch and dynamic speakers on important issues to the transportation industry. Members, their guests and others are invited.
Louise S. Tieman World Trade Center Tacoma President & CEO
November 14th: Louise S. Tieman
- La Quinta Inn & Suites
– 1425 E 27th St Tacoma, WA 98421 - 11:30 Registration/networking
- 12:00 Lunch served
- Cost: $25 prepaid
– Drawing is an additional $5 for 6 tickets
– Additional $10 for walk-in members & non-members - Register by email or fill out the registration form
Topic overview:
Foreign trade and investment play a big role in the local economy. The pace of foreign direct investment in local projects is increasing again, as are both in-bound business investment and new exports for local companies. Louise will provide information on Tacoma area projects, the current status of our relationship with China and other investor countries, and an update on the Trans-Pacific Partnership treaty and Ex-Im Bank.
Bio:
Louise is a regionally known and highly experienced executive with proven expertise providing financial and operational management to companies experiencing beginning, mid-level and, rapid growth. With over 25 years of senior level financial and operational experience, Louise consulted for companies in the biotech, hi-tech, distribution, manufacturing, construction, retail, agriculture, financial services and not for profit sectors. Currently, Louise is the leader of the only full-service trade center in the Pacific Northwest providing services to the Port of Tacoma, the City of Tacoma, and a variety of importers, exporters, and international services providers in the region. This office coordinates in-bound and out-bound trade missions and facilitates Foreign Direct Investment to public and private projects in the region. The WTC also provides education and social programs with an international business focus to association members and the community.
Upcoming luncheon meetings:
- December 12th, 2016:
Holiday Extravaganza for the Emergency Food Network
Emerald Queen Casino Concert Hall
2024 E 29th St, Tacoma, WA 98404