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Sister Cities International is a non-profit, city-to-city network inspired by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. Today, more than 2,200 cities in more than 90 countries participate.

The Global Cities Initiative is a an endeavor to help business and civic leaders grow their metropolitan economies by strengthening international connections and competitiveness.

The St. Louis region, made up of Missouri and Illinois counties, is one of the nation’s 20 largest metros with a rich history steeped in trade, immigration, and innovation.

Through the Global Cities Initiative, the Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase have assisted in assembling a market assessment, which will guide the development of a regional export plan, its goals, objectives, and implementation strategy.

Take every advantage as you capitalize on new and exciting markets worldwide. Importers and exporters alike are utilizing Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ)—areas treated as though they are outside U.S. Customs territory. This federally designated tool helps local companies be more competitive locally and abroad.

The Chancellor’s Certificate in International Trade is a practical, online curriculum that allows you the flexibility to learn at a time and place that works for you.

Investing in a membership with the World Trade Center St. Louis is best explained as investing in your business. It doesn’t matter if you’re a large corporation that has been doing business internationally for decades or a small firm that is just beginning to explore the idea of expanding abroad, membership with the World Trade Center St. Louis will benefit your organization in a way that is perfectly suited to your company’s needs.