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Learn How to Cut, Delay, or Recover U.S. Duty Costs What you'll learn: 6 ways to eliminate duties 4 ways to delay or reduce them 3 ways to recover past costs 4 ways to rethink your supply chain Who should attend: Traffic managers, purchasing managers, compliance officers, empowered officials, supply chain managers, import/export managers, and anyone involved or concerned with international shipments. Don’t miss it – webinar will not be recorded. Registration: $10 – Delaware Companies $25 – Non-Delaware Companies Hosted by: World Trade Center® Delaware

Topics Covered: Harmonized System (HS) CodesLearn how to accurately classify your products with practical tips and guidance that reduce errors and support smoother cross-border transactions. Rules of OriginGet an overview of rules of origin, understand how they apply under Free Trade Agreements, and discover how to build a strategic plan to ensure compliance and maximize trade benefits. Whether you're new to international trade or looking to strengthen your compliance practices, this session will equip you with actionable insights to support your global operations.

An inside look at the expertise and innovation driving the Mid-Atlantic's largest industry sector Visit Highlights: Princeton University, Delaware Innovation Space, Penn Venture Lab, Singh Center for Nanotechnology, Incyte, Siemens Healthineers From photonics, cell therapy and precision oncology to medical devices, learn about the region attract billions in investment to develop, manufacture, and deploy global-leading technology to improve healthcare for all. Note that this is a Select USA Spinoff event. However attendance at Select USA is not obligatory Cost to attend: FREE but registration required. Additional information: mkopistecki@choosedelaware.com; +1 302-669-5216 Transportation logistics: Provided to and from Spinoff events, Participants responsible for transportation to event hotels

Celebrate with Us by Giving Back! As our birthday gift, we’re collecting donations for Food Bank of Delaware. You're invited to bring canned or non-perishable food items to the event. We will also gratefully accept monetary donations—cash, checks, or credit cards are welcome. Thank you for helping us support our community!

The BIRD Foundation, a program that was established in 1977 by the U.S. and Israeli governments, fosters mutually beneficial collaborations between U.S. and Israeli companies, including both startups and established organizations. BIRD offers matchmaking support to connect U.S. and Israeli companies, as well as providing non-dilutive funding that covers up to 50% of project development costs, maximum $1.5M per project. BIRD supports projects across a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, communications, construction technologies, software, electronics, electro-optics, life sciences, homeland security, renewable and alternative energy, and more. Each year, BIRD supports approximately 30 projects, with cumulative sales of products developed through BIRD-funded projects exceeding $10 billion. This event is free to attend, but registration is required! Discover how your company can benefit from funding of up to $1.5M to boost your R&D and commercialization capabilities. Agenda: Registration and networking Welcoming remarks, Carla Stone, President, World Trade Center Delaware Introduction to BIRD, Andie Yonah, Director, East Coast and Mid West, BIRD Foundation Testimonial More speakers to be announced Q&A Networking Supporting Partners as of Today 3/5/2025: The Israeli Trade Office at the Embassy of Israel Philadelphia Israel Chamber of Commerce Delaware Prosperity Partnership Delaware BioScience Association Delaware Sustainable Chemistry Alliance Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub, Inc.

7th Annual Tastes of Chocolate and Beer from Around the World! Join us on February 19th, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, rain or shine. Indulge in this delicious pairing event, complemented by a delicious buffet dinner for an unforgettable evening! WTC Members $50 Future Members $65 * Must be over 21 to register this event [CO-SPONSORS]

Join us for an exclusive evening at the WTC Delaware & Lipaworld Mixer as we explore the future of remittances for the African diaspora. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow community members, learn from inspiring leaders, and gain insight into how financial technology is transforming the remittance landscape for African immigrants. Event Highlights: Key Presentation by Jonathan Katende: Hear from the CEO of Lipaworld as he shares the company's vision for revolutionizing remittance services. Jonathan will discuss Lipaworld’s innovative solutions, new product offerings, and how the platform empowers African immigrants with secure and cost-effective ways to send money back home. Networking Opportunities: Meet other like-minded members of the African diaspora, entrepreneurs, and professionals in a vibrant atmosphere designed to foster meaningful connections. Community Building: Learn more about Lipaworld’s initiatives to support the diaspora and discover ways to get involved in reshaping how we send and receive funds across borders. Whether you are passionate about financial inclusion, interested in cutting-edge tech, or simply looking to engage with a supportive community, this mixer is an event you won’t want to miss. FREE to attend but registration is required.