European-American Business Summer Networking Event
2025-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join the top European-American Chambers and Trade Associations in Boston, for a European-American Business Networking Event on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, hosted by the French Library. Connect with international business peers, engage in meaningful conversations, and celebrate the start of summer!
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: French Library, 53 Marlborough St, Boston, MA 02116
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your professional network, explore new partnerships, or simply enjoy great conversation with international business peers, this event is the perfect way to start the summer season.
No refunds, but names of guests can be substituted.
Join the top European-American Chambers and Trade Associations in Boston to celebrate the start of summer!

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Connecting Women in New England’s International Trade Community: High Tea at the Chinese Tea House
2025-05-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Chinese Tea House at Marble House, Cliff Walk, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Join Women in World Trade New England for a memorable afternoon of connection, conversation, and culture at our inaugural Rhode Island event! Network with fellow women working in international trade while enjoying a traditional High Tea at one of Newport’s most iconic and historic venues.
✨ High Tea With a Side of History
The Chinese Tea House at Marble House is more than a stunning setting — it’s a symbol of strength, beauty, and resilience. Originally a birthday gift from William Vanderbilt to his wife Alva Belmont, the marble mansion was completed in the late 1800s. In 1908, Alva added the cliffside tea house, inspired by Song Dynasty artistry and culture. A dedicated suffragist, Alva used the tea house not only for hosting but also as a secret meeting space for women’s rights advocacy.
🎤 Featured Guest Speaker:
Mark Brodeur, Associate Vice President of Tourism Marketing, Rhode Island Commerce
Mark will share a fascinating overview of Rhode Island’s trade history — from its colonial roots to its modern-day influence.
Thank you to our event sponsors:
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, JF Moran, Rhode Island Commerce, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., Taylored Pathways and wekWorks.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with inspiring women in global trade, surrounded by elegance and history.
RSVP today to secure your seat. Cost is $50 and includes a tour of the Marble House. Space is limited!

WWTNE Meet the Members Virtual Meetup
2025-06-02 12:00 - 12:45
We are pleased to announce a new series of Meet the Members virtual sessions.
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
The sessions will be led by WWTNE Board members: Katherine Therieau, Dr Abi Barrow and Christa Bleyleben.
The featured speaker for this session is Sharlene Chen, Head of Programs, Humanity Research Consultancy (HRC).
Sharlene Chen is a specialist in modern slavery research and consultancy, with a focus on human trafficking and human rights violations impacting vulnerable populations. She has led projects and provided expert guidance on the scam industry across Southeast Asia and worker protection in global seafood supply chains, with expertise in trafficking and forced labor prevention. Her work has supported organizations including UNODC, Winrock International, Conservation International, the Regional Support Office of the Bali Process (RSO), the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA), INTERPOL, and various governments.
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants at 12pm the day before the Meetup.
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!

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Discover British Flair & Flavor with After-Hours Networking
2025-08-07 20:00 - 22:00
Join us for a delightful after-hours networking event at The Bee’s Knees British Imports in Acton, MA. Mingle with fellow professionals over drinks, tea, and classic British treats in a charming and cozy setting.
Location:
The Bee’s Knees British Imports
566 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA
Date & Time:
Wednesday, August 7, 2025
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
What to Expect:

Complimentary drinks, tea, and traditional British nibbles
Enter to win a gift basket and receive 15% off your purchase at The Bee’s Knees
Casual and friendly networking atmosphere

This complimentary event is the perfect way to unwind, connect, and discover a little British charm. Space is limited—RSVP today to reserve your spot!
Join the British American Business Council of New England and Women in World Trade New England for this complimentary event.

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31st Annual International Business Forum & Networking Evening
2025-10-14 17:30 - 20:30 | Suffolk University Sawyer Business School, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02108, United States
Join us for this International Networking Evening:

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The Global Business Alliance of New England (GBANE) is proud to present its 31st Annual International Business Forum & Networking Evening hosted at Suffolk University:
Amid evolving trade policies, shifting alliances, and challenges to the global supply chain, this year’s Forum explores how international businesses are adapting to a new era of global trade defined by accelerating technological change, strategic realignment and new partnerships.
The panel discussion with international experts, will be moderated by Doug Banks, Executive Editor, Boston Business Journal.

Program:
Opening Remarks

Ken Vacovec, Suffolk University Law School Alum, Managing Partner, Vacovec, Mayotte & Singer and President of the MA Bar Foundation, by
Amy Zeng, Dean of Suffolk University’s Sawyer Business School

Welcome Remarks

James Reginald Colimon, Deputy Director of Global Affairs & Protocol, Mayor’s Office, City of Boston
Jeevan Ramapriya, Executive Director, Massachusetts Office for Trade & Invest

Keynote

Shahruz Mohtadi, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Suffolk University

Panel Discussion

Michael Erb, Global Vice President, Fluence Energy
Rahul Kappor, Director Healthtec, CPI
Doug Banks, Executive Editor Boston Business Journal (Moderator)

More panelists to be announced!
Details of GBANE Member Organizations: www.gbane.org
Agenda:
5:30PM Check-in and Early Networking
6:00PM Welcome and Introductions
6:15PM Keynote
6:30PM Panel Discussion with international business representatives and experts covering

Supply Chains
Life Sciences/Pharma
Financial /Taxation
Manufacturing

Moderator: Doug Banks, Executive Editor of the Boston Business Journal
This event will be followed by a Networking Reception.
Tickets

Members of Participating Associations: $40 (+ Eventbrite fees)
General Admission $55 (+ Eventbrite fees)
Suffolk Students and Faculty: Free admission (need to register)

Tickets are non-refundable, but transferable (you will need to let us know about any name change)

WWTNE Meet the Members Virtual Meetup
2025-11-03 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!

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We are pleased to announce a new series of Meet the Members virtual sessions.
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
Our November 3 guest speaker is Jennifer (Jenn) LeBlond who is the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center‘s Managing Director of Emerging Climatetech.
In this role, Jenn leads the strategic expansion of the Emerging Climatetech Team at MassCEC, supporting Massachusetts’ climatetech startups and researchers. Jenn’s prior experience includes serving as the Director of the Eastern US, Science and Innovation Network for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
She also participated in Venture University’s Investor Accelerator. She holds a PhD in Geology from the University of Cambridge and was a university research fellow at Imperial College London before relocating to the United States.
Post-PhD, Jenn completed a postgraduate degree in Nanotechnology at the University of Oxford and recently attained further education certificates in Corporate Innovation from MIT Sloan School of Management.
Jenn will talk about the work of the Mass Clean Energy Center and the investment by the state in nurturing clean tech companies, including international start-ups.
This session will be led by WWTNE Board members: Andrea Jeglum, Associate, Sander, Travis & Rosengerg, PA, Abi Barrow, PhD, and Dawn Wivell, CEO, Firebrand International, LLC.
Submit your information for free membership and to join Women in World Trade New England here: https://wwtne.org/membership/
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants at 12pm the day before the Meetup.

Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - January 13
2026-01-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: January-13-2026 Time: 12:00 – 1.00 pmPlatform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
January’s session featured speaker: Dr. Sonja Kreibich, Consul General of Germany to the New England States.
Dr. Sonja Kreibich took up her post as the Consul General of Germany to the New England States in July 2022.
Before arriving in Boston, she served at the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Berlin as the Head of Division for Pan African Issues, Southern Africa, and the Great Lakes from 2018-22.
Prior to this, she served as the Head of Unit for European Migration Policy from 2014-2018, and as press spokesperson in the Speaker’s Office from 2002-2006.
Sonja’s roles within the Foreign Office have taken her abroad to the German Permanent Mission to the UN in New York as well as to the German Embassy in Bucharest, Romania.
She studied law at the University of Bonn and at the University of Edinburgh and obtained a doctorate from the University of Bonn.
This session, we will also meet member Madeline Ferland and hear a little about her career and why she joined the WWTNE community.

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Join WWTNE for a reception at the official residence of the Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye
2026-02-05 17:30 - 19:30
Join WWTNE for a reception at the official residence of the Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye.
Hosted by: Halime Diğdem Buner, Consul General in Boston
We will learn about current trade activity, cultural relations, and investment between Türkiye and New England
When: February 5th, 2026.Time 5:30 pm -7:30 pmWhere: Residence of the Turkish Consul General, Boston, MA.

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Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - March 2
2026-03-02 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: March-2-2026 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pmPlatform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
March’s session featured speaker: Wendy MacKenzie Pease
Wendy MacKenzie Pease is the CEO and Owner of Rapport International, a language services company that provides high-quality translation and interpretation services in over 200 languages with a specialty in medical device & life sciences, industrial manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, and marketing & HR communications. Throughout her career, she has worked with hundreds of companies to help them communicate across more than 200 languages and cultures.
Wendy is a frequent speaker, writer, blogger, trainer, advisor, and master networker. She’s the author of the book “The Language of Global Marketing”, co-author of “The Secrets of Global Sales,” and the host of the “Global Marketing Show” podcast, which features experts on opportunities and challenges in increasing multilingual lead gen and revenue.
Wendy has a BA from Penn State and an MBA from the Tuck School at Dartmouth College. She is passionate about connecting people across languages and cultures. She lived in Mexico, Taiwan, and the Philippines, where she fell in love with differing cultures and came to understand that we are all human, no matter the language we speak.
Learn more at www.rapporttranslations.com.
This session, we will also meet members Siu-Li Khoe, COO for Nautilus Defense, and Melanie Dowling.

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4th Annual International Women’s Day celebration
2026-03-04 18:00 - 21:00
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Fort Point Room, Atlantic Wharf, 290 Congress St, Boston 02210

Join us for our 4th Annual International Women’s Day celebration, spotlighting this year’s theme: “Women as Change Makers“. Hosted in Downtown Boston, this exciting event will feature a short town hall-style panel discussion with inspiring change makers, leaders, and professionals who will share their journeys, followed by a networking reception. Let’s come together to celebrate, connect, and empower women.
Registration: Only a limited number of tickets are available, so register today! All genders welcome.
– WWTNE members: $25+fee,
– General admission: $40+fee
Co-hosted with our international partner organizations, this highly anticipated event sells out quickly. This year, tickets are limited, so secure yours soon!
Register here.

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A Strategic Conversation with Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos
2026-03-12 12:30 - 16:30
Women in World Trade New England Member Event, followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of the Rhode Island State House
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026Time: Tour begins at 1:00 PM. Please arrive by 12:50 PMLocation: Rhode Island State House, Providence.
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Conversation with Lt. Governor Sabina Mato.
Join the Conversation with Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos.
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Join us for a bus tour of Providence!
2026-03-12 15:30 - 17:00
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: Tour begins at 3.30 PM following our meeting with Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos
Location: Rhode Island State House, Providence.
3.30 PM to 5:00 PM.
Join us for a bus tour of one of America’s favorite cities! This event will immediately follow our meeting with Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos
Tickets are $42 (including fees). Spaces are limited, so sign up ASAP!
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Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - May 4
2026-05-04 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: May-4-2026 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pmPlatform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
May’s session featured speaker: Sara Fraim
Sara Fraim became the CEO of the Mass Technology Leadership Council in 2022. She had previously served at MTLC for 11 years in a variety of roles; most recently, as the Vice President of Programs and Policy and Executive Director of the MTLC Education Foundation.
The Mass Technology Leadership Council (MTLC) is the region’s leading technology association and the premier network for tech executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and policy leaders. MTLC’s mission is to accelerate innovation, growth, and the development of an inclusive tech ecosystem in Massachusetts.
MTLC has over 200 members and partners, representing tens of thousands of tech workers. Most of these members are engaged in international trade and need to stay current on the evolving policies and regulations affecting both imports and exports.
More information on the MTLC is available at https://www.mtlc.co
This session, we will also meet members Cecilia Pirotto, Owner of The Herbal Tea Co., and Ceylan Rowe Founder of the Fihri Foundation.
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants the day before the Meetup.

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Connecting Women in New England’s International Trade Community: High Tea at the Chinese Tea House
2026-05-15 15:00 - 17:00
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pmLocation: The Chinese Tea House at Marble House, Newport, Rhode Island
Join Women in World Trade New England for a memorable afternoon of connection, conversation, and culture in Newport, Rhode Island! Network with fellow women working in international trade while enjoying a traditional High Tea at one of Newport’s most iconic and historic venues.
High Tea With a Side of History
The Chinese Tea House at Marble House is more than a stunning setting — it’s a symbol of strength, beauty, and resilience. Originally a birthday gift from William Vanderbilt to his wife Alva Belmont, the marble mansion was completed in the late 1800s. In 1908, Alva added the cliffside tea house, inspired by Song Dynasty artistry and culture. A dedicated suffragist, Alva used the tea house not only for hosting but also as a secret meeting space for women’s rights advocacy.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with inspiring women in global trade, surrounded by elegance and history.
RSVP today to secure your seat. Cost is $70. Space is limited!
Thank you to our generous event sponsors!

Join Women in World Trade New England for a memorable afternoon of connection and conversation in Newport, Rhode Island!
REGISTER HERE

Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - July 6
2026-07-06 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: July-6-2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Platform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
Meeting Link Will be Shared Shortly.

Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - September
2026-09-26 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: September-2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Platform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
Meeting Link Will be Shared Shortly.

Meet the Members Virtual Meetup - November 2
2026-11-02 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at the Women in World Trade New England “Meet the Members” virtual meetup and get to know our amazing community!
Date: November-2-2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Platform: Zoom Virtual Meeting
During these sessions, we will hear a brief update from a trade professional on a timely trade subject, followed by updates from existing members, and introductions to new members. We will also learn about exciting new WWTNE initiatives and events. We hope that you will join us!
Meeting Link Will be Shared Shortly.
