About NCWTA

Every Global Opportunity Requires People.

International business is often measured and presented in terms of markets, trade agreements, and supply chains.


But beyond the headlines, it is the people doing the work every day that know the real intricacies of what is going on and how to navigate it.


Progress begins with conversations.


Trust is built through relationships.



The best opportunities often come from someone willing to share what they've learned.

Since 1964, NCWTA has been bringing those people together across North Carolina.

The Best Advice Rarely Comes From One Source.

Behind every successful international business is a community of people willing to help.


People who have solved similar problems.


Who offer a different perspective.


Who know the best resources.


People who are willing to make an introduction.



NCWTA exists to make those connections possible—bringing together North Carolina's international business community so experience is shared, relationships grow, and new opportunities emerge.

Some Things Never Change.

Markets change.

Technology changes.

Trade policy changes.


What doesn't change is the importance of people willing to share what they know.


That's why every NCWTA event, partnership, leadership opportunity, and conversation is designed around one simple idea:

When people learn from one another, everyone moves forward together.

Mission and Vision

Mission: NCWTA empowers North Carolina's diverse international business community by connecting professionals through meaningful relationships, shared knowledge, and trusted resources. Together, we cultivate more capable, connected, and successful global businesses.


Vision: To be the lighthouse for a thriving global business community where professionals build the confidence, connections, and expertise to navigate change, seize opportunities, and succeed together—with assurance that they can always turn to NCWTA.

What We Build

We build conversations that become relationships.

We build relationships that become collaboration.

We build collaboration that helps North Carolina compete globally.


Everything we do—from statewide events to volunteer leadership to Community Partnerships—is designed to strengthen those connections.

Connect.

Meet professionals across North Carolina who understand international business.

Learn.

Exchange practical experience with people doing the work every day.

Contribute.

Share your own expertise and help strengthen the community.

Grow.

Build relationships that continue long after the first conversation.

Leadership

Led by Volunteers. Powered by Community.

NCWTA is guided by volunteer leaders who contribute their experience, perspective, and time because they believe North Carolina's international business community is stronger when people work together. Our leadership teams were designed with your needs in mind. They bring together leaders from across industries, disciplines, and areas of international business, creating a diverse team with the experience and perspectives to help guide NCWTA's future.


Our Executive Officers provide leadership and strategic direction.


Our NCWTA Impact Council helps turn ideas into action across the organization.


Our Advisory Board contributes strategic insight and industry expertise that help shape our future.


Together with our members and Community Partners, they help ensure NCWTA remains responsive, collaborative, and focused on the people it serves.

Meet Our Leadership

Executive Officers

NCWTA Impact Council

Advisory Board

The Advisory Board brings strategic perspective, industry expertise, and trusted counsel from across North Carolina's international business community. Members help strengthen NCWTA's long-term direction while expanding relationships throughout the broader international business ecosystem.

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We’ve Been Looking Forward Since 1964.

International business has changed dramatically since 1964. So have we. While our programs and community continue to evolve, our purpose has remained: Creating a community where people grow together and learn from one another. This is the thread connecting every chapter of our history.

The Next Chapter Belongs to All of Us.

International business will continue to change.


The need for trusted relationships is greater than ever.


NCWTA will continue bringing together the people, ideas, and organizations helping North Carolina succeed in a global economy.



We hope you'll be part of that story.