World Trade Week New York

World Trade Week NYC 2026

World Trade Week was celebrated across the country this year the week of May 4 – 8. We celebrated World Trade Week in the New York metropolitan area by bringing together a dynamic network of partner organizations and trade professionals from across the international trade ecosystem to highlight the vital role of international trade in our regional economy.

World Trade Week NYC

Hosted by the New York District Export Council, this year’s version of World Trade Week NYC kicked off with a gathering of international trade professionals on Wednesday May 6, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the William and Anita Newman Conference Center on the 7th floor of Baruch College’s vertical campus at 151 East 25th Street.

The event was highlighted by a keynote speech by Rodrigo Bellettini, CEO of Sparx Logistics, who focused on the growing application of artificial intelligence in international trade and an interview with Tom Cook, managing director of Blue Tiger International, about the geopolitical events that are shaping the current state and future of global trade.

We also dedicated time on May 6 to celebrate the leadership and many contributions to World Trade Week over the years of Lene Skou, deputy director of Baruch College’s Weissman Center for International Business, who passed away suddenly earlier in 2026.

The May 6 event was the first in a series of 2026 World Trade Week NYC events being held throughout the year, with more details forthcoming soon.

2026 Timeline:

May 6, 2026: WTW NYC 2026 Signature Kick-off Event
September 2026: Networking and Awards Presentation
December 2026: Networking and Panel Discussion

Our 2026 WTWNYC activities coincided with a series of educational sessions hosted nationwide by the U.S. Commercial Service. The sessions, led by private and public sector experts, will feature tradecraft trainings, industry-focused educational sessions, and programs illuminating the impact of the latest U.S. trade deals. Whether you are new to export or an experienced exporter, you will find value among the many programs offered now and in the future. For more information, go to:

U.S. Commercial Service Export Week.