World Trade Center Denver

Annual Gathering 2026: Celebrating the Journey. Charting the Path Forward Together.

What if your next international adventure started at the World Trade Center Denver Annual Gathering?

Register by October 2 for your chance to be entered into the drawing to win Turkish Airlines tickets and take your next journey around the world.

Join us for an evening of meaningful connections, community, celebration, and a look ahead at the opportunities shaping our global business community.

📅 October 6, 2026 | 4:30–7:30 PM
📍 Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate where we’ve been, connect with where we are, and help shape where we’re going next.

Register for Annual Gathering 2026: https://buff.ly/u0UHVDW

Thank You to Our Annual Gathering 2026 Sponsors!

We are grateful to our sponsors for their support of World Trade Center Denver’s Annual Gathering 2026 and for helping make this evening possible.

Their partnership plays an important role in bringing together our global business community as we celebrate the journey and chart the path forward together.

Join us for an evening featuring:
• Global Economic Outlook: Looking Ahead to 2027, with Brian Lewandowski, Executive Director of the Business Research Division at the University of Colorado Boulder
• Networking with business and international trade leaders
• A celebration of WTC Denver’s community and impact
• Recognition of Karen Gerwitz’s 16 years of leadership

We look forward to celebrating with you.

Register here: https://buff.ly/u0UHVDW

501 Business Club (September)
Thursday, September 24 | 5:01 PM – 7:30 PM (MDT)

Join us for an evening of networking with World Trade Center Denver members and Colorado's international business community.

This month, we'll meet at Moodswing to enjoy light appetizers, drinks, and meaningful conversations while connecting with professionals engaged in international business.

Build new connections, exchange ideas, and expand your international business network with WTCD members and the global business community.

Members: Free | Non-Members: $30

Register here: https://buff.ly/oXuIE3A

A new chapter begins at World Trade Center Denver. 🌎

We are pleased to welcome Stephanie Garnica as WTC Denver’s new Chief Executive Officer.

Stephanie brings more than two decades of experience in international business, economic development and diplomacy, along with a deep understanding of Colorado’s global business community.

She previously served as WTC Denver’s Director of Business Development and most recently led international strategy and global engagement efforts for the City and County of Denver.

We’re excited to welcome Stephanie back to WTC Denver as we continue connecting Colorado to opportunities around the world.

Welcome, Stephanie!

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Read the full announcement: https://buff.ly/cmRA0qu

HONORING A LEGACY. BUILDING COLORADO’S GLOBAL FUTURE.

This year’s Annual Gathering 2026 will celebrate the remarkable 16-year leadership of President & CEO Karen Gerwitz and the lasting impact of her vision on World Trade Center Denver.

As we celebrate the journey, we’re also looking ahead.

The Rocky Mountain World Trade Institute Endowment Fund helps carry that legacy forward, supporting the connections, knowledge, and programs that strengthen Colorado’s global business community.

Celebrate the legacy. Be part of what’s next.

📅 October 6, 2026
📍 Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Register here: https://buff.ly/ysWkIC6

FEATURED SPEAKER | What’s Ahead for the Global Economy?

Get a forward-looking perspective on the forces shaping the global economy — and what they could mean for your business in 2027.

Join us at Annual Gathering 2026 for Brian Lewandowski, Executive Director of the Business Research Division at the University of Colorado Boulder, as he presents “Global Economic Outlook: Looking Ahead to 2027.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what’s next and connect with fellow business and international trade leaders.

Register today: https://buff.ly/abInwhU

Welcome to Denver, Global Landing Pad!

World Trade Center Denver is proud to partner with the Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) on the Denver Global Landing Pad—helping international companies connect with Denver’s business community, explore opportunities, and build meaningful relationships as they enter the U.S. market.

We were excited to co-host this year’s Global Landing Pad cohort and welcome this talented group of international businesses to Denver. It was a great opportunity to make connections, share insights, and showcase what makes our region such a dynamic place to do business.

We’re excited to see where these companies go next and look forward to supporting their continued connections to Denver and Colorado.

Welcome to Denver—we’re glad you’re here!

GO GLOBAL 🌎

Colorado Startup Week is back September 14–18, bringing together 10,000+ entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, and changemakers for a free week of learning, connection, and opportunity.

This year, World Trade Center Denver is highlighting a series of sessions focused on the global side of entrepreneurship — from international founders and cross-border business to investment, intellectual property, emerging technology, and global market expansion.

10 featured sessions. 3 days. 2 cities. One global perspective.

Sept. 14–18, 2026 | Denver + Boulder | Free & open to all
Registration required

Explore the sessions and find your opportunity to connect, learn, and go global.

See the full schedule: www.costartupweek.com