Member Testimonials

“The World Trade Center San Diego has materially benefited our company’s top line through its trade missions, educational seminars and events. Its well-orchestrated networking events, attended by leaders in the San Diego international business community and public sector have provided key contacts to both improve and promote our business. We consider the WTCSD to be the best-connected organization in the region and worthy of our continuing support.”

Bruce W. Hueners

President

Palomar Technologies

"Due to my work in the global arena as a cross-cultural consultant, I am a member of almost every significant organization in San Diego (and beyond) that concerns itself with cross-border issues. WTC is unique in that it is truly invested in the professional growth and well-being of its members, from the largest to smallest member. As a sole proprietor, I need to evaluate the expenditure of membership fees with some attention. My membership with WTC is among the best choices I have made, in that regard, to date."

Denise Pirrotti Hummel

Director & Founder

Universal Consensus

"The Global Change Agent"

"I keep my membership current because Steve and his team work so hard to promote local San Diego business...I support them financially. They do an outstanding job."

Michael R. Doerr

President

Air2Air Corporation

"I want to take this opportunity...to congratulate everyone in the WTC on the achievements of the last 2-3 years. You have substantially expanded your range of activities, involvement in the various areas of the county, and providing much needed services to importers and exporters in San Diego. I know much of this has been accomplished under your tenure as president, and the efforts of the great team you have at the WTC."

Nancy Ferreira

Executive Vice President & Manager

Pacific Western Bank

"We look to the World Trade Center for global expertise and opportunities to increase international convention and trade show business. During the organization's 'China Mission Tour', we successfully partnered with the organization to promote San Diego as a leading business destination and the Convention Center as a premiere convention facility."

Carol Wallace
President & CEO
San Diego Convention Center Corporation


"WTC is a valuable partner to the Airport Authority and our mission. In partnering with WTC, the Airport Authority has been able to access a breadth of international trade knowledge and staff resources that have significantly enhanced our international air service development and community outreach efforts."

Thella F. Bowens
President/CEO
San Diego International Airport


"The association between Dole and WTC has been and continues to be an enormous asset. Last year Dole's corporate relations department contacted WTC's staff for assistance with the CAFTA legislation and was extremely impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. It's a tribute that on several occasions since, corporate continues to call on WTC for their needs."

Barrett A. Jung
General Manager- West Coast
Dole Fresh Fruit Company