WITA’s signature summer event, the Annual Membership Dinner attracts hundreds of top decision makers, policy shapers, and trade experts from D.C. and around the world.
The Washington International Trade Conference brings together leaders in international trade from across the U.S. and around the world to explore the trade landscape and look toward the future of trade.
WITA International will be at the World Trade Organization’s 2026 Public Forum being held on September 15, 16 and 17 in Geneva, Switzerland.
For more than a decade, WITA’s Intensive Trade Seminar (ITS) has been a cornerstone program, educating government officials, private sector professionals, and the public on how to navigate the Washington and international trade policy landscape.
WITA launched its USMCA Review Series, bringing together leading voices in trade policy to analyze the review process, address unresolved issues, and propose solutions for the agreement’s future. events.
This half-day Summit highlights how trade and technology conversations are shifting as governments engage on issues like digital regulations, digital taxation, and AI governance.
Regionally focused webinars originating outside of Washington, DC. Through these programs, WITA International brings on-the-ground perspectives to inform U.S. and global trade discussions.
Our receptions bring together professionals representing governments, business, law firms, consultancies, international organizations, think tanks, academia, and the diplomatic community.
Connecting global trade officials with Washington’s policy community through expert dialogue and networking.
The WITA Academy partners with universities and trade professionals worldwide to connect students with career opportunities in international trade, building a pipeline of next-generation trade policy talent.
WITA Academy’s Trade and Law Series connects law students and undergraduates with law firms and trade professionals to explore careers in international trade law, through free events at law schools, universities, and sponsor locations nationwide.
WITA’s network for trade professionals under 40, offering events, mentorship, and career development in the trade policy community.
Join a global community of trade professionals with access to exclusive events, networking, and resources shaping international trade policy.
Gain visibility with key decision-makers across policy, business, and academia through high-profile events and year-round digital engagement opportunities.
WITA is a non-profit, non-partisan organization and the world’s premier trade forum, serving as a central hub connecting trade professionals across the United States and around the world through open, robust discussion of international trade policy.
The Washington International Trade Foundation (WITF) is a 501(c)3 charitable organization supporting WITA’s educational mission, with its own Board of Directors and bylaws, managed by WITA staff.
Meet the organizations powering WITA’s mission and explore our 2026 sponsors across the Annual Dinner, Washington International Trade Conference, and more.
Explore internship, fellowship, and sponsorship opportunities to join or support WITA’s trade policy community
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