Lexington Office

333 West Vine St.
1600 World Trade Cntr
Lexington, KY 40507
859-258-3139
Fax: 859-233-0658
admin@kwtc.org

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Louisville Office

224 South Second St.
Louisville, KY 40202
502-574-2400
Fax: 502-574-1585
kwtc@louisvilleky.gov

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KWTC Membership

For a list of current KWTC Members, Click Here

Kentucky World Trade Center members come from all areas of the state and surrounding regions. They include manufacturers, service industries, wholesalers/distributors, trading companies, universities, trade promotion agencies, and range from one-person firms to large multinational corporations.

KWTC Membership Levels and Benefits

Click on the links below to learn more about KWTC's membership levels:

Benefits and Services available for all Member Levels (except students) - (PDF format)

 

Membership Application Packet

Contact

To speak with a representative about membership with the KWTC, or to receive a packet of information, please contact:

Louisville Office
Kentucky World Trade Center
224 S. Second Street
Louisville, KY
Phone: 502-574-2400
E-Mail: kwtc@louisvilleky.gov

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Lexington Office
1600 World Trade Center
333 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: 859-258-3139
Toll free: 800-233-5982
E-Mail: admin@kwtc.org

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World-Class Meeting Space

KWTC Members have access to our conference room or meeting facilities free of charge, based on availability. Conference table seats 8-10; assembly room holds 33-100. To reserve any meeting space, please contact Susan Cook at 502-574-2400 or susan.cook@louisvilleky.gov.

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KWTC Sustaining Membership

 

The KWTC Sustaining Membership = $20,000

As a Sustaining Level Member, companies receive top recognition and priority access mostly year-round as a Sustaining Sponsor. Sustaining Member benefits also include:

  • Two free trade mission participations (airfare and hotel not included) (Valued at $6,000)
  • 40 hours complimentary counseling and research on: Export, import, and foreign investment (Valued at $2,000), International industry, market, and qualified customer, distributor and supplier research (Valued at $2,000)
  • Priority in referral and matchmaking inquiries received by KWTC asking about US products and services
  • Private meetings and hosting opportunities with visiting dignitaries
  • Advice and assistance on government relations, including contacting executive and legislative officials, on trade and investment issues
  • First right-of–refusal on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade mission opportunities
  • Use of the KWTC logo on your company’s documents and presentations with prior approval from KWTC
  • Your company’s marketing and promotional materials available for distribution in all KWTC offices in Lexington, Louisville and Murray
  • Your company’s name highlighted at all KWTC events
  • Listing of your company’s logo and website link on KWTC website
  • Annual meeting with KWTC chair and executive staff to discuss KWTC policy
  • Use of KWTC board or conference rooms on a scheduled basis in Lexington, Louisville and Murray offices
  • WTCA membership cards for 12 individuals providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity membership in all worldwide WTC’s
  • Two memorial cobblestones with company and KWTC name to be placed at the National September 11 Memorial Plaza and Museum
  • KWTC/WTCA membership plaque for office display
  • 12 free KWTC On-line Trade Certification Program courses (Expected Launch Summer 2008; Valued at $7,500)
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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KWTC Global Membership

 

The KWTC Global Membership = $10,000

As a Global Level Member, companies receive priority recognition and access in addition to ongoing, year-long promotional benefits of most KWTC events and programs. Global Member benefits also include:

  • One free trade mission participation (airfare and hotel not included) (Valued at $3,000)
  • 20 hours complimentary counseling and research on: Export, import, and foreign investment (Valued at $1,000), International industry, market, and qualified customer, distributor and supplier research (Valued at $1,000)
  • Priority in referral and matchmaking inquiries received by KWTC asking about US products and services
  • First right-of-refusal on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade mission opportunities
  • Use of the KWTC logo on your company’s documents and presentations with prior approval from KWTC
  • Your company’s marketing and promotional materials available for distribution in all KWTC offices in Lexington, Louisville and Murray
  • Your company’s name highlighted at all KWTC events
  • Listing of your company’s logo and website link on KWTC website
  • Annual meeting with KWTC chair and executive staff to discuss KWTC policy
  • Use of KWTC board or conference rooms on a scheduled basis in Lexington, Louisville and Murray offices
  • WTCA membership cards for 6 individuals providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity membership in all worldwide WTC's
  • One memorial cobblestone with company and KWTC name to be placed at the National September 11 Memorial Plaza and Museum
  • KWTC/WTCA membership plaque for office display
  • 6 free KWTC On-line Trade Certification Program courses (Expected launch Summer 2008; Valued at $3,750
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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KWTC Multi-National Membership

 

The KWTC Multi-National Membership = $5,000

As a Multi-National Level Member, companies enjoy priority access and receive ongoing, year-long promotional benefits of most KWTC events and programs. Multi-National Member benefits also include:

  • 15 hours complimentary counseling and research on: Export, import, and foreign investment (Valued at $750), International industry, market, and qualified customer, distributor and supplier research (Valued at $750)
  • Priority in referral and matchmaking inquiries received by KWTC asking about US products and services
  • First right-of-refusal on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade mission opportunities
  • Use of the KWTC logo on your company’s documents and presentations with prior approval from KWTC
  • Your company’s marketing and promotional materials available for distribution in all KWTC offices in Lexington, Louisville and Murray
  • Your company’s name highlighted at all KWTC events
  • Listing of your company’s logo and website link on KWTC website
  • Annual meeting with KWTC chair and executive staff to discuss KWTC policy
  • Use of KWTC board or conference rooms on a scheduled basis in Lexington, Louisville and Murray offices
  • WTCA membership cards for 4 individuals providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity membership in all worldwide WTC’s
  • One memorial cobblestone with company and KWTC name to be placed at the National September 11 Memorial Plaza and Museum
  • KWTC/WTCA membership plaque for office display
  • 4 free KWTC On-line Trade Certification Program courses (Expected launch Summer 2008; Valued at $2,500)
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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KWTC Association Membership

 

The KWTC Association Membership = $2,500

The KWTC Association Membership program allows large organizations to become a member of KWTC as well as all of their members who receive discounts on KWTC services and seminar registration fees.

  • Partnership between KWTC and chambers of commerce or other business associations, providing reciprocal membership
  • Association’s members gain access to KWTC research services, import/export training, newsletters & numerous networking opportunities
  • Collaborative efforts for international programs and educational seminars
  • Customized sponsorships and outreach programs for networking & building membership

 
Below is a list of our Association Members
Click on the links below to view a list of their current members:

Greater Louisville, Inc.

Kentucky Community & Technical College System

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KWTC Continental Membership

 

The KWTC Continental Membership = $2,000

As a Continental Level Member, companies enjoy ongoing, year-long promotional benefits of most KWTC events and programs. Continental Member benefits also include:

  • 12 hours complimentary counseling and research on: Export, import, and foreign investment (Valued at $600), International industry, market, and qualified customer, distributor and supplier research (Valued at $600)
  • Priority in referral and matchmaking inquiries received by KWTC asking about US products and services
  • Opportunities on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade missions
  • Use of the KWTC logo on your company’s documents and presentations with prior approval from KWTC
  • Listing of your company’s logo and website link on KWTC website
  • Use of KWTC board or conference rooms on a scheduled basis in Lexington, Louisville and Murray offices
  • WTCA membership cards for 3 individuals providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity in all worldwide WTC’s
  • KWTC/WTCA membership certificate for office display
  • 2 free KWTC On-line Trade Certification Program courses (Expected launch Summer 2008; Valued at $1,250)
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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KWTC Corporate Membership

 
The KWTC Corporate Membership

Small Business (1-100 Employees):                 $475
Medium Business (101-500 Employees):          $675
Large Business (Over 500 Employees):            $875

As a Corporate Member, companies enjoy ongoing, year-long promotional benefits of most KWTC events and programs. Corporate Member benefits also include:

  • 10 hours complimentary counseling and research on: Export, import, and foreign investment (Valued at $500), International industry, market, and qualified customer, distributor and supplier research (Valued at $500)
  • Referral and matchmaking for inquiries received by KWTC asking about US products and services
  • Opportunities on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade missions
  • Use of KWTC board or conference rooms on a scheduled basis in Lexington, Louisville and Murray offices
  • WTCA membership cards for 2 individuals providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity membership in all worldwide WTC’s
  • KWTC/WTCA membership sticker for office display
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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KWTC Non-Profit Membership

 

The KWTC Non-Profit Membership = $275

  • Opportunities on most KWTC promotional sponsorship and trade missions
  • Listing of your company’s logo and website link on KWTC website
  • WTCA membership card for 1 individual providing WTCA On-Line Access and reciprocity membership in all worldwide WTC’s.
  • KWTC/WTCA membership sticker for office display
  • Summary of additional benefits that each member level receives (click here)

 

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