| LILLE -- WTC Lille hosted its annual general assembly June 21, attracting more than 80 of the WTC’s 110 members. WTC Membership Manager Estelle Leclercq reviewed some highlights of the 32 international events organized in 2009. These included meetings to brief members and local companies on important topics, as well as business club meetings aimed at sharing experiences and practices.
WTC General Manager Jérôme Toulemonde stressed the importance of the international WTC network, citing for example the visit of a WTC Changzhou delegation interested in textile and automotive industries and a visit by WTC Malmö representatives dealing with green buildings. He also described recent changes in the management of the WTCA.
| WTC Lille President Patrick Van Den Schrieck addressed the group on the role of WTC Lille and international organisations affiliated with the WTC to develop a strong and active network to increase global trade.
The Assembly was followed by a presentation and discussion on international trade for SME’s in a crisis, including financial and trade issues. Featured speakers were Mr. Denis Beau of Banque de France and Mr. Jean Jacques Grunspan of Brochot Industries. |
