A Season of Gratitude and Giving | | |
Dear Colleagues,
Thanksgiving is almost here. While most of us have much to be grateful for, millions of people around the world struggle. Americans are very generous, to the point where donors are inundated with accounts of hurricanes, earthquakes, fires and medical emergencies. They receive repeated alerts and requests for financial assistance, including requests from political candidates. Donor fatigue can set in, making people reluctant to give.
I was recently interviewed by Anitra Johnson at Delaware’s News Journal, a Gannett publication, about the best ways to respond to the Jamaica hurricane relief. While I specifically addressed Jamaica, my remarks apply to any request, overseas or in the United States. Read the full article here.
Cash donations are always best. Money is fungible and can purchase supplies and equipment in bulk, often at much cheaper prices than individual donations. Food, medical supplies, generators, water treatment equipment or telecommunications gear and other supplies might be purchased locally without waiting for overseas supplies to arrive. Cash donations can be used to hire local staff, many of whom have lost their jobs, homes and possessions, or to purchase sea or air transportation for supplies. Highly trained crews are needed on site to restore power and telecommunications, water treatment and sanitation, or rebuild hospitals or roads to replace those destroyed by disasters. Airlines allow travelers to donate miles for relief personnel.
If you want to help, ensure the charity you choose is legitimate. Unfortunately, unscrupulous people are taking advantage of this tragedy. Protect yourself against scams at charitynavigator.org.
WTC Delaware collects donations for the Food Bank of Delaware. We accept contributions of goods and money at our events. Go to the Food Bank’s shopping list or its Amazon Wish List.
Our next event is the celebration of the ninth edition of International Delaware™ on December 11 at the WTC Delaware offices in New Castle. I have announced my retirement from World Trade Center Delaware on December 31 because I am getting married and will spend much of my time overseas. I have told the board that I will be available to help new leadership with the transition until June 30, 2026. Please attend our magazine celebration. I would love to say farewell to you.
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Our premier partner, Port to Port International, is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Site Operations Supervisor to lead daily logistics and yard operations at its Delaware site. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, hands-on environment overseeing container operations, vendor coordination, and team leadership.
Position Highlights:
- Location: Delaware
- Department: Operations / Logistics
- Full-time, salaried position
- Minimum 3 years of logistics or operations experience required
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required
- Experience with container handling, inventory control, and port logistics preferred
Why Join Port to Port International?
Port to Port is a respected international logistics company with offices in Delaware, Florida, Texas, and Central America. Their commitment to teamwork, safety, and innovation has made them a trusted leader in the industry.
Applications and inquiries may be sent to:
Max Corleto Operations Manager, Port to Port International
Email: Max.Corleto@ptpshipping.com
Learn More: web.wtcde.org/atlas/articles/14899
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The South Jersey Port Corporation is seeking a qualified professional to serve as its executive director and chief executive officer. SJPC is a state agency that builds, maintains and operates marine terminals in the South Jersey Port District to create economic opportunities and strengthen the region’s intermodal transportation system.
The executive director and CEO is responsible for directing all business operations to provide the maximum return on invested capital; setting current and long-term objectives, plans and policies related to real estate and economic development, financing, port operations and public administration under the oversight of the board of directors; and representing the agency to major customers, the financial community, the public and state officials. The CEO will foster a culture of leadership, innovation and empowerment among staff. Key responsibilities include overseeing sales and marketing, external affairs, maintenance and port operations, with a focus on customer relations and sales.
Download the full job description and announcement.
| | Thriving Amid Tariffs and Supply Chain Disruptions | | Happy Thanksgiving from WTC Delaware | | Support Seafarers This Holiday Season | | U.S. Suspends Section 301 Actions as Talks With China Advance | | |
On Nov. 9, 2025, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced it will suspend for one year the responsive actions in its Section 301 Investigation into China’s targeting of the maritime, logistics and shipbuilding sectors. The suspension begins Nov. 10, 2025, and follows a recent trade and economic deal between the United States and China. While the actions are suspended, the U.S. will continue negotiating with China and work with key allies and partners to revitalize American shipbuilding.
Read the full article here.
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The Export-Import Bank of the United States is the nation’s official export credit agency. Its mission is to support American jobs, strengthen economic growth and help U.S. companies compete in global markets.
EXIM provides export financing, including credit insurance, working capital guarantees and direct loans when private lenders are unable to meet exporters’ needs.
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November 18, 2025
Creating Resilience and Sustainability in Global Supply Chains: Navigating Tariffs and Disruptions, Webinar; District Exports Councils
November 18-21, 2025
Formnext 2025, Frankfurt, Germany; U.S. Commercial Service
November 29, 2025
Certificate Course in Export Documentation and Procedures: Part 1, Webinar; World Trade Center Mumbai
December 1-5, 2025
Southern Cone Energy Technologies Trade Mission, Chile, Argentina & Uruguay; International Trade Administration, U.S. Commercial Service & IMPACT
December 3, 2025
Maryland State of the Ports & Global Favor Showcase, Baltimore, MD; World Trade Center Institute
December 6, 2025
Certificate Course in Export Documentation and Procedures: Part 2, Webinar; World Trade Center Mumbai
December 7-15, 2025
U.S. Cybersecurity Trade Mission to the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Qatar; International Trade Administration
December 8, 2025
WITA's Trade and Tech Summit, Washington, D.C. and Virtual; Washington International Trade Association
December 9, 2025
12th Annual Winternational Embassy Showcase, Washington, D.C.; World Trade Center Washington D.C.
December 10, 2025
Annual Taste of Delaware, Washington, D.C.; Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
December 13, 2025
Certificate Course in Export Documentation and Procedures: Part 3, Webinar; World Trade Center Mumbai
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