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OWIT International Newsletter

February 2024

In This Edition

A Message from Our President

OWIT Blog

OWIT Executive Committee

OWIT Volunteers

Upcoming Events

Past Events

OWIT Sponsors

OWIT International Contact

A Message From

Our President

Dear members and all, 


In celebration of Valentine's Day and month, an opportunity not just for personal celebration but also for reflecting on the essence that binds our professional lives: meaningful business relationships. Within the sphere of Organization Women International Trade, these connections stand as the pillars supporting our collective success. 

Healthy and robust business relationships mirror the qualities we associate with Valentine's Day - commitment, appreciation, and ongoing engagement. It's important that, as professionals, we foster an environment that values these tenets, creating a strong network that thrives on unwavering support and shared aspirations. 


Such relationships in trade are grounded in understanding the diverse skill sets and perspectives that each member brings to the table. Encouraging dialogue, celebrating each victory, however small, and working together towards common goals, forms the backbone of an enriching collaborative experience. 


In wrapping up, we can draw parallels between the heartfelt exchange of Valentine's Day and the exchange of ideas, resources, and encouragement that define our professional interactions. Let us dedicate ourselves to nurturing these bonds, as they are indeed the lifeline of a dynamic and prospering international trade community. 

Embracing these principles will undoubtedly pave the way for a future graced with unity, prosperity, and transformative achievements.


With Warm Regards,


Hulya Kurt

President, Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT)

OWIT Blog

Networking: A Global Catalyst for Innovation


Author: Joyce Bitutu, Secretary of OWIT International and the Chief Innovation Officer of BITMAR GE

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2024 OWIT International 

Executive Committee

OWIT International is governed by a Board of Directors and an Executive Committee. The OWIT International Board of Directors is the organization’s primary decision-making body and is comprised of a representative from each OWIT chapter.

OWIT International Executive Committee/Officers are elected by the OWIT Board and serve a term of two years. Please reach out to the EC Team on: owit.org/leadership-2/ EC Candidates for positions on the 2024-2025 Executive Committee.



Virtual Membership Representative, 

Sydonie Neysmith

2024-2025 OWIT International 

Volunteers (OWITIVs)

Biata Lysenko, OWIT IV, 

Presidency & Secretary Department

Bio: “I’m Biata, an international Business Administration student in Geneva. In OWIT my position is Assistant secretary. In my view, OWIT International has a vital role to bring a new vision from young people, and support women all over the world despite differences.”

Beryl Njeri Olubandwa, OWIT IV, 

Presidency & Secretary Department

Bio: Beryl is a multilateral trade research consultant and author of trade journals with international publications. At OWIT International, I contribute to international business intelligence and trade data. In my view, “OWIT International can benefit global members with a detailed focus on international market entry intelligence, trade-in services, economic integration, and micro and macro environment investment analysis.”

Upcoming Events

Open Mic with Hulya Kurt

February 27 | Virtual

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Partner Event

UN Women: Private Sector Pioneers

Thursdays | Virtual

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Partner Event

Trade Winds

May 13-15, 2024 | Istanbul, Türkiye

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Partner Event

UN Women: Private Sector Pioneers

February 27 | Virtual

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Partner Event

EmpowerAsia - 

Coupang Coffee Chat

February 20 | Virtual

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OWIT Brussels

OWIT Academy

Every last Sunday of the month

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Chapter Spotlight

2024 Schedule TBD

Virtual

OWIT International 

Spring Retreat

2024 Schedule TBD

May 17 & 18 | OWIT Brussels

OWIT Past Events

OWIT Toronto

Happy New Year - From all of us at the Organization of Women in International Trade – Toronto (OWIT-Toronto), thank you for your engagement and support in 2023. We look forward to continuing to work in partnership with you throughout 2024! Save the date for our upcoming Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Watch for an invitation coming soon.


We acknowledge outgoing Board members, Priti Ruparel, VP Membership, and Aliaa AlSafarjlani, VP Events, for their dedicated service. A heartfelt thank you!


With every good wish to you for a successful and prosperous new year. 


Sincerely,  

Your OWIT-Toronto Board of Directors

OWIT Ghana

The one-day trade seminar organized by the Organization of Women in International Trade, Ghana Chapter (OWIT Ghana) in collaboration with Women of Value Southern Africa (WOVSA) and with full support from the Organization of Women in International Trade, Orange County Chapter, California, United States (WITOC) and Economic Development Collaborative Small Business Development Center California, United States (EDC SBDC) with the theme "Expanding Global Markets with the United States through Technology and Trade".

Becoming an OWIT Sponsor

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to supporting the global economic empowerment of women through

the benefits of global trade and business.

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