Episode 14:  Today, Dr. Omar Ayyash, President and CEO of the World Trade Center Kentucky interviews Mona Musa, Director of US Commercial Service in Louisville, Kentucky.  She's also an active member of the Board of Directors for the WTCKY.  They'll discuss opportunities available for small and medium-size businesses to collaborate with the US Commercial Service to enter and grow in the global trade environment.

Meet Mona Musa

As the Director of the US Commercial Service in Louisville, she and a team of 3 other trade specialists have responsibility for all of Kentucky.  Their primary objective is to help small and medium -size businesses to export.  Her team works in conjunction with the US embassies and consulates around the world.  Mona's been working in this area for the past 20 years.  Prior to assuming the role of Office Director, she was a Senior Trade Specialist. 

Omar comments on how the World Trade Center Kentucky works well with other organizations to benefit Kentucky companies.  The International Trade Certification program from the WTCKY involves presenters from a variety of roles who teach participants about various facets of international trade.  The Global Executive Forum is another event designed to share perspectives and experience related to global business.

To Contact Mona Musa:

Email:  Mona.Musa@Trade.Gov

Website: https://www.trade.gov/louisville-contact-us

Upcoming WTCKY EVENTS:

·      08/22/24 – Trade Chat:  EU Calling! (Video Discussion)

·      10/12/24 – Global Trade Mission 2004 – Dubai, UAE

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