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• Tapping Into Trade-Part 2: Trade Logistics

  • When
    Thursday, February 19, 2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Hallmark, 2505 Gillham, Kansas City, MO 64108

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  Trade Logistics – Part 2: The “HOW”

  In Part 1, you learned when and where to go international, now you are ready to learn more about that next step! How do I get my product(s) to and from the bustling hub of Kansas City? 

  The core of the seminar features an overview of the tool needed to get your products where they need to be.

  • What is a freight forwarder and how can they help me?
  • What are Incoterms, why do they matter, and how do I figure out the correct one(s)?
  • What are some common shipping roadblocks, and how do you navigate them effectively.

  Participants will gain the knowledge and resources to pinpoint how to ship their goods to markets worldwide!

  Event in In-Person or Online. Free to All ITC Members and $15 to non-members. Join today to save all year long!

  
  

  Thursday, February 19, 2026

  10:00 AM
  

  (Room 8B-M3-43-E Connections A)

  Hallmark Corporate Entrance

  2505 Gillham Rd 

  Kansas City, MO 64108

  
  

  Security and check in:

  Hallmark has restricted visitor access. We will meet attendees at the check-in desk.  You should receive a visitor invite via email from Hallmark no-reply@envoy.com 

  Please fill out at least 24 hours in advance of event. Security will have your names in the system. If you do not receive this email within a day of registering, please contact office@itcgkc.org 

  
  

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  Our Expert:

  
  

  
  

  Jay Devers 

  President and Managing Partner

  Bestway International 

  
  

  Jay Devers is a graduate of the Northwest Missouri State University, with BS in International Business.   He is President and Managing Partner of Bestway International, Inc., Kansas City, Missouri.   

  Devers is a past director and executive committee member of the International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, board member of World Trade Center Kansas City, and is active with the World Trade Council of Wichita, Kansas, and the Kansas International Trade Coordinating Council.  He is the 2019 Legacy of Service Award Honoree of the International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City.  In 2024, Devers was appointed by the US Department of Commerce to the Mid-America District Export Council (MADEC) to represent the Kansas and Western Missouri international trade community for a 4-year term ending in December 2028. 

  Founded in 1988, Bestway is a US Customs broker and international freight forwarder, based in Kansas City, Missouri.    In 2017, Bestway International was presented the President’s “E-Award” for Export Service, the highest recognition any U.S. company can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports.

  
  

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• 11th Annual Women In International Business Event

  • When
    Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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    5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    KC Chamber Board Room, 30 West Pershing Road, Suite 301, Kansas City, MO 64108-2423

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  11th Annual Women in International Business

  The International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City invites you to an evening that celebrates bold leadership, global vision, and the women shaping what’s next.

  This is more than a networking event—it’s a night of powerful connection, real stories, and inspiration from women who have broken barriers and built bridges across industries and borders. Tickets are limited, and this event sells out every year.

  An Evening with Former Kansas City Mayor Kay Barnes

  Join us for a cocktail hour and buffet dinner, followed by an unforgettable keynote from Kay Barnes, the first woman to serve as Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri—and one of the most influential leaders in the city’s modern history.

  Kay Barnes didn’t just make history; she reshaped it. From transforming downtown Kansas City with the Power & Light District and what is now the T-Mobile Center, to putting Kansas City on the global map through the creation of the Office of International Affairs, her leadership changed how the world sees our city.

  But her journey wasn’t without obstacles.

  At this year’s Women in International Business event, Kay will share the real story—the hard-earned victories, the setbacks, and the determination it took to lead, to innovate, and to thrive in spaces where women were often told “no.” Her story is one of resilience, courage, and vision—and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

  Come for the connections.
  Stay for the inspiration.
  Leave energized to lead.

  Event Details

  Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
  Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

  Any Dietary Restrictions, please email office@itcgkc.org

  Location: Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
  Address: 30 West Pershing Road, Suite 301
  Kansas City, MO 64108-2423

  Doors open: 5:00 PM

  Parking: Park in the garage adjacent to Union Station. Please bring your parking ticket in for validation.

  Keynote Speaker: Kay Barnes (Click for full bio)

  

  Kay Waldo Barnes is a trailblazing civic leader whose career proves what’s possible when vision meets action. As Kansas City’s first woman mayor, she helped spark more than $6 billion in public and private investment, transforming the city’s downtown and redefining its future through bold public-private partnerships. A nationally recognized speaker and Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, Kay draws on decades of leadership at the intersection of government, business, and community. Today, as Senior Director for University Engagement at Park University, she continues to challenge leaders to think bigger, collaborate smarter, and lead with purpose. Audiences leave inspired—and equipped—with real-world lessons from someone who has turned ambitious ideas into lasting impact.
  

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• Resume + LinkedIn Workshop

  • When
    Wednesday, March 25, 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Resume + LinkedIn Workshop 

  
  

  Ready to level up your resume and LinkedIn?
  Join our Resume + LinkedIn Workshop with professional branding Expert Jeannie Hodes and learn how to position yourself with clarity and confidence—whether you’re applying for internships, your first full-time role, or making an early-career move.

  
  

  You’ll walk away with:

  • Tips for creating a resume that’s sharper, stronger, and easier for recruiters to scan

  • LinkedIn profile upgrades that actually attract opportunities

  • Bullet-writing formulas that capture readers' (and ATS systems') attentions 

  • A clear strategy for tailoring applications without starting from scratch

  • Practical networking and outreach tips that feel authentic

  Want a chance to be featured? Submit your resume in advance for the opportunity to be selected for a professional polish, which will be shared during the session as a learning example for the group. Email your resume to office@itcgkc.org 

  Free to all Current ITC members! Only $15 to any non-member.

  
  

  Date: Wednesday, March 25th 

  Time: 12:00-1:00 PM 

  Place: Virtual

  
  

  Our Expert:

  

  Jeannie Hodes: is Director of Transition Support at MyNextSeason, where she partners with advisors to help senior executives clarify what they want next—and ensure their experience is positioned for the opportunities ahead. She has supported numerous Fortune 100 clients exploring a range of next-season paths, including board service, nonprofit engagement, consulting, or full-time leadership roles. Jeannie leads a team of writers responsible for developing compelling resumes, biographies, and LinkedIn profiles that translate each leader’s experience into a clear, credible narrative aligned to the roles they want most.

  A former television news reporter, Jeannie blends her engaging interviewing skills and attentive writing style to help clients rebrand themselves with professional materials that inspire confidence. Before joining MyNextSeason, she co-hosted a political interview program for Spectrum, managed a capitol news bureau in Trenton, New Jersey, and reported for news stations in Fort Myers, Florida and Topeka, Kansas.

  Jeannie also serves as a Breakthrough T1D Community Outreach Volunteer, supporting families and their children who are recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. She is a graduate of the University of Kansas and lives in Overland Park, Kansas, with her husband and two children. 

  
  

  
  

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• Clear the Clutter!

  • When
    Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Blessings Abound Thrift Store, 10325 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

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  Clear the Clutter! Give Back Together
  Growing Global Connections, Giving Local Impact

  The Next Generation Committee invites you to join us for a special service event that brings our international trade community together to make a difference right here at home. This event is open to all—members, guests, friends, and anyone who wants to give back.

  Tuesday, April 28, 2026
  4:00 – 6:00 PM
  Blessings Abound Thrift Store
  10325 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

  Together, we’ll roll up our sleeves to sort and organize donations, helping ensure that items reach individuals and families who need them most. It’s also the perfect opportunity to bring your own donations after spring cleaning—giving your goods a second life while giving your time to a great cause.

  Bring your energy, your donations, and your community spirit—we’ll provide the impact, the connections, and the opportunity to serve together.

  ✨ At ITC, we think globally—and act locally. Join us as we strengthen our community and show how global-minded professionals can create meaningful change close to home.

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