Washington D.C. – The National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC) Foundation this week will honor House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, Deputy United States Trade Representative Rick Switzer, and Senator Tim Kaine at its annual dinner on March 18.
“This year’s awardees are true champions of U.S. industry. They have stood up for American companies, fought against discriminatory policies abroad, and helped shape the landscape to enable the United States to compete internationally and support American jobs,” said Jake Colvin, President of the NFTC. “At a time of rapid policy change, we are grateful to Chairman Smith, Ambassador Switzer, and Senator Kaine for their steadfast commitment to the success of American businesses of all sizes.”
This year, Chairman Jason Smith will be awarded the International Tax Award, Ambassador Switzer with the Trade Leadership for the Digital Age Award, and Senator Kaine with the World Trade Award.
The dinner will also feature remarks from the NFTC Foundation’s President, Ambassador Demetrios Marantis, NFTC’s Board Chair Ambassador Susan Schwab, and Colvin.
The NFTC Foundation’s World Trade Dinner is a valued tradition in Washington D.C. Past speakers and honorees have included Members of Congress and cabinet officials, CEO’s, thought leaders, and heads of state.
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