Membership

Build Your Business With Us

We engage and positively impact our members by strengthening your business network, advocating on behalf of the business community, cultivating the next generation of leaders and providing ongoing support for you.

Whether you’re new to the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT) or interested in expanding your involvement in the business sector, the Council welcomes you. Join us as we continue to build global council into a world-class community and center of business excellence.

Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT) is an organisation based in India, South Africa, USA, UAE, EU and the United Kingdom with board & council member representation across the world.

GCPIT helps members connect to ideal customers, partners, investors and resources across metros and borders. Our global team accelerates growth and reduces the risk of doing cross-metro business, within or beyond country borders.

Our reach extends to over 50+ countries in order to help members grow anywhere and everywhere. We’re the only council operating across geography that focuses on helping members succeed through ‘warm connections’ worldwide.

Membership

The Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT) supports members by providing unique opportunities to connect with the broader business community through our programs and events, enriches members by providing valuable business development resources, and elevates our members by guiding them on the path to success through collaboration and cohesion. Together, we are building powerful global council.

Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade recognizes that the success of all initiatives and goals requires support and engagement from a broad coalition of members, public officials, and community stakeholders. Members can support the GCPIT strategic plan by getting engaged with one of many committees and task forces working on the various components of each strategic goal.

Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade members are encouraged to join a committee and make a difference in your community while you make valuable contacts with other business owners. With dedicated Chairs serving in a leadership capacity, each one does important work in support of the strategic mission of the council. Participation is a great way to broaden your network of contacts and learn about issues that impact you.

An investment in our Council is an investment in our community. Explore the multitude of tools to build your business that the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT) offers!

Belong: Designed for Entrepreneurs and MSMEs looking for connections.

Engage: Built for Businesses Planning to expand and grow and seeking a larger client base.

Build: Created for Businesses to establish themselves as community supporters with additional opportunities for engagement.

Lead: Developed for Businesses seeking to grow and gain greater visibility and influence within the community.

Impact: Ideal for establishing a reputation as a community investor and helping shape the community vision and landscape for area businesses.

How to Apply

Fill in and submit the application form

Please fill in all required fields. This will speed up the process of information processing and moving to the next step

Get follow up from the Council Team

Be ready to provide additional information or references on company’s activities

The applications are submitted to the Board of Directors for consideration

The Board of Directors reviews applications once a month during Board Meeting

Receive an invoice and pay Membership dues

If the application is approved by the Board of Directors a Welcome Letter and invoice for Membership dues will be provided

Welcome to the Council Family

Once an invoice is paid, new members will have an access to all Council membership benefits

If the application is not approved, the applicant will be informed as soon as decision is taken

Growth

Our Economic Development team works hard to bring new business to our members! Annually, we attend conferences around the world to bring new companies to the area and support existing companies in their expansion efforts.

Community

Creating a strong, local economy means creating a quality of life and environment where a growing workforce wants to live, work and play!!

Networking

Build and strengthen your business network. With more than 13000 members and various events each month, there’s something for everyone at the global council.

Learning

Get a competitive edge over non-members with exclusive training opportunities and business resources and toolkits.

Credibility

Raise your reputation through membership. As a member of the global council, you are part of our center of business excellence.

Visibility

Stand out and get noticed as an active member of your community and increase exposure through our publications and directories. Each year, our online member directory provides referrals to member businesses. Annually, the global council publishes a digital community & referral guide, which is provided to visitors to our events, distributed around the country and given to prospective economic development clients.

Talent and Workforce

We attract and retain qualified workers and develop the skills of the County workforce and inspire the next generation of leaders. With programs for every stage of career, we are committed to growing our current workforce.

Learn more about our programs >

We have also developed a community talent portal with the goal of connecting job seekers and talent searchers, as well as providing relocation information to those interested in moving to the area.

Visit the talent portal at Globaljobs4u.com >

Voice

We work to inform, educate and advocate on your behalf! Gain a say in what happens through our council’s advocacy efforts. Throughout the year, we host events to keep our members apprised of legislation that can impact them.

Members receive

We listen. And we are focused on providing high return on investment. Your specific benefits come directly from our global team including Executive Directors, Global Advisors, Deputy Directors, members, events and more.

  • Warm intros to ideal customers
  • Connection to ideal employees, partners
  • Access to trusted advisors everywhere
  • More inflation and supply chain solutions
  • Development of young global leaders
  • Access to VIP experiences, virtual events
  • Celebration of domain, international Summit, Expo & Awards
  • Access to Export Circles and Export League
  • Member discounts and special access to services
  • introduction and engagement with hot opportunities
  • Membership in the “global tribe”

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Join Us! Whether you are a small business owner, an employee in a large national firm, or part of a start-up company, the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade offers targeted benefits, valuable resources, and unparalleled support that will help you and your business gain a competitive advantage and become more successful. Be part of a growing and vibrant global network of businesses who are working together to make the world the best place to live and work.

For more information on how to join or questions about council membership, contact us at +44 7458 1 49312 or contact@gcpit.uk.

Please complete and submit the online membership application>> Click Here

General Membership:

General membership is based on the number of employees of your company. General dues give you (and everyone in your organization) access to exclusive member benefits.

  • Events & Networking – These are great opportunities to meet and network with other council members and increase your visibility.
  • Social Media – Members receive exclusive access to the GCPIT Members Only Linkedin Page/ Group
  • Committee Involvement – Get engaged in our organization in any focus area including community, economic, and/or organizational development.
  • Exclusive Business Referrals & Online Listing – Members benefit from online referrals, annually. Each listing is updated automatically as you update your member profile. Additionally, hundreds of people call and visit the Council office each month and we recommend our members.
  • Event Sponsorships – Members who want to increase their visibility even more can purchase sponsorships for our events throughout the year.
  • Advertising – Members get exclusive access to advertising options with the Council, including the GCPIT Weekly e-newsletter, GCPIT Business magazine and annual Community & Referral Guide.
  • Digital Media Coverage – spotlight about your business across three digital global magazines and web news portals promoted by the council

 

Membership Level and Fees

  • Entrepreneur Level National (0-5 employees) – 300USD/YR
  • Executive Level National (5-50 employees) – 450USD/YR
  • Executive Level Continent (5-50 employees) – 850USD/YR
  • Executive Level Global (5-50 employees) – 1500USD/YR
  • Diplomat Level National (50-500 employees) – 650USD/YR
  • Diplomat Level Continent (50-500 employees) – 1200USD/YR
  • Diplomat Level Global (50-500 employees) – 2100USD/YR
  • Ambassador Level National (Over 500 employees) – 1250USD/YR
  • Ambassador Level Continent (Over 500 employees) – 2500USD/YR
  • Ambassador Level Global (Over 500 employees) – 3750USD/YR
  • National Lifetime Membership (upto 2029) – 1500USD
  • Visionary Level National Membership- 2000USD/YR
  • Visionary Level Continent Membership- 3500USD/YR
  • Visionary Level Global Membership- 5000USD/YR
  • Virtual Cluster Level National Membership – 500USD/YR
  • Virtual Cluster Level Continent Membership – 900USD/YR
  • Virtual Cluster Level Global Membership – 1400USD/YR

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is a group of volunteers who oversee Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade, help to define its mission and support the honorary executive council & professional staff’s efforts to strengthen the economy by extending members’ reach into the community through collaboration, support, education and advocacy.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is made up of Directors who act on behalf of the entire Board of Directors.

Board Development Committee

Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade has adopted a process that determines who should be nominated to join the Board of Directors. Members stand for election every three years and there are term limits. The Board Development Committee oversees this process.

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee is made up of executives who have an interest in the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade’s government advocacy work on behalf of businesses and the economy. It helps to provide direction and supports the Council’s efforts to connect members with elected officials.

Leadership Steering Committee

The Leadership Steering Committee oversees the Council’s leadership program.

Young Professionals Committee

The mission of the Young Professionals Committee is to offer a vertical group the opportunity to build and enhance networking skills through professional socialization and education.

Networking Committee

The Networking Committee plans monthly networking events at venues that will likely draw, develop a structured networking activity at each one & market to our membership regularly. This committee meets the first Tuesday of the month at 10am unless changed by the Chair.

Ambassadors Committee

The Ambassadors Committee is primarily tasked with making connections with and for members, with a particular focus on new members who are learning how to take full advantage of membership.

ESG & CSR Committee

ESG & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee is to create a common platform for CSR and to promote a culture that emphasizes and sets high standards for corporate social responsibility.

Special Events Committee

The mission of the Special Events Committee is to support the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade and to plan & promote special events. Special events include the Annual Membership Meeting (suggest venue and keynote speaker to the Board of Directors) and the Awards Dinner (suggest venue, keynote speaker, award nominees and order award plaques).

Expert Edge Committee

The Expert Edge Committee solicits and reviews proposals for seminars and schedules approved proposals. The goal of this committee is to present seminars that include specific marketing and business management ideas that will help attendees grow their business.

Member 2 Member Committee (M-2-M)

The M-2-M Committee purpose is to drive the growth of member participation in the M-2-M program. The Committee should contact members to encourage participation, monitor the M-2-M group to assure the member offers comply with program requirements and promote the M-2-M program to our members.

Women Business Leaders

This is a forum for personal and professional development & growth for women, with an aim to provide opportunities for development, fostering valuable connections, facilitating women in their business & career growth and connecting on key topics of interest.

Logistics & Supply Chain committee

Logistics & Supply Chain committee focuses on creating a dialogue between companies to understand their supply chain management, development and best practices.

Technology Committee

Technology Committee aims to bring together top companies in the GCPIT business domain pertaining to technology to discuss market trends, best practices, meet experts, site-visits, design & innovate solutions in this time of digital transformation, among others. The committee will also assist & work in close collaboration with GCPIT’s other alliance committees and facilitate direct interactions between global CXOs from the industry and its eco-system.

Global Alliances

Be part of Leadership, High-level advocacy, Research & Development, Media and Publishing, Partnership committee, Steering committee, Government committee,  and Taskforce for global alliances and councils mentioned below

  1. Global Alliance for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (GAWASH)
  2. Global Alliance for Good Health & Well Being (GAGHW)
  3. Global Alliance for Future of Education and Future of Work (GAFEFW)
  4. Global Alliance for the Future of Food and Agriculture (GAFFA)
  5. Global Alliance for Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (GAIII)
  6. Global Alliance for Sustainable Cities and Communities (GASCC)
  7. Global Alliance for Clean Energy and Transportation (GACET)
  8. Global Alliance for Climate Change and Environment (GACCE)
  9. Global Alliance for Sustainable Fashion (GASF)
  10. Global Alliance for Financial Inclusion (GAFI)
  11. Global Alliance for Economic Development (GAED)
  12. Global Alliance for Poverty Eradication (GAPE)
  13. The Great Leaders Council (TGLC)
  14. Global Alliance of Angel Investor and Venture Capital Networks (GAAIVCN)
  15. Global Founders’ Council for Sustainable Development (GFCSD)
  16. Global Parliamentary Alliance for Sustainable Development (GPASD)
  17. Global Workforce Development Council (GWDC)
  18. Global Allinace for Sustainable Media and Publishing (GASMP)
  19. Global Alliance for Peace Justice and Strong Institutions (GAPJSI)
  20. Global Alliance for Sustainable Production and Consumption (GASPC)
  21. Global Council of Private and Public Partnerships for Economic Development (GCPPPED)
  22. Global Alliance for Creative Economy for Sustainable Development (GACESD)
  23. Global Council of Technology and IP Licensing and Acquisitions (GCTIPLA)
  24. Global Council of Digital Equity, Literacy, Safety and Inclusion (GCDELSI)

Join Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade

Join Us! Whether you are a small business owner, an employee in a large national firm, or part of a start-up company, the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade offers targeted benefits, valuable resources, and unparalleled support that will help you and your business gain a competitive advantage and become more successful. Be part of a growing and vibrant global network of businesses who are working together to make the world the best place to live and work.

For more information on how to join or questions about council membership, contact us at +91 94802 95223 or contact@gcpit.org.

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Research and Development

Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade (GCPIT) is inviting Honorary Research Associate (HRA) and Honorary Research Affiliate (HRAf) for research and development in the area of ``Long-Term Profitability and Competitiveness through Sustainable Business Practices``. The position of HRA/HRAf is potentially open to any researcher who does not occupy a salaried position at GCPIT or another group organisation. It is therefore not open to GCPIT staff already employed on a permanent or contractual basis. Students and postdoctoral fellows are not eligible either.

Apply today and be part of Global Research & Development team.

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MSME Growth

While there still lacks a universally accepted definition, Micro-, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are widely recognized for the important contributions they make to sustainable development, in terms of contributions to economic growth, creation of decent jobs, provision of public goods and services, as well as poverty alleviation and reduced inequality.
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Womenomics

Womenomics is the idea that women’s economic advancement will improve the economy as a whole. If Womenomics is to succeed in Japan and elsewhere, we must first recognize the cultural and logistical reasons behind low rates of female labor participation. This means creating both job opportunities and support for female workers. Womenomics is a powerful force, which could expand a shrinking labor market, significantly increase GDP and contribute to the health and wellbeing of society.
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Signature Events & Programs

Community & Membership Events | Public Policy Events | Business Development Programs | Leadership Development Programs
01

Brand Businesses

Be in the know about what’s coming next for council and share your ideas and upcoming events during this roundtable meeting.
02

Business After Hours

This is a premier networking opportunity to connect with other members and guests at different member businesses throughout the year.
03

Business PowerHour

Learn about valuable business development resources and programs to maximize your professional growth.
04

Hour Economy

Each quarter, this event provides a brief overview of the economic index and recently announced projects. We also invite different guest speakers to present on relevant subjects including emerging economic trends and new developments in our community.
05

Networking Forum

Each month, we host Networking Forum at various business locations. Attendees are encouraged to build relationships that can ultimately lead to productive referrals and strong contacts.
06

Technology Business Briefing

During each quarterly briefing, attendees learn about regional and national tech-driven innovation.
07

The Nation Of Series

The Nation Of Series is designed to engage elected officials from the city, district, state and national levels and inform our membership and the community about a variety of topics, including current political happenings, current affairs affecting public and higher education in the country and issues that impact our business community.
08

GCPIT Day in Capital

Every other year, Council leaders visit the State, National Capital to engage with elected officials while the Legislature is in session.
09

Capital. Fly-In

Each year, Council and local leaders travel together to National Capital to discuss legislative policies/policy priorities.
10

Future Of Education And Future Of Work (FEFW)

With the unifying aim of promoting ``Future Of Education And Future Of Work (FEFW)`` in mind, we may discover ways to align ourselves to create an effective network promoting job preparedness, which leads to the development of a talented workforce.

The collaboration will enable us to improve the outcomes and create stronger program integration across all areas of support.

11

Member Celebration

Typically held early in the year, our Member Celebration brings our members together to celebrate a successful end to the last year and look to the future. This event also formally recognizes our immediate past chair and incoming board chair.
12

InterCity Leadership Visit

This annual visit to a different city is designed to expose leaders to new innovations and economic development ideas to adapt and implement in the respective community.
13

Brand10000WIB Series

This three-part leadership summit series provides professional development and networking opportunities for women and men of Council’s business community.
14

India under 40

This luncheon celebrates young leaders who have distinguished themselves in their careers and in the community. The luncheon features an award presentation to honorees, networking and a speaker.
15

Food Truck Showdown

Forty food trucks and thousands of foodies gather in downtown for great food, a beer garden, KidsZone, pop-up market and live entertainment throughout the day.
16

Leadership, Education & Development (LEAD)

A business/education partnership that pairs high school, college students with business leaders in order to foster mentor relationships that expose students to a variety of business fields.
17

Teen Leadership

The goal of this program is to provide school and college students the opportunity to learn more about the community and help develop them into future leaders.
18

GCPIT Young Professionals

This council is for young leaders in the community who are interested in connecting with their peers in the community.
19

Tip Off Luncheon

Join us to usher in the College and University. Come enjoy lunch, a guest speaker and coach projections for the season.
20

Farm, Ranch & Garden Show

A forum for farm, ranch and garden exhibitors to present their products and services to State, National farmers and ranchers.
21

Find Your City

Connect with our city! This is an opportunity to explore careers offered by our local employers, interest groups, social scenes, activities and local flavors.
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