Port of Vancouver USA Launches Lecture Series

By Karen Robes Meeks

Next month, the Port of Vancouver USA will launch its annual Lecture Series with Port Chief Commercial Officer Alex Strogen ”Doing Business with the World” address.

Strogen will discuss the port’s marine division, efforts to diversify its cargo business and the importance of the Columbia River for trade. He will also talk about the significance of the port’s relationship abroad and forecast the future of relations between the U.S. and China.

The free public event will take place on March 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Warehouse ’23 Event Space, 100 Columbia Street in Vancouver, Wash. Pre-registration is required since space is limited. To register, call 360-693-3611 or email RSVP@portvanusa.com with your name and the number of attendees.

By Sarah Spangler