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World Trade Center Saint Louis
 
Timothy J. Nowak
Executive Director

As Executive Director of the World Trade Center, Tim Nowak
brings more than 15 years’ experience in business development, domestic and international sales, and management.  He has managed and directed international sales organizations in the medical industry including distribution and direct sales strategies. 

Nowak’s expertise includes analyzing international markets, determining business models to enter, and executing a plan for sales and profit growth.  He possesses solid experience in establishing international subsidiary organizations, managing legal and regulatory issues, contract negotiations, and international interviewing and hiring. 

He brings to the World Trade Center extensive international working experience in Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, South America, and Africa. 

Nowak was born and raised in St. Louis and holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Marketing and Logistics from the University of Missouri – Columbia and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University. 

  
   
Cheryl M. Marty
Deputy Director

Cheryl M. Marty is the Deputy Director. In this position she is responsible for the development and enhancement of the World Trade Center's image in the regional market. Ms. Marty directs the creation and production of all marketing materials, educational and social programming and fundraising efforts; develops and reviews business development programs to create alternative revenue sources; assists in selling the resources of the World Trade Center to new and existing clients; interacts with current clients and staff to assess client satisfaction levels and suggest changes; and serves as the main liaison between the World Trade Center Saint Louis and other organizations within the international business community. She previously served in several positions in marketing and sales with Saint Louis University and the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association. Ms. Marty holds an undergraduate degree with honors from Saint Louis University. 		 
 
 
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  World Trade Center Saint Louis Board