Connect Over High Tea: Women in World Trade RI Event

Connecting Women in New England’s Trade Community—High Tea in Newport with Mark Brodeur on RI trade history.

Join Women in World Trade New England for a memorable afternoon of connection, conversation, and culture at our inaugural Rhode Island event! Network with fellow women working in international trade while enjoying a traditional High Tea at one of Newport’s most iconic and historic venues. This event also includes a tour of the Marble House.

✨ High Tea With a Side of History

The Chinese Tea House at Marble House is more than a stunning setting — it’s a symbol of strength, beauty, and resilience. Originally a birthday gift from William Vanderbilt to his wife Alva Belmont, the marble mansion was completed in the late 1800s. In 1908, Alva added the cliffside tea house, inspired by Song Dynasty artistry and culture. A dedicated suffragist, Alva used the tea house not only for hosting but also as a secret meeting space for women’s rights advocacy.

🎤 Featured Guest Speaker:
Mark Brodeur, Associate Vice President of Tourism Marketing, Rhode Island Commerce
Mark will share a fascinating overview of Rhode Island’s trade history — from its colonial roots to its modern-day influence.

Thank you to our event sponsors: Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, JF Moran, Rhode Island Commerce, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. Taylored Pathaways, and wekWorks.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with inspiring women in global trade, surrounded by elegance and history.