SEATTLE – Jason Park, Director, Global Government Affairs at Coupang, will serve on WCIT’s Advisory Board.
Coupang is a U.S. tech company headquartered in Seattle and is the leading e-commerce retailer serving South Korea, with a growing 
presence in Taiwan and other Asian markets. The company exports millions of dollars in goods and services from thousands of U.S. brands, allowing American entrepreneurs to reach new global customers with ease.
Lori Otto Punke, President of WCIT, stated, “As an exporter of U.S. products into Asian markets, Coupang is an essential component of our international trade economy. WCIT is made stronger by members like Coupang — companies that are living proof of what international trade can do for Northwest businesses and workers. We look forward to working with Jason to advance policies that expand trade across the Northwest.”
“As a company proudly headquartered in Seattle, Coupang is honored to join the WCIT Advisory Board and support Washington’s legacy as a global trade hub,” stated Jason Park, Director, Global Government Affairs at Coupang. “We strive to break down trade barriers for U.S. brands and take great pride in helping thousands of American entrepreneurs, including those in the Pacific Northwest, export their products to millions of customers in South Korea, Taiwan, and beyond. I look forward to collaborating with WCIT to champion policies that drive commerce and create new growth opportunities for exporters across the region.”
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WCIT is the Northwest’s premier organization advocating for trade and investment policies that increase the competitiveness of Northwest workers, farmers, and businesses. Our diverse membership includes small and medium-sized companies, Fortune 500 businesses, and agricultural producers, collectively representing industries ranging from manufacturing, food, and retail to technology and science.