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Andres Ramirez
Andres Ramirez is a business development professional focused on building strategic connections across industries, institutions, and international markets. Through his work, he has contributed to strengthening collaborative initiatives that promote economic growth, cross-border partnerships, and long-term opportunities throughout the Americas. His leadership within TAASC reflects a commitment to innovation, relationship-building, and sustainable international cooperation.
Maria Guard
Maria Guard brings a people-centered approach to international collaboration and organizational development. With a strong focus on communication, partnerships, and community engagement, she contributes to fostering meaningful connections between businesses, institutions, and stakeholders. Her work supports TAASC’s mission of creating opportunities through cooperation, inclusion, and shared growth across diverse regions.
Shawn Allen
Shawn Allen contributes strategic insight and leadership experience to the organization, supporting initiatives that encourage international engagement and cross-sector collaboration. His professional perspective helps strengthen partnerships, facilitate dialogue, and advance opportunities that connect communities, businesses, and institutions throughout the Americas.
Melissa Heckbert
Melissa Heckbert is dedicated to building strong professional relationships and supporting initiatives that encourage collaboration across borders. With experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, and organizational growth, she plays a key role in advancing TAASC’s vision of creating sustainable networks that connect people, industries, and opportunities across the region.
Leaders driving connection across the Americas
Our Team
About TAASC
The Trade Association of the Americas Strategic Council (TAASC) is a regional alliance advancing trade, investment, and economic collaboration across the America
South America
Central America
Caribbean
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South America
Central America
Caribbean
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South America
Central America
Caribbean
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South America
Central America
Caribbean
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South America
Central America
Caribbean
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South America
Central America
Caribbean
North A
South America
Central America
Caribbean
North A
South America
Central America
Caribbean
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Creating opportunities across the Americas.
Our Team
Leaders driving connection across the Americas
Andres Ramirez
Andres Ramirez is a business development professional focused on building strategic connections across industries, institutions, and international markets. Through his work, he has contributed to strengthening collaborative initiatives that promote economic growth, cross-border partnerships, and long-term opportunities throughout the Americas. His leadership within TAASC reflects a commitment to innovation, relationship-building, and sustainable international cooperation.
Maria Guard
Maria Guard brings a people-centered approach to international collaboration and organizational development. With a strong focus on communication, partnerships, and community engagement, she contributes to fostering meaningful connections between businesses, institutions, and stakeholders. Her work supports TAASC’s mission of creating opportunities through cooperation, inclusion, and shared growth across diverse regions.
Shawn Allen
Shawn Allen contributes strategic insight and leadership experience to the organization, supporting initiatives that encourage international engagement and cross-sector collaboration. His professional perspective helps strengthen partnerships, facilitate dialogue, and advance opportunities that connect communities, businesses, and institutions throughout the Americas.
Melissa Heckbert
Melissa Heckbert is dedicated to building strong professional relationships and supporting initiatives that encourage collaboration across borders. With experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, and organizational growth, she plays a key role in advancing TAASC’s vision of creating sustainable networks that connect people, industries, and opportunities across the region.
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