Allyson McKithen
Director – North Africa
Leadership Profile
Allyson McKithen is Executive Director of the World Trade Center Washington, DC and Vice President of International Programs at Trade Center Management Associates, the organization responsible for the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. In this role, she leads one of Washington’s most visible international trade platforms, advancing programming, diplomatic engagement, trade missions, cultural initiatives, strategic partnerships, and global business development through the official World Trade Center of Washington, DC.
Ms. McKithen’s work places her at the intersection of international commerce, diplomacy, public institutions, private sector engagement, and Washington’s global trade community. She has helped position the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center as a focal point for international trade, cultural, and educational programming, including the development of Winternational, an annual embassy showcase connecting Washington’s diplomatic corps with the broader business and civic community.
As Director – North Africa for the U.S. MENA Chamber of Commerce, Ms. McKithen brings institutional experience, diplomatic fluency, international programming leadership, and a strong understanding of trade-facing engagement to the Chamber’s North Africa mandate. Her perspective strengthens the Chamber’s ability to build credible relationships, support cross-border commercial activity, and expand meaningful engagement across the U.S.-MENA corridor.