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Florida International Trade Events Newsletter September 6, 2017
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Welcome to Enterprise Florida's International Trade Events Newsletter!
Announcements
New Enterprise Florida Events
New Partner Events
Events are listed in order by date. Please contact individual event
organizers for additional information.
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| Announcements |
Go Global Like a Pro! Exporting Assistance & Trade Grants Roadshow is Canceled for Miami, Orlando, and Tampa
In preparation of Hurricane Irma, the upcoming roadshow locations for Miami, Orlando and Tampa are now canceled. More information will be forthcoming regarding the new dates for these locations. All registrations fees will be refunded for these locations if applicable. For the latest updates regarding Hurricane Irma, please visit www.floridadisaster.org. On behalf of the Enterprise Florida team, we do hope you and your family remain safe as the state braces for Hurricane Irma.
Miami Location - CANCELED
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Miami Free Zone
2305 NW 107th Avenue - Room 2M10
Doral, Florida 33172
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Orlando Location - CANCELED
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Embassy Suites Orlando Downtown
191 East Pine Street - San Juan Ballroom
Orlando, Florida 32801
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Tampa Location - CANCELED
Thursday, September 14, 2017
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
201 North Franklin Street, Suite 201 - Skanska Board Room
Tampa, Florida 33602
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
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Enterprise Florida Trade Events
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Go Global Like a Pro! Exporting Assistance & Trade Grants Roadshow
September 12 - 14 , 28 & October 3 - 4, 11, 2017 | Various Florida Locations
Enterprise Florida – along with the U.S. Commercial Service and Florida Small Business Development Center Network around the state – is bringing "Go Global Like A Pro!" to a location near you. From educational events to helping companies access new markets via trade missions and international trade shows, we do it all. We offer trade grants for customized export marketing plans, business matchmaking meetings with pre-screened and qualified international distributors, and financial assistance to cover booth expenses for overseas trade shows. We can even help you transform your website to appeal to a specific international market for a fraction of the cost!
Click the links below for specific information regarding each roadshow location. For more information please contact your local Enterprise Florida trade representative if you have any questions.
Miami Location - CANCELED
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Miami Free Zone
2305 NW 107th Avenue - Room 2M10
Doral, Florida 33172
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Orlando Location - CANCELED
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Embassy Suites Orlando Downtown
191 East Pine Street - San Juan Ballroom
Orlando, Florida 32801
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Tampa Location - CANCELED
Thursday, September 14, 2017
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
201 North Franklin Street, Suite 201 - Skanska Board Room
Tampa, Florida 33602
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Pensacola Location
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Hancock Bank
940 Creighton Road
Pensacola, Florida 32504
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Central Time
Jacksonville Location
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
3 Independent Drive - Hadlow Board Room
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Ft. Lauderdale Location
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Port Everglades Administration Building
1850 Eller Drive - Auditorium
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33316
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Palm Beach Location
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Port of Palm Beach
One East 11th Street - Suite 600
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Contact Gary Hines at the Business Development
Board of Palm Beach County to register ghines@bdb.org.
GITEX Technology Week
October 8 - 12, 2017 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Inaugurated in 1996 and hosted in Dubai, GITEX Technology Week (www.gitex.com) is a critical platform for technology businesses that are looking to make valuable connections, generate new prospects and increase their business opportunities around the world. In 2016, GITEX featured almost 4,500 exhibitors, and 59% of those use GITEX as a first entry-point to market. Of the more than 147,000 visitors, a staggering 85% report that they do NOT attend any other IT event.
Enterprise Florida has secured space within the USA Pavilion for a Florida section. Space is limited and will be sold on a first-come, first served basis.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Andrea Moore | Enterprise Florida Inc. | amoore@enterpriseflorida.com
Dubai Airshow 2017
November 12 - 15, 2017 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Exhibit with Florida in Dubai! The 2015 Dubai Airshow was the 14th edition since the show began in the late 80’s. Dubai and the greater region has changed rapidly in the past 30 years, creating numerous opportunities for international companies.The ancient trade routes of the Middle East have modernized at an unrivaled rate to become not only a crucial logistical hub, but also one of the world’s fastest growing aerospace regions. The Dubai Airshow had a record number of trade visitors attend to meet with over 1,100 exhibitors from all corners of the globe. This illustrates the unmatched diversity that the Dubai Airshow is famous for.
With support throughout every aspect of exhibiting, we are committed to providing Florida companies with exceptional access to new and emerging markets. We know how important international business is, and we’re here to help. Enterprise Florida, Inc. is offering exhibitor booths within the Florida Pavilion.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Paul Mitchell | Enterprise Florida Inc. | pmitchell@enterpriseflorida.com
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Export Sales Mission to Israel
December 2 - 8, 2017 | Tel Aviv, Israel
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will lead an export sales mission to Israel, December 2-8, 2017. Participating Florida companies will have prescheduled one-on-one appointments, with qualified Israeli businesses, to develop or expand direct export sales to Israel. The U.S. is Israel's single largest trading partner. Since signing the Free Trade Agreement in 1985, U.S.-Israel trade has grown eight-fold, and nearly all trade tariffs between the U.S. and Israel have been eliminated since 1995. Florida origin exports in 2016 to Israel were over $244 million. The Israeli market holds vast opportunities for Florida companies interested in increasing their international footprint.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking appointments. The cost of this service is projected to be $1,500. Small and midsized Florida manufacturers, eligible high tech companies, professional service providers, and companies new to market may qualify for a Gold Key Grant. The grant covers 100% of the cost of the Gold Key Matchmaking appointments for the first company representative. A separate application process is required for this grant. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Costs for airfare, lodging, incidentals, and meals are the responsibility of the participant.
Contact: Joseph Bell | Enterprise Florida Inc. | jbell@enterpriseflorida.com.
Arab Health 2018
January 29 - February 1, 2018 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Arab Health will be the largest healthcare event for Middle East with the addition of the new Zabeel Hall at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre. Over 5,000 exhibitors utilize this show as a launch platform for new products and services as well as showcasing new developments. Arab Health attracts decision-makers from the region’s healthcare sector. Arab Health 2017 attracted 115,000 visitors from over 64 countries around the world, including medical staff, hospital management, and dealer distributors. The largest number came from the United Arab Emirates, with other attendees coming from Saudi Arabia, Quatar, Bahrain, Egypt, Oman, and Kuwait.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida Pavilion. Individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the pavilion.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
Singapore Airshow 2018
February 6 - 11, 2018 | Singapore
Singapore Air Show is Asia’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition. In 2016, the Singapore Airshow hosted 1,040 exhibitors from 48 countries, with more than 48,000 visitor attendees. There were major announcements from 51 companies, a 16% increase from 2014 figures. Once again, Singapore Airshow 2018 can expect the top global aerospace companies to be in attendance at the show.
This Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) led-trip provides exposure in the Asia-Pacific region for Florida aviation and aerospace companies. With public tickets completely sold out in 2016, this is one event your company doesn’t want to miss. EFI has multiple booth options to choose from, private meeting rooms and a lounge area. Your company will be sure to stand out amongst the crowd.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Paul Mitchell | Enterprise Florida Inc. | pmitchell@enterpriseflorida.com
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will lead an export sales mission to San Jose, Costa Rica, February 26-28, 2018. The country of Costa Rica holds vast opportunities for Florida companies interested in increasing their footprint in the Central American market. Bilateral trade between the U.S. and Costa Rica totaled $10.2 billion in 2016, where Florida was the leading state for two way trade. Costa Rica ranks as Florida’s 12th merchandise trading partner having exported nearly $3.6 billion in merchandise in 2016.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking one-on-one appointments. The price of this service is $1,250. Small and midsized Florida manufacturers, eligible high tech companies and professional service providers may qualify for a Gold Key Grant, which will offset 100% of the Matchmaking Registration fee for the first company representative. A separate application process will be required for this grant. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact: Jorge Riano | Enterprise Florida Inc. | jriano@enterpriseflorida.com
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| World Bank - Private Sector Liaison Officer (PSLO) Events |
PSLO Annual Energy Mission to the International Financial Institutions
October 23 - 25, 2017 | Washington, DC
The World Bank's Private Sector Liaison Officers (PSLO) Network invites you to join a joint mission to Washington, D.C. This mission will focus on opportunities in the energy sector offered by the International Financial Institutions. The theme of this energy mission is "Integrating Sustainable Energy in Global Development". The mission is intended for private sector suppliers and consultants, as well as the public sector, training institutions and universities, interested in learning about business opportunities in the energy sector funded by the World Bank Group, Inter-American Development Bank, Asian Development Bank, Millennium Challenge Corporation and European Bank of Reconstruction and Development.
Contact: Shane Jaffer | Government of Alberta, Canada | shane.jaffer@gov.ab.ca
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| Partner Trade Events |
U.S. Chemical Trade Mission to Brazil
September 10 - 13, 2017 | Sao Paulo, Brazil
The U.S. Chemical Trade Mission to Brazil is a unique opportunity in the South America market! The U.S. Commercial Service in Sao Paulo, Brazil is proposing a multi-company chemicals sector initiative from the United States to Brazil on September 10 - 12, 2017. U.S. chemical suppliers will have the unique chance to meet with Brazilian chemical distributors, clients, and partners including opportunities to meet with some key market players, such as OXITENO, Votorantin, and Dow Chemical (Brazil) - the three largest chemical companies in Brazil. Enterprise Florida is offering four grants to qualified Florida companies to cover the cost of one-on-one meetings (two-day Gold Key Service for each company), valued at US$1,050.00 per company. The U.S. Commercial Service in Brazil can provide further details.
Contact: Renato Sabaine | U.S. Commercial Service in Brazil | renato.sabaine@trade.gov
How to Sell Online in Canada
September 13, 2017 | 11:00 AM ET, 10:00 AM CT, 8:00 AM PT
Do you have an interest in exporting to Canada? As the second largest importer of Florida goods, Canada is a very important market for exporters. Join IBT Online for a free webinar to learn important information about the online environment in Canada. Participants will enjoy an hour-long webinar packed with information from expert speakers about website localization, social media and how to best use it for your business, best practices, case studies, and much more. Join us and go global today!
Contact: Samantha Soffici | IBT Online | ss@ibt.onl
Polk Goes Global III
September 15, 2017 | Lakeland, Florida
Explore the next phase of Polk County's emergence in the international market. The Central Florida Development Council and the Lakeland and Winter Haven Chambers are collaborating for the third year to present Polk Goes Global III - a half-day international exporting conference - on Friday, September 15, 2017 at 7:30 AM. The Keynote Speaker is Manny Mencia, SVP of International Trade & Business Development at Enterprise Florida.
Guest speakers include: Eileen Rodriguez, Director at the Small Business Development Center at USF; Sandra Campbell, Director at the U.S. Department of Commerce - Clearwater Center; Paul Mitchell, Regional Director of Enterprise Florida; Alice Ancona, Director of International Strategy & Policy at the Florida Chamber of Commerce; Jennifer Simpson, Regional Director at the Eastern Region EXIM Bank; Sandro Murtas, Regional Manager at the Small Business Administration; and, Javier Marin, Director of Business Development at Polk Global Trade Alliance - an initiative by the Central Florida Development Council. Conference agenda also includes trade experiences business panel with local companies.
Contact: Javier Marin | Central Florida Development Council / Lakeland & Winter Haven Chamber | javier@cfdc.org
Business Matchmaking Forum - Ecuador, USA & The Caribbean
September 20, 2017 | Doral, Florida
On behalf of the Ecuadorian Exports and Investment Promotion Institute, PRO ECUADOR, we would like to invite you to our Business Matchmaking Forum - Ecuador, USA & The Caribbean on September 20th at the InterContinental at Doral Miami, 2505 NW 87th Avenue, Doral, FL 33172. This forum will feature sectors such as food and beverages, agroindustry, flowers, fashion and accessories from Ecuador. Through careful profiling and assessment of all registered companies, we will pre-schedule one-on-one business meetings with top Ecuadorian suppliers. To register, please email events@proecuador.gob.ec.
Contact: Daniela Munoz | PRO ECUADOR Ecuadorian Exports and Investment Promotion Institute | events@proecuador.gob.ec
19th Annual AfrICANDO 2017 - U.S. - Africa Trade and Investment Conference and Trade Show
September 20 - 23, 2017 | Doral, Florida
The primary focus of AfrICANDO 2017 is U.S.-Africa trade relations, supply chain development and competitiveness under AGOA. The event will also include a trade show for SMEs in the handicrafts, ethnic foods and spices industries. A second track that is designed for transportation executives will center on supply chain development in the transportation field. All Florida companies interested in selling products or investing in sub-Sahara Africa are invited to attend. AfriCANDO is a great opportunity to network with SME's and members of the African Chambers of Commerce. Trade and investment opportunities awaits you in sub-Sahara Africa. RSVP by September 4, 2017.
Contact: Anthony Okonmah | Africa Trade Development Center - The Foundation for Democracy in Africa | aokonmah@democracy-africa.org or azubuike.okonmah@gmail.com
21st Americas Food and Beverage Show
September 25 - 26, 2017 | Miami Beach, Florida
The Americas Food & Beverage Show is the largest Americas focused food and beverage trade show in the Western Hemisphere, providing unparalleled opportunities to discover new products, ideas and innovations around the world. If you make, manufacture or distribute any products or service for the food and beverage industry, this is your opportunity to get up close and personal with the buyers that you need to meet. Over a span of two days, you will be able to network "one-on-one" with some of the top decision-making food executives that are readily available to conduct business. You will be certain to gather a diverse amount of sales leads and significantly increase your sales and profits!
Contact: Raul Morales | rmorales@worldtrade.org | World Trade Center Miami
Tampa Bay Export Alliance Export Sales Mission to Bogota, Colombia
September 27 - 30, 2017 | Bogota, Colombia
The Tampa Bay Export Alliance is going to Colombia! Colombia is Florida's second largest export market and the fourth largest economy in Latin America, making it an excellent market for Tampa Bay exporters. U.S. exports to Colombia have increased 15 percent since the implementation of the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which immediately eliminated import tariffs on 80% of U.S. consumer and industrial products. The mission will include the U.S. Commercial Service Gold Key program, customized one-on-one meetings with potential customers in Colombia. Grants will be available to qualified companies
Contact: Aly Fernandez | Tampa Bay Export Alliance | afernandez@tampaedc.com
Business & Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic (Expo Cibao)
September 27 - October 1, 2017 | La Vega & Jarabacoa, Santiago & Puerto Plata & Playa Dorada, DR
The Dominican Republic continues to be a very significant partner in hemispheric affairs due to its role as the second largest economy in the Caribbean and its large bilateral trade with the United States. This mission will include scheduled business meetings, conferences, events with local Chambers of Commerce, and entrepreneurial organizations from the region. The mission will also feature the 30th Edition of Expo Cibao. Expo Cibao is expected to bring together 150,000 visitors from a wide-range of industries. This expo will promote products and services that are for sale along with cultural & educational interests.
Contact: Pedro Diaz Ballester | Dominican International Business, Tourism & Development Federation, Inc. | fdelorbe@dominicanintlbusinessfed.org
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China's Business Environment and Tax System
October 10 & 12, 2017 | Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida
Join us for a half day seminar featuring experts knowledgeable on China’s current business environment for U.S. companies. The seminars will take place on October 10th at Jax Chamber in Jacksonville, Florida and October 12th at National Entrepreneur Center in Orlando, Florida. Learn how to understand contracts and protect your business and products; handle freight disruptions; and manage risk including VAT, duties, distribution, and product regulations - CCC/FDA. The cost to attend is $30 and includes lunch.
Contact: Nancy Simmons | Northern and Central-West Florida District Export Council | nancysimmons@aerogroup.com
Sustainable Building & Construction Trade Mission to Mexico City and Guadalajara
October 16 - 20, 2017 | Mexico City and Guadalajara, Mexico
The United States Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, is organizing a Sustainable Construction Trade Mission to Mexico that will introduce U.S. firms to Mexico’s Sustainable Building & Construction sector, and assist U.S. companies in pursuing export opportunities in the sector. By focusing on infrastructure-related projects, this mission advances ITA’s work to increase U.S. company participation in infrastructure and strategically position our clients to tap medium and long-term opportunities.
The trade mission will feature: B2B matchmaking appointments in Mexico City and Guadalajara; Market briefings for participants by U.S. Embassy (Mexico City) and Consulate (Guadalajara) personnel; and Complimentary participant badge for Mexico’s premier construction trade show - Expo CIHAC.
Enterprise Florida is offering Reimbursable Gold Key Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover the cost for the trade mission, up to $1,000. Click here for additional information.
Contact: Oscar Magaña or Warren Anderson | U.S. Department of Commerce | Oscar.Magana@trade.gov or Warren.Anderson@trade.gov
Trade Winds Southeast Europe
October 18 - 20, 2017 | Bucharest, Romania
Trade Winds, the largest annual U.S. government-led trade mission, will lead U.S. companies and organizations to Southeast European markets in 2017, to connect them to promising business opportunities in five countries: Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Serbia and Greece. Your company should join Trade Winds to take advantage of projected regional economic growth and to gain a strategic foothold to launch a larger European export strategy. Companies will have the option of having customized business to business meetings, private meetings with U.S. Commercial Diplomats from the region, and be a part of a dynamic conference and networking events.
Contact: Leandro Solorzano | U.S. Commercial Service | Leandro.Solorzano@trade.gov
40th Annual Joint Meeting of the Southeast U.S.-Japan & Japan-U.S. Southeast Associations
October 22 - 24, 2017 | Greenville, South Carolina
You are invited to participate as a Florida Delegate to the 40th Annual Joint Meeting of the Southeast U.S. Japan and Japan-U.S. Southeast Associations, which will be held in Greenville, SC October 22-24, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency. The newly appointed Florida Secretary of Commerce, Pete Antonacci, has been invited to officially lead this year’s Florida Delegation. SEUS member state governors/heads of delegations and top business leaders from the Southeast U.S. and Japan will attend. The program includes presentations by top business, economic development and government leaders from both sides and excellent networking opportunities. The Japanese Ambassador to the U.S. will serve as a keynote speaker. Florida Delegation will hold its annual meeting of members on Sunday, October 22, in conjunction with the joint meeting, and Japanese Consul General Ken Okaniwa will provide remarks along with other VIPs. For further details, call (786) 235-8289 or visit us online at: www.fl-seusjapan.org/upcoming-events.
Contact: Dave Woodward | Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S.-Japan Association | info@fl-seusjapan.org
Florida-Japan Aerospace & Aviation Summit
October 25 - 27, 2017 | Space Coast, Orlando, Palm Beach & Miami
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will be hosting a Florida-Japan Aerospace & Aviation Summit in Central & South Florida locations on October 25-27, 2017. A delegation of Tier 1 – Tier 4 aerospace companies from Japan will be in attendance to exchange ideas and develop business relationships with those Florida companies in attendance. State political leaders, national & international level business leaders, and representatives from Florida R&D institutions are being invited to attend.
Contact: A. Victoria Mathews | Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) | Edgewood Associates, Inc. | victoria.edgewoodassociates@gmail.com
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Financing Your Export Transactions
November 1, 2017 | Orlando, Florida
Ninety-five percent of the world’s customers are outside of the U.S.! But how do you find the financial resources to tap into these markets? This seminar will inform attendees on export finance products including: export working capital, credit insurance, foreign buyer financing, international payment methods and other export finance tools. Find out how to use these tools to increase your global competitiveness, mitigate risk and grow your foreign sales.
Contact: Jill McLaughlin | FSBDC at the University of Central Florida | jill.mclaughlin@ucf.edu
Air & Sea Cargo Americas International Congress & Exhibition
November 1 - 3, 2017 | Miami, Florida
Air & Sea Cargo Americas will bring together top executives from all sectors of the aviation, maritime and logistics industries to exchange views and experiences to enhance the growth of the cargo industry in the Western Hemisphere. Airports, seaports, exporters, shipping lines, freight forwarders, shippers, importers, consignees, equipment and technology suppliers, among others, will interact, exchanging ideas and information. Topics will include security, regional consolidation, manufacturer and shipper needs in high growth cargo, trade facilitation, improving productivity, speed and service quality, responding to market changes and demands from shippers, consolidators and forwarders, and controlling costs while streamlining customer services. Deadline to register is October 27, 2017.
Contact: Ivan Barrios | World Trade Center Miami | ibarrios@worldtrade.org.
AGreenTec Expo
November 15 - 16, 2017 | Miami, Florida
The AGreenTec Expo is a major trade show and conference showcasing technologies, products & know-how for the agricultural and green outdoors industries. Based in Miami, AGreenTec Expo serves as the meeting place for East USA, Florida and Latin American/Caribbean companies. Forty (40) countries under one roof will be represented. For complete info, visit www.AGTexpo.com or call (305) 412-7945. This expo is produced by the organizers of the well established The Water Expo & MiaGreen Expo & Conference.
Contact: Jose Garcia-Pineyro | Show Winners Corporation | mail@AGTexpo.com
Latin Food & Beverage Expo
November 16 - 18, 2017 | Panama City, Republic of Panama
The Latin Food & Beverage Expo is the first of its kind in the region. The Expo is an international event that attracts food and beverage business leaders and buyers from Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and Northern South America. The expo is held in Panama due to its strategic location and the traditional role that Panama plays in regional logistics and distribution of billions of dollars in products from the Colon Free Zone.
Contact: Marite Copado | Latin Food & Beverage Expo LLC | mari@latinfoodexpo.com
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Conference of the Americas 2017
December 3 - 5, 2017 | Orlando, Florida
The Conference of the Americas provides a unique opportunity for customs brokers, freight forwarders, importers, exporters and other parties involved in global trade, e-commerce, logistics and transportation to learn the latest initiatives and challenges; with a heavy emphasis on legal, regulatory and policy developments impacting the United States, Latin America and European markets.
World class speakers through panels as well as more intimate break-out sessions will emphasize new and evolving best practices for traders, intermediaries and their partners to move and clear goods in the most compliant and efficient manner despite seemingly contradictory policies affecting intercontinental trade.
Contact: Cinthya Montiel | Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association, Inc. | events@fcbfconference.com
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