Thursday, September 29, 2011

Notice from FDA ...for Custom Brokers

fda
Attention Brokers,
  
Effective immediately, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 (IA 16-127) Private Labs for Crabmeat due to Chloramphenicol must be mailed to:

Arkansas Regional Laboratory (ARL)
3900 NCTR Road
Bldg. 26
Jefferson, AR 72079-9502
Thank you,
  
Facundo Bernal
Director of Imports
Food and Drug Administration


FCBF Events
Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association, Inc.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Two Great new Events sponsored by the U.S. Department of Commerce!

 The U.S. Department of Commerce
Presents two great events In cooperation with   PNC Bank
“China Smart Series: Insight Into Doing Business and Protecting Your Intellectual Property”

   Flags of the United States and China

                                




Tuesday, October 4, 2011- 07:30 AM - 02:30 PM  RSVP:

 
This is a free event; Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be served
 
Ft. Lauderdale Marriott North  – 6650 North Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33309
 
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In cooperation with Florida International Bankers Association (FIBA), Inc.And supporting organizations
U.S. Export-Import Bank * U.S. Small Business Administration * U.S. Department of Agriculture * Florida Export Finance Corporation * Enterprise Florida * Florida Chamber of Commerce* Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, November 3, 2011 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM RSVP:
 
Hotel Intercontinental – Doral 2505 NW 87th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33172
Cost $95 per person & $75 each additional attendee *Cancellation Policy:
Please note that FIBA requires 48hrs written advance notice for all cancellations in order to avoid charges.
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Thursday, September 22, 2011

Miami-Dade TRENDS Newsletter - September 2011

Miami-Dade TRENDS Newsletter - September 2011 can be read here:
Trends Online

Monday, September 19, 2011

Business Development Trade Mission to Almeria, Spain
October 16 - October 20, 2011.


The Latin Chamber of Commerce of USA - CAMACOL will be presenting a Business Development Trade Mission to Almeria, Spain, October 16 - 20, 2011.
Individuals attending this mission may extend their stay at their convenience.

Mission Activities:
Informative Business Breakfast
Country Briefing by U.S. Embassy
Informative Seminar and Presentation
Business Networking Luncheon
Networking Cocktail Receptions
Business Matchmaking Sessions
 
 
This low cost effective business development trade mission allows you the opportunity to expand your business to Spain, and do business with 22 country representatives in 4 days. Our main goal is to provide you one-on-one business appointments with companies interested in your products and services. Explore this new market and expand your horizons!
 
 
For  more information and participation please contact:
Betty Gradera at: (305) 642-3870 ext. 220 - Email: bettyg@camacol.org
Cost: Roundtrip Airfare, Hotel and taxes: approximately $2,000 -
prices may vary as we get closer to the traveling date. Space is limited.
(Price includes all the services mentioned above, transportation to and from the airport/hotel in Spain, and daily hotel breakfast).

Sponsored by:
CAMACOL / Hemispheric Congress of Latin Chambers of Commerce and Industry, The Chamber of Commerce of Almeria, Spain. State of Florida and Miami-Dade County.



Tuesday, September 13, 2011

8th Annual Manufacturers Summit and Global Marketplace :November 30 - December 1, 2011

November 30 - December 1, 2011
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport



Enterprise Florida and the Manufacturers Association of Florida invite you to attend the 8th Annual Manufacturers Summit & Marketplace taking place from November 30 - December 1, 2011 in Orlando, Florida.  This event will provide a snapshot of the manufacturing industry in Florida and plans for the upcoming year. 
 
Florida manufacturers are encouraged to exhibit and state, national and international buyers are invited to attend.
For further information, please contact:
Manufacturers Association of Florida
Nancy D. Stephens, CAE, IOM, DPL, ND

Executive Director
Email: nancy@nstephens.com
Phone: 850.402.2954
Fax: 850.402.0139
www.mafmfg.com

Monday, September 12, 2011

Enterprise Florida's Monthly Trade Leads - August 2011

What Are They?  Trade leads include foreign companies who are interested in making direct purchases from Florida companies, acting as a manufacturer's representative or agent/distributor, and joint ventures.  In support of EFI's Africa Trade Expansion Program, we also provide leads from African companies looking to sell their products or services to Florida and the U.S.
 Where Do They Come From?  The majority of these leads are generated by our International Offices in 14 overseas markets. 
How Can I Follow Up On These Leads?  If you wish to follow up on any of these leads, you can contact the foreign company directly with the information provided on the detailed report.  We ask that you also copy the International Office or Florida staff-person that submitted the lead.  Their information is also included in the report.  Please be sure to mention that you received this information from Enterprise Florida.
Florida distributors should be aware that they may be required to have the right to distribute products in a particular country before doing business there.  Please contact the person who submitted the lead if you have any questions.

 What Else Does Enterprise Florida Do For Florida Exporters?  To learn more about Enterprise Florida’s programs and services for Florida exporters, please visit our website at www.eflorida.com/export.  You can also view our calendar of international trade events online at www.eflorida.com/calendar.
How Can I Get More Help?  For additional assistance, questions or comments about our trade leads or other programs, please contact your local Enterprise Florida trade representative

http://www.eflorida.com/uploadedFiles/Trade_Leads/August%20-%20Trade%20Leads%20Summary%20by%20Sector.pdf 

Thursday, September 8, 2011

News from SBDC at Miami - Upcoming workshops

Es Conveniente Para Usted Tener su Propio Negocio ?
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: $10 if pre-register, $15 at door
Credit Card preferred 
 SBDC Miami, Festival Plaza,  
8500 SW 8thStreet,# 224, Miami FL 33144 

Conozca las cualidades requeridas para tener su propio negocio, aprenda las ventajas y desventajas, aprenda a seleccionar un negocio, aprenda los requisitos básicos, y conozca las caracteristicas para el èxito.  
Para inscribirse: click aqui
Government Contracting 101
Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SBDC Miami, 8500 SW 8th Str, #224, 
Miami, FL 33144   

This workshop provides practical information on registering with the federal government, how to local federal opportunities, and how and to whom to market with the federal government. 

Para Inscribirse: here 
Going Global: Introduction to Import and Export 
Thursday, September 29th, 2011
10 am - 12 pm

Cost: $10 if pre-register, $15 at the door
Credit Card preferred
SBDC Miami, Festival Plaza,
Import Export
                                    8500 SW 8th St, Suite 224, 
                                        Miami, FL 33144   

This workshop provides the fundamentals of international trade, understand the general import and export requirement, the regulatory requirements and payment mechanisms.
Para inscribirsehere




Enterprise Florida: Innovation Monthly Newsletter - September 2011

Click here:

http://www.eflorida.com/IQ/September2011/index.html

Join Enterprise Florida for a

Team Florida South Africa Trade Mission
 WEBINAR
  September 21, 2011
10:00am-11:00am

Enterprise Florida  is hosting a FREE webinar on increasing your export sales by participating in the Team Florida Trade Mission to South Africa.  The Trade Mission will be led by Florida's  Lieutenant Governor Jennifer Carroll, this November 4-13, 2011 to Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa.

South Africa, the 26th-largest economy in the world, is one of the most stable markets in Africa and is Florida’s #1 merchandise export destination in Africa.  Florida and South Africa serve as the “gateways” for trade and commerce between the Americas and Africa.  As a member of the five-nation South African Customs Union, South Africa already offers immediate access to a region of over 57 million people. Additionally, the advanced efforts to create a “Free Trade Agreement” with their East African neighbors represent an opportunity for open market access to 26 countries with a combined GDP of $833 billion and a population of over 530 million consumers.

During the webinar, you’ll learn about the Team Florida South Africa Trade Mission and how you can participate in this once in a life time business development event.
 Featured Speakers:
Bryant Salter - Director of African Trade, Enterprise Florida
Tongila Manly - Managing Director, Enterprise Florida Southern Africa Office

 Registration Information:

·         Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2011
·         Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. EST
·         Cost: Free
·         To Register:  Please RSVP to seminars@eflorida.com with the following information: Event Title, Name, Company, Telephone Number, Email. Once you have RSVP'd, further instructions will be provided to join the webinar.

Participation will be limited to the first 125 people to connect to the webinar.  If you are
unable to attend the webinar, please call or email us to learn more about the Team Florida South Africa Trade Mission.For more information please contact: Mr. Bryant SalterEnterprise Florida, Inc . 
Phone: 305-808-3386   bjsalter@eflorida.com or Mr. Larry BernaskiEnterprise Florida, Inc.Phone: 904-359-9350 lbernaski@eflorida.com


 

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Florida International Trade News & Events - August 31, 2011

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Florida International Trade News & Events - August 31, 2011

Welcome to Enterprise Florida's international trade news & events newsletter!