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Florida
International Trade News &
Events November
7, 2012
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events
newsletter!
Updated Announcement:
New Partner
trade events this week:
Events are listed in order by date. Please contact
individual
event organizers for
additional information.
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Programs
& Services for Florida Exporters
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Calendar of Events
For a complete listing of Enterprise Florida events,
please click the link below.
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To
be added to our Trade Events mailing list
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Governor's
2012 Innovators in Business Awards
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On behalf of Governor Rick
Scott, Enterprise Florida is issuing a call for nominations for the 2012
Innovators in Business Awards, which recognizes Florida companies for
their outstanding contributions to the state's economic growth. The
awards will be presented during Industry Appreciation Week. Click
here for more information.
Deadline
for nominations extended to November 9, 2012 5:00p.m. EST
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Enterprise
Florida Trade Events
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November
11-17, 2012
Nairobi, Kenya
Miami-Dade County and
Enterprise Florida invite Florida companies to join the Business
Development Mission to Nairobi, Kenya. Kenya is the most developed
economy in Eastern Africa and is also the economic, commercial, and
logistical gateway of the entire region. The United States is currently
working with the Eastern African Community (EAC) on a new regional
integration initiative, which will enhance the U.S.-EAC trade and
investment relationship. Ranking as one of the top 100 trade partners for
South Florida, there are several business opportunities for Florida
companies in the following sectors: Agriculture, Aviation/Aerospace
(Aircraft and Aircraft Parts), Chemicals, Clean Energy, Computers &
Peripherals, Construction Equipment, Electrical Power Systems, Emerging
Technologies, Financial & Professional Services, Health & Medical
Equipment Services, IT, Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, and
Telecommunications Equipment.
For
further information, please contact:
Bryant Salter
Desmond
Alufohai
Miami-Dade
County, OEDIT
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Would
YOU Like To Become An AIRBUS SUPPLIER? Please see the
attached letter from Mr. David Williams, Vice President Procurement,
Airbus Americas, and there is still time……
Airbus and several of their key European Suppliers confirmed to
Enterprise Florida, at the recently concluded ILA Berlin Airshow, it is
essential that major Airbus Suppliers have U.S. operations closer to the
new Airbus facility to be built in Mobile, Alabama-this mission has to be
accomplished ASAP. We were also informed the quickest, most
efficient path in establishing the U.S. base is to partner with a Florida
firm having complimentary operations, products, services, etc.
This event is expected to bring together over 1,000 companies from all
over the world, including 500 current Tier 1 & 2 Airbus Suppliers.
AEROMART Toulouse is a matchmaking program strictly reserved for
aerospace and defense professionals. Airbus, ATR, Safran and Bombardier
to name only a few OEMs, will have hundreds of their supply chain specialists
available to attend one-on-one meetings.
BCI Aerospace has
agreed to modest discounts – participation fees & hotel - for Florida
companies. The hotel is 120 Euros and will be discounted 20%-30%,
depending on the number of Florida participants.
For further information, please contact:
Ken Cooksey
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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Join Enterprise Florida at CeBIT 2013, the world’s leading
marketplace for ICT and Digital Technologies! CeBIT 2013 offers a unique
opportunity to showcase your company at the world’s most exciting
platform for sales, marketing and networking in the world of ICT. More
than 4,000 exhibitors from over 70 countries participated at CeBIT 2012.
Exhibitors can benefit from an effective combination of trade show,
conferences and networking platforms. The show facilitates efficient
networking of business, science, politics and the media at an international
level — plus an unparalleled concentration of decision-makers and
investment potential.
WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT
AT CEBIT 2013?
- Auto ID & RFID Banking & Finance
- World Business Communication & Networks
including Wireless Communication and Mobile Solutions
- Enterprise Storage Solutions
- Virtualization
- Hardware and Multimedia Solutions
- Transport, Logistics & Navigation
- And more!
Trade
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!
Deadline to register is October 24, 2012
For further
information, please contact:
Ms. Andrea Moore
Enterprise Florida Inc.
amoore@eflorida.com
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March
5-9, 2013
Dubai,
U.A.E.
The Middle East remains one
of the most affluent regions in the world and companies from all over the
globe will be showcasing the latest designs and innovations at the Dubai
International Boat Show (DIBS). With an impressive display of boats and
super yachts in the Middle East and the largest, most lucrative gathering
of VIP’s and Royal families; DIBS delivers the ultimate meeting point for
the region’s most prosperous buyers. Attracting tens of thousands of
visitors each year, DIBS is one of the few events worldwide where
companies constantly experience an impressive return on investment.
After a year hiatus,
Enterprise Florida is taking the lead on a Florida pavilion at this show.
Florida continues to be the only U.S. state with a group presence thus enhancing
our state’s visibility as the premier state for the marine
industry. We’ve secured premier locations for a variety of
exhibitors. If you are a Florida-based business and interested in the
Middle East Region, exhibiting within the Florida pavilion can help your
company maximize its exposure in the most cost-effective manner.
Trade
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!
Deadline to register is November 30, 2012
For
further information, please contact:
Larry Bernaksi
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May
21-24, 2013
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Hospitalar is the most
important health fair in Brazil and Latin America. The show features
products ranging from the most sophisticated state-of-the-art medical
technology to disposables. Almost 90,000 professional visitors and over
1,250 exhibitors are anticipated at this year’s show.
The
Market
Brazil is the largest economy in South America with the highest potential
in the healthcare market. Brazil has over 6,400 hospitals and 15,000
clinics and healthcare establishments. The Brazilian healthcare market is
over $125 billion. Imports account for approximately 25% of the market,
with the U.S. providing 50% of all imports. The medical equipment market
is over $6.0 billion.
The continued expansion of
the Brazilian private health care sector, particularly in the HMO sector,
should create new opportunities for U.S. exporters, particularly for more
advanced medical equipment, disposables, diagnostic devices, implants and
components.
Deadline
to register is March 1, 2013
For
further information, please contact:
Michael
Schiffhauer
Enterprise
Florida, Inc.
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Partner Trade
Events
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November 13-14, 2012
Miami,
Florida
The Trade Commission of Spain in Miami, on behalf of ICEX
Spain Trade and Investment is organizing the VI edition of the Spain-USA
Investment and Business Cooperation Forum.This forum is to promote
business partnerships between Spanish and American companies. More than
30 Spanish firms will be participating this year, among
which are 21 Spanish companies with specific investment
and business cooperation projects who are interested in having
one-on-one meetings with Florida companies.
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Shipping
and Transportation Documents
November 14, 2012
Doral, Florida
The FCBF presents Best Practices for Importing and
Exporting: Shipping and Transportation Documents. A clear understanding
of shipping and transportation documents is critical to setting the
proper expectations with your customers and avoiding unnecessary exposure
to cargo claims. This session will provide an in-depth review of
bills of lading (and airway bills) as well as manifests to ensure your
terms and documents are providing you with the protection you need.
A review of the appropriate parties and their roles in different types of
transactions such as carriers, shippers, freight forwarders and
consolidators, will be included to ensure data accuracy.
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November 15, 2012
Coral Gables,
Florida
The Center for Hemispheric Policy at the University of Miami
invites you to attend “The New Colombia: An Agenda for Achieving
Sustained Development”. This event will feature the following panelist:
Bruce Bagley Chair and Professor, Department of International Studies,
University of Miami; Román D. Ortiz Director, Decisive Point, Bogotá,
Colombia and Jorge A. Restrepo Director, Centro de Recursos para el
Análisis de Conflictos (CERAC), Bogotá, Colombia.
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November 16, 2012
Miami, Florida
Join the South Florida Business Journal and Miami Growth
Advisors for an informative Q&A morning designed to help small
businesses of all types discover how to take full advantage of the Port
of Miami’s expansion—come prepared to ask the panel how to best position
your business for Miami’s next wave of opportunities.
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November
16, 2012
Boca Raton,
Florida
Join the Small Business Development Center at Palm Beach
State College for the second annual “Battlefield to Business”. This event
will feature expert advice from veterans, agencies and successful
contractors as well as information on how to land prime government
contracts.
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November 30, 2012
Miami, Florida
The Center for Hemispheric Policy at the University of Miami
cordially invites you to attend the Latin America Economic Forecast 2013.
During this seminar, the following topics will be covered:
• The Global Economic Outlook and Its Impact On Latin
America
• The Global Trade Agenda
• Prospects for Doing Business In The Region
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December
3-5, 2012
Miami, Florida
To facilitate a high-level
dialog with aviation interests in the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC)
region, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, in cooperation with the
Federal Aviation Administration, will sponsor the Latin America &
Caribbean Aviation Summit. Summit topics and project briefings will focus
on air traffic control modernization, airport infrastructure, aviation
safety and security, IT management and green airport technologies in the
region. The Summit will promote specific commercial opportunities for
U.S. businesses and seek to expand overall trade opportunities.
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December 5-8, 2012
Cali,
Colombia
The Colombian American Chamber of Commerce USA and
AMCHAM Colombia invites you to join the business development mission to
Cali, Colombia. Cali is a modern city with an average temperature of 25⁰ C, destination for national
and international migrations, protected by mountains, surrounded by
nature and rivers, national and global destination for sports
competitions and the second best place to live in Colombia.
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December
6-7, 2012
Orlando, Florida
Join the Manufacturers
Association of Florida for the 9th Annual Manufacturers Summit and
Marketplace. If you are looking to increase your competitive edge,
thinking about expanding in Florida or finding international
customers, this event is your “one-stop” for relevant information
and contacts.
The forum will cover
opportunities to hire an educated, trained and certified workforce,
where to get training for your current workforce, international business
opportunities, the manufacturing landscape nationally and stateside,
economic development incentives, technical assistance, and everything
else you need to know to optimally do business in Florida. If you are
looking to improve your supply chain, manufacturing suppliers and service
providers will be exhibiting their products and services to help you be
more successful.
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December 7, 2012
Miami, Florida
The World Energy of the Future Solutions 2012 is a one day
program that includes sessions on key issues regarding recent
developments in clean energy and renewal sectors. The summit features 34+
speakers and more than 40 exhibitors. Attendees will explore the
challenges and learn solutions for successfully implementing new energy
development on the future from senior industry stakeholders.
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January 31-February 1, 2013
Miami Beach,
Florida
The MiaGreen Expo & Conference is the only event in the United States
providing access to the ever-growing, non-stoppable green, renewable and
sustainable markets for ALL the Americas. With its unique marketing mix
(80% US + 20% Latin America & the Caribbean), MiaGreen has developed
as the one-stop, all-inclusive, interactive conference and marketplace
for SUSTAINABILITY, combining a major trade show with front edge
extensive educational and networking programs.
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February 3-8, 2013
Chennai &
Cochin, India and Colombo, Sri Lanka
Explore the markets in Chennai, Cochin and Colombo! Join the U.S.
Department of Commerce in this multi sector Trade Mission to South India
and Sri Lanka and increase your sales to these booming markets! With
soon-to-be implemented infrastructure and industrial facilities in South
India and Sri Lanka, now is the time for U.S. firms to play a major role
in design, construction, engineering and management of signature projects
in the region. This trade mission will help participating firms gain
market insights, make industry contacts, solidify business strategies,
and advance specific projects, with the goal of increasing U.S. exports
of goods and services to India and Sri Lanka.
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Featuring
Keynote Speaker Tom Donohue, President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
April
1-3, 2013
Tallahassee,
Florida
Join the Florida Chamber of Commerce and Florida’s international business
community to hear from top international trade experts and promote the
significant role international business has in Florida’s economy and in
your business.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Meet with Florida’s legislators and top decision
makers to promote the importance of trade and international business
- Discuss the importance of manufacturing exports
and the industry’s significant role in our goal to double
Florida-origin exports in 5 years
- Hear from experts on trade issues and
regulations affecting Florida’s international business economy and
more
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