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Florida
International Trade News &
Events April
24, 2013
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events
newsletter!
New Enterprise Florida trade announcements and
events this week:
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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Florida Trade Events
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Enterprise
Florida Inc. is compiling an accurate, up-to-date Directory to
catalog Florida’s aviation/aerospace and defense companies and their
capabilities. This Directory will be used as one of the primary
tools for marketing Florida’s aviation/aerospace and defense
industries. It will be distributed to industry professionals during
all Team Florida Missions, international events and programs in which
EFI participates. Targeted international distribution will include
leading global aviation events such as the Paris Air Show,
Farnborough Air Show, Singapore Air Show, and through EFI’s network
of international offices.
We encourage you to take advantage of this
opportunity!
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April 30, 2013
Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida
Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business
Development in collaboration with its partners, Enterprise Florida
and the U.S. Commercial Service invite you to explore global market
growth through our “Florida Export Opportunities” series. Germany is
the largest national economy in Europe and the fourth-largest by
nominal GDP in the world. Join us for an overview of the Germany
business market and to learn more about the many international
resources available to your company.
For further
information, please contact:
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May 1, 2013
Orlando,
Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. in partnership with the U.S.
Commercial Service, and the Small Business Development Center at UCF
invites you to attend a Country Market Briefing: Germany.
Germany is the 4th largest importer and 5th largest economy in the world.
As Europe’s largest economy, Germany imported an estimated $1.3
trillion in merchandise in 2012. Join us to learn about international
trade opportunities and export assistance resources available to your
company.
Registration deadline: Monday, April 29, 2013
For further information, please
contact:
Paul Mitchell
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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May 2, 2013
Tampa, Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. in partnership with the Greater
Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Tampa Bay Trade and Protocol Council,
Small Business Development Center at USF and the U.S. Commercial
Service invite you to attend a Country Market Brief: Germany.
Germany, the world’s 4th largest economy, is an important hub for the
European Market and a bridge to Eastern Europe. Germany is also a top
destination for Florida-origin exports and one of the state’s most
important merchandise export destinations. Join us for an overview of
the German business market and to learn more about the many
international resources available to your company.
Registration deadline: Wednesday May 1, 2013
For further information, please contact:
Max Stewart
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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September 10-15, 2013
Cannes, France
The Cannes International Boat Show remains one of the
most prestigious marine industry events throughout Europe. Enterprise
Florida is pleased to again announce that we are working with the
U.S. organizer to offer Florida companies premium locations in our
Florida Pavilion. A very limited number of booths remain available
and those interested in displaying boats (static display or in the
water) are encouraged to contact Enterprise Florida as soon as
possible. For more information about the Cannes event please visit
the English version website at: http://www.salonnautiquecannes.com/GB.htm.
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November 17-21, 2013
Dubai, United
Arab Emirates
The Dubai Airshow is a key event in the international
aerospace industry that offers unrivaled access to the Middle East
aerospace market. The Dubai Airshow attracts senior decision
makers from all over the world as a trade only B2B exhibition, with
no public days. Exhibitors can focus entirely on their
customers and key contacts over the five day event. Enterprise
Florida has secured space for a Florida Pavilion and individual
booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the
Pavilion.
For further information, please contact:
Ken Cooksey
Enterprise Florida Inc.
Paul Mitchell
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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November 20-23, 2013
Dusseldorf,
Germany
MEDICA, the
premiere global Life Sciences/Medical trade show will be an
opportunity for many of Florida’s top medical companies to promote
their goods and services at the Florida Pavilion for the 18th
consecutive year. MEDICA 2012 featured a record-breaking 5,000
exhibitors, two-thirds of them from abroad. The show attracted
130,000 visitors from nearly 120 countries; 40% were from countries
other than Germany. In fact, with 500 exhibiting companies from the
United States and 50 exhibiting companies from Florida, MEDICA continues
to set records. A particularly high percentage of visitors come
from overseas markets such as Asia, Australia, North Africa, Latin
America and, increasingly, from Arab countries. MEDICA visitors who
attend the show are professionals there to make significant buying
decisions.
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February 11-16, 2014
Singapore
Join Enterprise
Florida at the Singapore Airshow as we return to host a Florida
Pavilion for the 11th time since 1994! The Singapore Airshow is among
the world's top three aviation events and is the largest aerospace
and defense event in Asia. This show is truly a global exhibition
where the latest state-of-the-art systems and equipment are displayed
by top aerospace companies around the world.
For further information, please contact:
Ken Cooksey
Enterprise Florida Inc.
Paul Mitchell
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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Partner Trade
Events
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Discover export
opportunities and expand your company’s global reach at the ACCESS
2013 International Trade Forum. U.S. Department of Commerce
Senior Commercial Officers and Commercial Specialists from Africa,
the Middle East, and South Asia regions including Algeria, Egypt,
Ghana, India, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya,
Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and
the United Arab Emirates will provide information, help you identify
new export markets, and develop market entry strategies.
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May 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23 & 28, 2013
Tampa, Florida
The Small Business Development Center at the University
of South Florida invites successful businesses interested in
exploring potential international markets or
businesses with limited exporting experience to
participate in the NASBITE accredited International Trade Certificate
Program. The program will include 7 modules designed to prepare
you for international expansion:
- Module I Export
Fundamentals: Local Resources & Market Research
- Module II
International Marketing: Cross Cultural Communication &
Market Planning
- Module III Global
Business Management 1: Tax Implications & Legal/IPR Issues
- Module IV Global
Business Management 2: Free Trade Agreements & BIS and
Licensing
- Module V Financing:
Export Financing & Payment Methods
- Module VI Logistics:
Freight Forwarding & Global Supply Chain
- Module VII Pricing:
Pricing & the Certified Global Business Professional
Modules are
held every Tuesday from 4:30pm to 8:30pm for six weeks.
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May 7, 2013
Dania Beach,
Florida
U.S. Commercial
Service diplomats and other experts will provide helpful tips on
doing business in China at the Navigating China workshop. Topics
covered include: how to protect your IPR, determining if you are
China-ready, cultural tips for participating in business situations
in China and a panel of experts to speak on the benefits of
entering China directly, or indirectly through Taiwan or Hong Kong.
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May 8, 2013
Doral, Florida
The Florida Foreign Trade Association would like to invite your
company to participate in the XVI Alliance Business Expo. This event
is a general business expo for the South Florida community in which
visitors can find new services, products, and investment
opportunities. The business expo is an excellent opportunity
for growing companies to expand their client base and attend free
business seminars, visit an art exhibit featuring local artists, as
well as partake in international cuisines and music.
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May 10, 2013
Boca Raton,
Florida
Join the SBDC for
the second annual International Trade Symposium. If your small
business is currently exporting or looking to expand into
international markets, you cannot afford to miss this event! Our
panelists will share valuable resources from the SBA's Office of
International Trade and Enterprise Florida, while freight forwarders
and international attorneys will navigate you through the process of
import/export. Plus, hear a firsthand client success story! This
no-cost event includes a complimentary buffet breakfast.
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May 14-15, 2013
Miami, Florida
ProExport
Colombia invites Florida companies to participate in a Business
Matchmaking Forum where you will be able to meet more than 500
Colombian suppliers. During the Business Matchmaking Forum, you
will meet with Colombian companies representing IT Services
and Medical Tourism. ProExport Colombia will provide
a customized agenda with scheduled Colombian supplier
meetings as well as equip you with expert advice on Free Trade
Agreement opportunities between the USA and Colombia. ProExport
Colombia is
offering FREE round trip flights to Miami for Florida companies to
attend this event.
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May 16, 2013
Orlando,
Florida
World Trade Center Orlando and the City of Orlando are
proud to present, World Trade Week, from Sunday May 13th, through
Saturday, May 19th, 2013! You are cordially invited to attend the
21st Annual International Heritage Day. Join the Orlando community for
entertainment, food, and networking for a celebration of the ethnic
diversity.
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May 16-17, 2013
Doral, Florida
Business crosses
borders and operates in a global environment. Logistics is an
integrated and integral part of business. It is the engine that makes
it all run and encompasses a variety of sectors such as
transportation, retail, environment, energy, research, real estate,
international trade and policy. This is the first annual forum
of discussion and networking designed to bring together industry
stakeholders and leaders from all modes of transportation, academia,
government, and economic development to discuss the state of
logistics as a sector in Florida.
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May 20-23, 2013
Coral Gables,
Florida
CAMACOL cordially
invites you to attend the 34th Hemispheric Congress of Latin Chambers
of Commerce and Industry. The 34th Hemispheric Congress is the most
effective opportunity to engage in multilateral networking
opportunities between more than 22 countries in three days.
Participants will have maximum exposure to a trade fair commercial
showcase, export products exhibition and trade delegations. There
will also be several opportunities to participate in the various
business meetings and plenary sessions on commercial, high economic
impact topics.
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May 29, 2013
Clearwater, Florida
This event is
designed to assist U.S. manufacturers, distributors, exporters,
freight forwarders, exporting carriers, consolidators, and others on
complying with U.S. export controls, including the fundamentals of
the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the Foreign Trade
Regulations (FTR). Questions? Contact Rachel
Kreissl at 727-464-4166 or Rachel.Kreissl@trade.gov
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June 7, 2013
Tampa, Florida
The Florida Delegation SEUS/Japan Association, Inc.
invites you to attend the 10th Annual Florida-Japan Summit. A Welcome
Reception will be held the evening of June 6th at the Patel Center
for all registered participants. The Welcome Reception will feature
some Asian style hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar will be available for
beverages.
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Madrid & Barcelona, Spain
June 8-15,
2013
The Economic
Development and International Trade Unit of Miami-Dade County invite
Florida companies to join the Business Development Mission to Madrid
& Barcelona, Spain. During the mission, companies will have the
opportunity to meet with high level government officials, participate
in an in-country briefing by the U.S. Commercial Service and attend
briefings and presentations by local agencies and organizations.
Pre-arranged one-to-one business meetings will be available in Madrid
and Barcelona. All interested companies must use the Port of
Miami or Miami International Airport.
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June 12-14, 2013
Mexico City,
Mexico
The Americas
Linkage Mission to Mexico City is a program that will facilitate
business development opportunities in Mexico. This will include a
country briefing, business meetings, seminars and networking
opportunities.
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June 20-21, 2013
Miami, Florida
The Latin Trade Group presents Trade Américas Expo in
partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank. With a growing
middle class fueled by small and medium business, Latin America is a
natural trading and business partner for the North American SME.
Trade Américas Expo brings a 360º look at trade by providing a
platform for small and medium sized businesses, government trade
agencies and important SME and PyMe market participants.
Why Should You Attend?
- Learn how to position
your SME or PyME towards growth and success in the Americas
- Maximize your human
and financial resources by meeting key sector and country
specific government participants
- Gain comprehensive
insight to one of the world’s fastest growing trade markets
*Special
Rate for Enterprise Florida Inc. Members of $399 per participant.
Use ID Code: TAEFI1
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September 17-18, 2013
Miami Beach,
Florida
The Water Expo is the only event in the United States
providing access to the ever-growing, non-stoppable water
related markets for all the Americas. With its unique marketing mix
(USA + Latin America & the Caribbean), the Water Expo works as the
one-stop, all-inclusive, interactive conference and marketplace on
this extremely important resource, combining a major trade show with
front edge extensive educational and networking programs serving the
residential, commercial and industrial markets
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October 30-November 2013
Taiwan, China
Taiwan
International Green Industrial Show (TiGiS), commonly known as Green
Taiwan, is the largest sustainable event in Taiwan. TiGiS
features the latest eco-friendly technologies, including: clean
energy, water technology and cutting edge green projects from
government, academic, and research institutions. Exhibit products
include the latest in wind power and energy, fuel cells, LED
lighting, electrical vehicles, recycling, anti-pollution equipment,
water treatment, deep ocean water applications and more. TiGiS
is the ideal one-stop trade show and professional platform for the
latest green products and innovations. Travel subsidies and
incentives are available to qualified companies, on a first-come
first-serve basis. Please contact the Taiwan Trade Center in Miami
for more information on how to qualify for travel incentives.
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