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Florida
International Trade News & Events
February 18, 2015
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events
newsletter!
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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Platinum Member
Sponsor
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Calendar of Events
For a complete listing of Enterprise Florida
events, please click the link below.
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Announcements
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Thanks
to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s State Trade and Export
Promotion (STEP) program, Enterprise Florida is able to offer a
limited number of reimbursable Target Sector Trade
Grants and Gold Key Grants to qualified Florida
companies to help them enter and expand their global sales in Asia.Target Sector Trade
Grants will cover 100% of a trade show booth up to $7,500 and Gold
Key Grants will cover a two-day Gold Key Service with interpreter –
provided by the U.S. Commercial Service – up to $1,500.
For further
information, please contact your local
Enterprise Florida trade representative.
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World Bank PSLO
- Enterprise Florida Events
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(Save the Date)
May 4-7, 2015
Washington,
D.C.
The Private Sector Liaison Officers
(PSLO) Network invites you to mark your calendars for a joint mission
focusing on the energy sector opportunities at the International
Financial Institutions specifically designed to provide an
opportunity for the private sector to:
- Initiate
a dialogue with the project officers responsible for energy
sector projects.
- Understand
the project requirements and constraints; and their level of
competitiveness in accessing bank projects and bank-financed
projects and programs in the energy sector.
- Inform
staff of the capabilities and interests of international firms
in the
energy sector.
This mission is designed
for: Consulting firms, individual consultants, training
institutions and universities; equipment manufacturers/suppliers;
prospective sponsors of private sector projects.
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Enterprise
Florida Trade Events
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Join Enterprise Florida at CeBIT
2015 and seize the opportunity to showcase your company at the
world’s most exciting platform for sales, marketing and networking in
the world of ICT. CeBIT 2015 is the No. 1 event for the digital
world, showcase for the latest trends and the meeting place for all
sectors of the industry. More than four thousand exhibitors from over
70 countries participated at CeBIT 2014, with trade professionals
accounting for over 90 percent, and resulting in deals worth some 25
billion euros.
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.
For further
information, please contact:
Andrea Moore
Enterprise Florida Inc.
amoore@enterpriseflorida.com
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Enterprise
Florida announces that it is partnering with the U.S. Commercial
Service and the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA) in
promoting the U.S. Pavilion at the 2015 Cartagena International Boat
Show (CIBS). One of the oldest democracies in Latin America, Colombia
has a growing middle income population, rich history and privileged
geographical location. It is quickly emerging as a mandatory stop for
sailboats, yachts and charters heading through the southern region of
the Caribbean Sea. Tourism has experienced remarkable growth and the
government recognizes the need to develop marina infrastructure to
meet the growing demand of both nautical tourism and domestic
boating. CIBS is the perfect venue to establish contacts and
strengthen business ties in this blossoming marine market.
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.
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Join Secretary of Commerce Gray
Swoope on an Export Development Trade Mission to Peru scheduled for
March 2015. Peru is Florida’s eighth largest trading partner. In
2013, Peru achieved its 15th consecutive year of economic growth at 5
percent and Peru continues to be one of the best performing economies
in Latin America. Projections include a 4 percent growth rate in 2014
and 5 percent in 2015, estimates that are still considered to be
below the country’s potential.
Recognizing the vast potential to expand Florida trade within this
market, Enterprise Florida (EFI) will lead an Export Development
Mission to Peru as part of its strategy to market Florida exports in
Latin America. Currently, only the delegate option is available for
for $500 per person.
Delegate Package Registration Deadline: February 20, 2015
For further information,
please contact:
Ilona Vega
Enterprise Florida Inc.
ivega@enterpriseflorida.com
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Expo Seguridad 2015
April 28-30, 2015
Mexico City,
Mexico
The Mexican National Development
Plan 2013-2018, presented by President Enrique Peña Nieto, states
that there is no security without development and there is no
development without security. These national goals were well thought
out, as they represent significant business opportunities for the
private security industry. That is why the Mexican Government and the
Security Cabinet have focused funding to improve areas including
communications security, weapons, training, land, air and sea
vehicles, tactical teams, intelligence systems and more. Join
Enterprise Florida and exhibit at the largest security and safety
show in Latin America. Enterprise Florida has been designated space
at this show and will provide a turnkey booth package for companies
looking to participate in this show.
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.
For further information,
please contact:
Max Stewart
Enterprise Florida Inc.
mstewart@enterpriseflorida.com
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The Kingdom of Morocco is located
on the Northwest corner of Africa with a population of 33.2 million
people. Governed as a Constitutional Monarchy, Morocco also prides
itself as the first country to recognize The United States of America
as an independent country. As the most stable country in North
Africa, Morocco is the first and only country in Africa to sign a
Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States. This FTA
eliminates tariffs on over 95 percent of currently traded U.S.
consumer/industrial goods exported to Morocco, provides enhanced
protection for U.S. intellectual property rights, including
trademarks and copyrights, and imposes tough penalties for piracy and
counterfeiting.
Mission participants will benefit from business meetings and networking
events with both the private and public sector. Qualified Florida
companies may also apply for grants to receive “Gold Key Services”
through the U.S Commercial Service.
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Join the
U.S. Commercial Service, the Florida District Export Council and
Enterprise Florida for Discover Global Markets: The Americas, the
premier international business conference for U.S. executives. Come
explore new market opportunities and learn effective strategies from
senior U.S. Diplomats and business leaders in the region. Discover
Global Markets: The Americas is the ONLY opportunity in 2015 to learn
the latest business intelligence from across the Americas all in one
location.
U.S. Diplomats from the following countries will be available for
one-on-one consultations: Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,
Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti,
Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil,
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay and Peru.
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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 ninety thousand professional
visitors and over 1,250 exhibitors are anticipated at this year’s
show.
Brazil is the largest economy in South America with the highest
potential in the healthcare market. Brazil has over six thousand
hospitals and fifteen thousand clinics and healthcare establishments.
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.
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Florida companies are invited to
participate in a no-cost catalog exhibition within the Enterprise
Florida booth at FOOMA JAPAN International Food Machinery & Technology
2015. This show is designed for companies in food packaging,
processing and machinery/technology, and services.
Interested Florida companies in the food machinery and technology
industry should contact Mr. John Diep, Director Asia/Pacific by email
with full contact info to register and obtain brochures/catalogs
shipping information. Space is limited to EIGHT
registered Florida companies on a first-come, first-served basis. No
travel required. Registration deadline will be Friday, February 27,
2015. Please refer to web page for detailed information regarding the
show.
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Paris Air Show 2013 was one of the
most successful shows in the history of our program and this year’s
show holds promise for even greater success. To capitalize on the
momentum of that success and provide even more exposure for Florida
and our exhibitors we have decided to enhance the size, visibility
and services of the Pavilion. The reservation period for space in the
Florida Pavilion is now open.
Please indicate the size of space you would like to reserve and email
the form back to Paul Mitchell no later than Monday, March 9th.
Exhibitor space is in great demand and is awarded on a
first-come-first-served basis.
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.
For further
information, please contact:
Paul Mitchell
Enterprise Florida Inc.
pmitchell@enterpriseflorida.com
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ExpoPack Mexico 2015 is projected
to feature 26,000 customers/buyers from over 30 countries. In 2014
packaging professionals traveled from 29 out of 32 Mexican states,
including buying groups from the Mexican states of Queretaro, Puebla
and Guanajuato. International buyers attended from Argentina,
Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Peru and Venezuela.
Attendees include packaging and processing professionals from a wide
range of industries, including food, beverage, pharmaceutical,
personal care, graphic arts, chemical, electronics, textiles and
automotive.
This is a great opportunity to get your packaging systems in front of
a diverse group of buyers from many market sectors and countries.
There is limited spaces available. Enterprise Florida’s office
in Mexico will be available to assist with company promotion as well
as meeting agendas and appointment scheduling.
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.
For further
information, please contact:
Max Stewart
Enterprise Florida Inc.
mstewart@enterpriseflorida.com
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This webinar series
will provide valuable insights to new and experienced exporters who
will gain knowledge of export opportunities in this dynamic region.
Companies will learn about best prospects, financial and legal
considerations, logistics, e-commerce, free trade agreements, tax
incentives, and marketing strategies in six countries in Central
America. Participants will also understand and appreciate the
cultural differences, economic conditions and technological
capabilities of potential partners. This six-part webinar series is
also a venue to prepare participating U.S. companies for a more
successful experience during the upcoming Trade Mission to Central
America in conjunction with the Trade Americas - Opportunities in
Central America Conference, June 21-26, 2015.
Webinar Series Schedule:
Cost for the entire webinar series (six webinars): $150
Export Opportunities in Guatemala for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, January 7, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: FTAs - How to Leverage CAFTA to Export to Central America
Export Opportunities in Costa Rica for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, January 21, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: Export Tax Incentives – Tools You Cannot Ignore
Export Opportunities in Honduras for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, February 4, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: eCommerce in Central America – How to Improve your
Visibility in the Region
Cost $35
Export Opportunities in Belize for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, February 18, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: Shipping your products to Central America
Cost $35 Register here
Export Opportunities in El Salvador for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, March 4, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: International Legal Considerations when exporting to
Central America
Cost $35 Register here
Export Opportunities in Nicaragua for U.S. Companies
Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 1:00-2:15PM EDT
General topic: Financing Export Transactions
Cost $35 Register here
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MBDA Business Center -
operated by M. Gill & Associates, Inc. & U.S. Commercial
Service in collaboration with the Hon. Frederica Wilson – U.S.
Congress Representative, District 24, Florida are pleased to host
this exciting program for the South Florida community “New
Opportunities in Exports”. This event will feature information on
accessing new markets, capital and industries of opportunities.
Participants can also network with a variety of B2B resource
exhibitors. Admission is free and continental breakfast will be
served.
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The Center for
Hemispheric Policy will host a discussion entitled “Energy Outlook
for the Americas: Volatile Global Markets and the Impact on the
Region.” Speakers include: Sylvie D’Apote, Founding Partner, PRYSMA
E&T Consultores, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Ramón Espinasa, Lead Oil
and Gas Specialist, Inter-American Development Bank, Washington,
D.C.; Ed Glab, Graduate Faculty, Politics and International
Relations, and Director, Global Energy Security Forum, School of
International and Public Affairs, Florida International University,
Miami, Florida; Justin Miller, Clean Energy Consultant, Latin
America, Nexant, Washington, D.C.; and David Shields, Managing
Director, Energía a Debate, Mexico, D.F. RSVP to chp-rsvp@miami.edu. For more information,
please call Michael Graybeal (305) 284-9918.
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Exporting your products
is a great way to increase not only your customer base but also your
company's bottom line. Learning the basics of what to expect
"before the sale" will help you increase your success
"after the sale.” Knowing ahead of time what your overall
costs will be to ship your product to a foreign market is key. This
workshop will cover: Before the sale - quoting to negotiating the PO,
Negotiated purchase order in hand, time to ship & what to do
next, clearing customs and other logistic issues. Cost is $99 with
lunch provided. For more information and to register, contact Lee
Kotwicki at 941-363-7218 or kotwick@scf.edu.
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Limiting cross-border
friction is increasingly vital to smooth the flow of trade and boost
competitiveness for all business, especially for small and medium
sized businesses and emerging industry sectors. This conference
brings business, government, international organizations and
operational customs and trade experts together from the world over
for an important dialogue on the most effective means to ease the
movement of goods and services between countries along supply chains.
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The World Trade Center
of Orlando will be hosting a State of the Ports forum. The event will
feature several guest speakers such as : John Walsh, Port Canaveral
Authority; Greg Lovelace, Tampa Port Authority; Carolyn Fennell,
Greater Orlando Aviation Authority; David Pierce, Space Port NASA;
Larry Dale, Sanford International Airport (invited); Steve Cook,
Daytona International Airport. RSVP to lindamosa@worldtradecenterorlando.org.
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The fourteenth Annual
“Partnering for Compliance" East Coast will focus on a broad
spectrum of export/import regulatory and compliance matters of
current relevance to companies and individuals involved in global
trading. Gov’t & Trade Speakers: DoS/DDTC: Terry Davis &
Sarah McKeown; DoC/BIS: Gene Christiansen & OEE Jonathan Barnes;
DoD/DTSA: Ken Oukrop; OFAC: Adam Maddox; Census Bureau: Dale Kelly;
DHS/CBP: Russ Morgan & Joe Mitchell; ICE: Jacquelyn Metzger and
Jose Pagan; AND, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Field, LLP: Jonathan
Poling; Braumiller Law Group PLLC: Adrienne Braumiller & Bruce
Leeds (Imports); and U.S. Trade. Fees: $150 for 1-day Customs/Import
program. $550 for 3-day Export Control program. 4.5 CEUs. Venue:
Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport Hotel.
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The U.S. Commercial
Service in South Florida is partnering with the Census Bureau, the
Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and port officers from the U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to offer two engaging days of
learning. Census Bureau officers will cover filing requirements of the
Foreign Trade Regulations, how to classify your commodities by
providing an understanding of the Schedule B classification
requirements, as well as provide a thorough overview of the AES. CBP
officers will cover port requirements and efforts against terrorism
and international narcotics trafficking. Bureau of Industry and
Security (BIS) officers will highlight export control requirements.
The Conference will be offered in English and Spanish, for more
information please contact Leandro Solorzano at leandro.solorzano@trade.gov or by phone at
954-356-6647 or Martina Echevarria at martina.echevarria@trade.gov or by phone at
305-526-7425 x 26.
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Brazil has become a
global economic player and is now the world's seventh largest
economy. The nation is uniquely positioned to keep growing and will
continue to be a preferred country for business leaders and investors
around the world. The Brazil-Florida Business Council, Inc., a
Tampa-based business association, was established to foster the bilateral
trade and to drive economic growth between Brazil and
Florida. The inaugural luncheon of this timely and most
anticipated business group will be held on Wednesday, March 11 at the
Tampa Club, 101 E. Kennedy Bldv., Tampa. His Excellency the Consul
General of Brazil in Florida, Ambassador Hélio Vitor Ramos will
present the keynote address and The Honorable Mayor of Tampa, Bob
Buckhorn will deliver the welcome address. Click here for online
registration.
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Like to go global, but
not sure how to get there? Let the Florida SBDC at USF’s three-part
Advanced International Trade Series be your guide. We will put your
business on the right path toward international growth and expansion.
The Series will cover:
- Steps
for exporting success through proper trade planning. Wednesday,
March 11, 2015 from 3 to 5 pm
- International
business norms, protocol, and communicating across cultures,
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 from 3 to 5 pm
- Documentation
requirements and export financing options. Wednesday, March 25,
2015 from 3 to 5 pm
The cost: of the series
is $120. This course is designed for businesses new to export or
entering new export markets. Includes a textbook and valuable handouts.
The fee covers the entire series, and modules are not priced
individually.
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In the spirit of Expo Milano 2015: Feeding the
Planet, Energy for Life, Miami-Dade College
will host a day-long forum to explore America's relationship with the
"Old World", and how the food, health and identity of
people on both sides of the Atlantic have and continue to evolve in a
parallel yet inseparable process. Shared modern day concerns faced by
our society and their interrelationship with nutrition and
sustainable development will guide the discussions and attempt to
shed light in long-term solutions.
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The U.S. Department of
Commerce is hosting a breakfast seminar to help local exporters learn
about the available tools and best practices to use their website to
market their products and services internationally.
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International business
leaders and representatives from different countries will join
Florida business and legislative leaders during the Florida Chamber’s
International Days. International trade and industry experts will
focus on foreign investment, and trade and international policy as
part of this statewide conference. John G. Murphy, Senior Vice
President for International Policy for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
will be the keynote speaker. Leading topics will include:
- Global
Florida: Markets and Industries of Opportunity
- International
Companies: Why Florida?
- Winning
In The Marketplace: Case Studies of Successes
- From
Gateway To Marketplace: Distribution Centers and Expanding Trade
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Florida
International University Office of Executive and Professional
Education in partnership with Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa
(Insper), a leading Brazilian institute, are bringing together
industry experts to share first-hand perspectives on business
opportunities in Latin America’s largest market. This program is
designed for executives and entrepreneurs who are interested in
investing, trading or partnering with Brazilian companies, this
unique three-day program offers interactive sessions on
Brazil-specific business topics led by Insper faculty and business strategy
leaders.
Topics will include:
- An
in-depth view of business challenges and investment
opportunities
- The
evolution of economy, politics and its implications to business
- Corporate,
cultural behavior, and management challenges in Brazil
- Marketing
strategies to be successful in one of the world’s leading and
fastest-growing consumer markets
- Information
on how government regulates and supports business
- Legal
aspects of doing business in Brazil
As
a member of the Enterprise Florida network, you will receive a $100
discount off the early registration or full price of this program.
PLEASE USE CODE "InsperFIUSponsor". The early registration
deadline is March 13th.
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The automotive industry
is one of the most significant and fast growing sectors of the
economy in both Peru and Colombia. In light of the tremendous
opportunities, the U.S. Commercial Service is inviting U.S. companies
to join an official automotive trade mission to learn about these markets
and meet key industry players. For more information please contact Lesa.Forbes@trade.gov.
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The 25th Taipei
International Food Show is set to jointly take place with Foodtech
& Pharmatech Taipei, Taipei Pack, Taiwan Horeca and Halal Taiwan.
This joint expo created an outstanding record of 1,561 exhibitors and
3,806 booths in 2014. Taiwan is the USA’s 7th largest importer of
agricultural products. U.S. companies are encouraged to join
the USA Pavilion, located in the venue’s most prominent location for
the best platform to promote products to domestic food importers,
wholesalers, distributors and retailers. Early bird rates are still
available via the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT).
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The Exporters
Association-USA and the Trinidad & Tobago Florida Chamber of
Commerce will be leading its second Business Development Mission to
Trinidad & Tobago to attend the Trade & Investment Convention
2015 (TIC-2015). The convention is considered to be the largest show
of the Caribbean. TIC has hosted thousands of international buyers
and exhibitors and earned a reputation as the Caribbean’s biggest
business-to-business event!
The Exporters Association-USA in an effort to bring this opportunity
to small and medium size exporters, is arranging booths to be shared among
different exporters from the U.S. Mission participants will have the
opportunity to participate, exhibit and promote their products and
services directly to qualified buyers with genuine purchasing power
and influence, from the Caribbean and the World.
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1 comment:
You have shared detailed information of events dear in your blog. I will see which event I can attend. I just love to plan events and these days I am doing corporate event planning with unique ideas. Hope my event will go well, and everyone will enjoy there.
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