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Florida International Trade Events
Newsletter February 17, 2016
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International Trade Events Newsletter!
New Partner Trade Events:
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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To be added to our Trade Events mailing list please
click here.
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Announcement
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Enterprise Florida and the Florida SBDC Network are
offering qualified Florida manufacturers and services providers
customized Export Marketing Plans to analyze your company’s products
and services for export-readiness; help your company target key markets;
understand the competitive landscape, and develop successful market
entry strategies. Export Marketing Plans cost $4,000 but qualifying
companies are eligible for a $3,500 grant from the State of Florida so
that the final cost to your company is only $500. For further
information please call 1-866-737-7232 or click on the link above.
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Enterprise
Florida Trade Events
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The
Middle East remains one of the most affluent regions in the world and
companies from all over the globe will showcase their 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 their exhibition investment. Enterprise Florida is
once again teaming with the USA pavilion organizer and the U.S.
Commercial Service to offer companies the opportunity to exhibit in the
Florida Section of the US Pavilion.
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:
Larry Bernaski
Enterprise Florida Inc.
lbernaski@enterpriseflorida.com
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Enterprise
Florida is encouraging Florida technology companies to participate in
CeBIT, the world's largest international expo in the ICT industry.
Since 1986, the annual trade show has taken place in Hanover, Germany.
CeBIT 2016 is scheduled to be held March 16 to 20 (Monday through
Friday). Currently, 3,500 companies from 70 countries have registered
for participation, 92% of them buyers. As a leading IT expo and
conference, CeBIT focuses on B2B and covers multiple sectors including
IT equipment and components, software, internet, mobile,
telecommunication and digital business solutions.
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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Join Florida Secretary of
Commerce Bill Johnson on an Export Sales Mission to Korea & Taiwan.
South Korea and Taiwan, strong and growing Asian economies, are highly
attractive export markets for U.S. companies. Over the past
several decades, South Korea has achieved a remarkably high level
of economic growth and is now the United States’ sixth largest
goods trading partner with a trillion-dollar economy. The United
States is Taiwan’s third largest trading partner, accounting for more
than 10 percent of its total trade. Florida companies are invited
to join the mission and participate in the Gold Key program. This
program offers an excellent way to meet with potential business
partners and build relationship in both markets.
EFI
will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking one-on-one
appointments. Small and mid-sized Florida manufacturers and
professional service providers may qualify for a Gold Key Grant, which
will offset the matchmaking registration fee for the first company
representative. Individuals can participate under the delegate
package. The Delegate package includes: admission to all mission
events, airport transfers in country when traveling on official mission
flights and ground transportation to all mission events.
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The U.S. Department of
Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service and Enterprise Florida are offering a
unique opportunity for Florida manufacturers to meet prospective
foreign buyers at Hannover Messe, the world’s premier manufacturing
trade event, April 25-29, 2016 in Hannover, Germany.
The White House has announced that President Barack Obama will
join German Chancellor Angela Merkel to open HANNOVER MESSE 2016. Obama will appear
at the fair’s official opening ceremony on Sunday, April 24th, and is
also scheduled for the traditional opening tour of the fair with Merkel
on Monday morning.
Hannover Messe 2016 is five trade shows representing all aspects of
modern manufacturing in one integrated event and will attract over 100
buyer delegations with more than 200,000 attendees from over 70
countries. Florida
companies exhibiting in U.S. Pavilions will gain unprecedented benefits
from:
- Unmatched
international exposure including a featured page on Hannover Messe
2016 website with enhanced search capabilities.
- Tickets
for the Opening Ceremony and Reception.
- Onsite
customized support from U.S. Commercial Service industry
specialists.
- Business
to Government Executive Market Counseling with U.S. Commercial
Service staff from among the top 25 markets present at Hannover
Messe.
- Business
to Business International Partner Promotion Program.
- Enterprise Florida trade grants of up to $6,000 are
available to help offset your exhibition costs in this show.
Free Webinars:
Join our free “Know Before You Go” webinars to maximize onsite
opportunities and learn more about the wealth of opportunities
available at Hannover Messe 2016.
For further
information, please contact:
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Expo Seguridad 2016
Special Prime
Pavilion Spaces Available
April 26-28,
2016
Mexico City,
Mexico
Expo Seguridad Mexico is is the largest security show in Mexico and
Latin America and will feature products from a number of large
retailers in the security industry as well as contractors from
government agencies around Central America.
Enterprise Florida has been provided exclusive prime space at Expo
Seguridad for Florida companies. Florida will be the only state in the
United States with a prime pavilion. If you would like your company to
stand out at the largest security and defense show in Latin America
this is the venue. Space is very limited in this prime section.
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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A LIMITED NUMBER OF GOLD KEY APPOINTMENTS
AVAILABLE!
EFI will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking one-on-one
appointments through the USCS for participating Florida companies.
Small and mid-sized Florida manufacturers and professional service
providers may qualify for a Gold Key Grant, which will offset the
matchmaking registration fee for the first company representative.
Why Mexico? Mexico offers tremendous opportunities for Florida
companies interested in increasing their footprint in Latin America.
Mexico is currently our nation’s third largest trading partner and
second largest export market for U.S. products. Mexico ranks tenth
among Florida’s trading partners.
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The
Farnborough International Airshow is a global showcase for the
aerospace industry and its reputation alone attracts a global audience.
For manufacturers, this show is an opportunity to demonstrate the
latest and greatest aircraft and engines to prospective customers. For
suppliers, having a presence at the show provides an opportunity to
showcase products and services to a targeted audience.
Why the Florida
Pavilion?
This Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) led trip provides exposure for
Florida aviation and aerospace companies representing a diverse range
of sectors such as: Space, Civil, Defense, Manufacturing Technology,
Rotary and MRO. Exhibiting in the Florida Pavilion is a very effective
and efficient way to meet with potential customers and suppliers. EFI
has multiple booth package options to choose from, access to private
meeting rooms and a lounge area complete with refreshments and a
hostess. Your company will be sure to stand out amongst the crowd.
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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Medical
Fair Asia is Southeast Asia’s most definitive event for the medical and
healthcare industry and will be held at a new venue – the Marina Bay
Sands Convention Center in Singapore. Medical Fair Asia is well positioned
to be the No.1 procurement stage for industry professionals to
experience new and innovative technologies, solutions, products and
services. With an anticipated participation of 1,000 exhibitors form 45
countries, 20 national pavilion and country groups and an expected
attendance of 15,000 qualified trade buyers and decision makers from
across Asia. At this event, new digital healthcare solutions such as
remote and wireless healthcare, IT platforms, wearable devices, smarter
medicine and healthcare analytics are also expected to be showcased by
participating exhibitors. Focused on equipment and supplies for the
hospital, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, medical and rehabilitation
sectors, the event continues to raise the overall capabilities and spur
the growth of the region’s medical and healthcare sectors to meet the
changing demands in both the public and private sectors. Enterprise
Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida section. Individual
booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the
USA Pavilion. Space is limited and will be sold 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:
Michael Schiffhauer
Enterprise Florida Inc.
mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
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Enterprise
Florida (EFI) is pleased to announce its support for SMM Hamburg. The
bi-annual SMM Hamburg is the world’s largest B2B international trade
show for the commercial marine industry. In 2014, SMM Hamburg featured
over two thousand exhibitors, and fifty thousand visitors. Independent
space at SMM Hamburg is virtually sold out however Enterprise Florida
is working with the U.S. show organizer to secure space for Florida
companies within the USA Pavilion. This is a U.S. Department of
Commerce certified event meaning on-site Commerce staff will provide
support to all U.S. exhibitors.
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:
Larry Bernaski
Enterprise Florida Inc.
lbernaski@enterpriseflorida.com
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SemiCon 2016
Themed Florida
Pavilion
September 7-9,
2016
Taipei, Taiwan
Do you want to showcase
your company on the international semiconductor stage with countries
like Germany, Holland and Korea? SEMICON Taiwan 2016 annually attracts
more than 3,300 attendees representing lithography, 3D IC, advanced
packaging, memory, IC design, IoT, MEMS, smart manufacturing, high-tech
facility, materials and more. Theme pavilions and country pavilions can
provide you with a blueprint for regional markets and new business
opportunities for Taiwan’s procurement community.
Enterprise Florida (EFI) will recruit Florida companies to join the
first ever Florida pavilion for the semiconductor and advanced
manufacturing community. Florida will be the only state in the United
States with a themed state pavilion. Contact EFI if your company would
like to stand out and participate in the the largest semiconductor show
in Asia.
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
Andrea
Moore
Enterprise Florida Inc.
amoore@enterpriseflorida.com
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Partner Trade
Events
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The Institute for Cross Cultural Management (ICCM) invites
you to join the 2016 Cross Cultural Management Summit to be held at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel on February 18-20, 2016. Join top thought leaders
and experienced international business executives to solve some of the
pressing cross cultural management challenges facing your organization.
While you are enjoying the Summit, don't miss the opportunity to
improve your global competencies and reduce the risk, time, and costs
of international business. In addition, ICCM is offering 2
workshops the week of the Summit on Cross Cultural Competence and
Global Leadership. Both workshops are approved for seven HRCI
re-certification credits. Register for both and receive a discount.
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Florida-based
companies are expanding overseas. Are you? We know that expanding into
international markets can seem daunting. Attend this interactive
workshop to find out how the Florida SBDC at UCF can help you prepare
your business for globalization. Participants will leave with tools,
insights and knowledge to help your small business earn a share of this
growing profit opportunity. Let the FSBDC at UCF guide you through the
complexities of international expansion strategies.
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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.
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Join Davis Helsby from Insurance Office of America as he
conducts an overview of the core insurance policies and risk management
techniques needed as an importer/exporter. He will identify and discuss
industry risks and cover key terms and verbiage related to insurance
policies. Any U.S. firm/individual interested in exporting is invited
to attend.
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The World Trade Center Orlando is hosting a State of the
Ports Event at the Orange County Convention Center on March 1, 2016.
The invited special guest for the program is Governor Rick Scott. The
program will feature: John Murray, Port Canaveral Authority; Greg Lovelace,
Tampa Port Authority; Carolyn Fennell, Greater Orlando Aviation
Authority; Steve Szabo, Space Florida; Mario Busacca, Chief KSC
Spaceport Planning Office; Michael J. Caires, Orlando Sanford
International Airport; and Jay Cassens, Daytona International Airport.
To RSVP, email johnw@worldtradecenterorlando.org.
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The 15th Annual “Partnering for Compliance™” East Coast
export/import control program is in Orlando, FL on Mar. 2-4, 2016. A
separate requested ‘Customs/Import Boot Camp’ one-day program will be
held on Mar. 1, 2016. Gov’t & Trade Speakers: DoS/DDTL: Terry Davis
& DDTC Daniel Buzby; DoC/BIS: Gene Christiansen & OEE Jonathan
Barnes; DoD/DTSA: Ken Oukrop; OFAC: Jamie Rose; Census Bureau: Omari
Wooden; DHS/CBP: Joe Mitchell; ICE: Jacquelyn Metzger; AND, Akin Gump
Strauss Hauer & Field, LLP: Jonathan Poling; Braumiller Law Group
PLLC: Adrienne Braumiller & Bruce Leeds; David Hayes: UK/EU Export
Controls and U.S. Trade. NOTE: Gene Christiansen will also focus on ECR
implementation.
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The U.S. Commercial Service in São Paulo, Brazil, is
organizing an outbound Chemical Mission from the USA to Brazil, on
March 7 – 11, 2016. U.S. chemical suppliers will have the unique chance
to participate in one-on-one meetings with chemical distributors from
all over Brazil and also meet with OXITENO, one of the largest chemical
companies in Brazil. Over 80 Brazilian chemical distributors will
attend the event.
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Five leaders in Florida's growing trade sector will be
honored at the World Trade Center Miami's 13th Annual International
Women's Day Luncheon. These five women leaders have made significant
contributions to advancing international trade, investment and business
in Florida.
The WTCM's 2016 International Women's Day honorees are:
- Marilyn
DeVoe, Vice President – Miami Hub, American Airlines
- Pamela
Fuertes-Berti, Vice-President, International Economic Development
Programs, The Beacon Council
- Debra
Owens, Director, Government Affairs and International Relations,
PortMiami
- Hilda
Rodriguez, President, Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders
Association
- Sally
Yearwood, Executive Director, Caribbean-Central American Action
Delivering the
keynote address will be Dr. Susan Amat, CEO and Founder of Venture
Hive, an entrepreneurship education company that assists corporations,
governments, universities, and incubator/accelerator programs.
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Join the Dubai Department of Economic Development’s -
Foreign Direct Investment Development Agency for a seminar on Doing
Business with Dubai. During this seminar, event attendees can expect to
learn about the innovation driven economy of Dubai through the ten
major innovation pillars, the leading sectors for U.S. exports and
investments, business etiquette practices, Dubai's strategic geographic
location, and how access to human capital, the modern infrastructure, a
strong governmental vision, and the “can do attitude" of the
people creates an ideal environment for business.
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You are invited to join the Tampa Bay Export Alliance on
an Export Sales Mission to San José, Costa Rica. The mission will
feature the U.S. Commercial Service Gold Key program which provides
customized and pre-screened one-on-one appointments with potential
customers or partners in Costa Rica. Costa Rica is a heavy
consumer market and enjoys the region’s highest standard of living.
U.S. products have an excellent reputation for quality and
price-competitiveness, and the CAFTA-DR trade agreement eliminates most
of the duties on U.S. exports. With grants available to qualified
companies to cover one thousand dollars of the Gold Key fee, this
mission offers an excellent opportunity for Tampa Bay companies to
expand their sales to Costa Rica. Registration deadlines for the
Mission Packages are as follows: Trade/Gold Key Package - Friday,
February 19, 2016 and Delegate Package - Sunday, February 28, 2016.
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The mission to the People's Republic of China is scheduled
from April 12 - 20, 2016. Mission participants will visit the Canton
Import & Export Fair in Guangzhou, tour the Hangzhou Economic,
Technology & High Tech Development Zones in Hangzhou (home of Alibaba
Company - the leading global sourcing e-commerce platform). In
Shanghai, mission delegates will have ample opportunities for
networking and one-to-one business matchmaking meetings, in-country
briefing and presentations. After the China mission, participants may
(optional) join the Enterprise Florida Export Sales Mission in Taiwan
from April 20 - 23, 2016.
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In this economy,
improving sales can be a tough proposition. Maybe it is time to expand
your customer base to Mexico, Central or South America? Get insider
tips and strategies on selling to this region, information on trade
agreements, and how exporting to Latin America is becoming easier. You
will learn how to identify demographics and trends; select potential
partners from diverse local options; and understand cultural norms that
permeate the region. This course is designed for new to export or new
to market businesses. Aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, heavy
machinery, sporting goods, textiles and travel industries will be
covered along with other top prospects. This event is hosted by the
SBDC at the University of South Florida.
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This is a unique event in Florida for companies that are
interested in exporting or companies that are currently exporting to
learn about the latest services or products to help them compete and
succeed around the globe. This event enables exporters and importers to
put their products at the forefront of an audience of industry leaders
- fellow entrepreneurs and international trade service providers. This
event presents many opportunities for creating business relationships
abound, from workshops to industry focused meetups all catered for in a
day of unequaled business networking.
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Join the U.S. Commercial Service and the South Florida
District Export Council for Discover Global Markets: The Americas. This
conference brings together trade experts, economists, industry
professionals, and U.S. commercial diplomats via panels and executive
meetings to address opportunities, challenges, and winning strategies
across the region. Your firm will leave this conference with the
critical next steps needed to transform market potential to market
success in markets of interest across the Western Hemisphere. Meet
one-on-one with U.S. Commercial Diplomats from the Western Hemisphere
to explore market opportunities or receive help in overcoming
challenges. Panels featuring economists, industry professionals, trade
experts, and U.S. commercial diplomats will explore key questions
related to the latest market developments.
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