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Florida
International Trade News &
Events April
11, 2013
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events
newsletter!
New & Updated Enterprise Florida trade
announcements and events this week:
New
& Updated 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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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 17, 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. South Africa, the world’s 25th largest
economy, is one of the most stable markets in Africa. It is also a
top destination for Florida-origin exports and one of the state’s
largest merchandise export destinations. Join us for an overview of
the South African business market and to learn more about the many
international resources available to your company.
For further information, please contact:
Paola Issac Baraya
Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business
Development
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April 18, 2013
Orlando,
Florida
South Africa, the world’s 25th largest economy, is one
of the most stable markets in Africa. It’s also a top destination for
Florida-origin exports and one of the state’s largest merchandise
export destinations. Join us for an overview of the South
African business market and to learn more about the many
international resources available to your company. Abigail Ellary,
Enterprise Florida’s (EFI) South African Director based in Durban
(South Africa), will provide an overview of the South African economy
and the services offered to Florida companies interested in expanding
their presence in this growing market.
For further information, please contact:
Paul Mitchell
Enterprise Florida Inc.
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April 19, 2013
Jacksonville,
Florida
South Africa is a country with a population of over 50
million people. In 2011, its GDP grew by 3.1% to $422 billion USD and
South Africa’s economy represents over 30% of sub-Saharan Africa’s
GDP. Abigail Ellary, Enterprise Florida’s (EFI) South African
Director based in Durban (South Africa), will provide an overview of
the South African economy and the services offered to Florida
companies interested in expanding their presence in this growing
market.
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April 23, 2013
Pensacola,
Florida
South Africa is a
country with a population of over 50 million people. In 2011, its GDP
grew by 3.1% to $422 billion USD and South Africa’s economy
represents over 30% of sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP. Abigail
Ellary, Director of Enterprise Florida’s (EFI) South Africa office in
Durban (South Africa), will provide an overview of the South African
economy and the services offered to Florida companies interested in
expanding their presence in this growing market.
For further
information, please contact:
Andrea Moore
Enterprise Florida Inc.
amoore@eflorida.com
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Last year, over 12,000 visitors from throughout Mexico attended Expo
Seguridad to visit with 490 exhibitors from more than 16 countries
occupying more than 300,000m2 of floor space. The market potential
for safety, security products and related services throughout Mexico
are estimated to be valued at over $4.3 billion.
**A limited number of
trade grants are available at this time**
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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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April 11, 2013
Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida
The South Florida
Business Expo is an opportunity for companies to establish new
connections and clients across the state, country and around the
world. The event will feature an International Trade Workshop and
Business Pavilion, a seminar on How to Do Business with Broward
County Government and more.
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April 12, 2013
Hollywood,
Florida
The Entrepreneur
Summit event showcases a diverse array of businesses that
contribute to South Florida’s regional economy. The summit
will offer many opportunities to network with like-minded professionals
and learn what it takes to make it in today’s business world as a
small business owner. This event connects emerging entrepreneurs with
successful business experts; it is a must attend event.
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April 17, 2013
Doral, Florida
The Florida Finance
Summit 2013 will provide an opportunity to build new international
relationships as the meeting place for leading exporters, bankers,
ECAs, insurers, multinationals, and attorneys. The summit will
be divided into four 55 minute panels discussing and addressing the
many latest issues on SBA loans, export financing, commercial loans
and non-conventional loans. The panels will be composed of
experts and leaders from throughout the private/public international
trade and domestic finance industry addressing and announcing on the
most innovative financing mechanisms/programs vital for a successful
and profitable business.
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April 17-20, 2014
Medellín,
Colombia
The Colombian
American Chamber of Commerce invites you to join Commissioner Juan
Carlos Zapata on a Trade Mission to Medellín, Colombia. Medellin has
been named the world’s most innovative city beating out New York and
Tel Aviv. Today, Medellín is an international city and destination of
business and tourism.
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April 24, 2013
Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida
Ann Bacher, U.S.
Department of Commerce’s Regional Senior Commercial Officer for North
Africa, Jordan and Lebanon will address opportunities in the markets
of Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Lebanon and Jordan. Learn about
the unique opportunities that exist in infrastructure, energy,
healthcare, and safety/security products.
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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, 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 16-17, 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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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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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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