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Florida
International Trade News & Events
March 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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World Bank PSLO -
Enterprise Florida Events
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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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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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The 2015 Panama International Boat
Show will be held at the Flamenco Marine which is conveniently located
in downtown Panama City. This event is designed to showcase marine
accessories and equipment as well as a selection of pleasure
boats,superyachts and more. According to the 2014 U.S. Department of
Commerce's Pleasure Boat International Resource Guide, the pleasure
boat market has significantly grown in the last seven years as a result
of the dynamism of the Panamanian economy. U.S. boat products are in
high demand and the market offers many opportunities for U.S.
companies.
A limited number of Enterprise Florida Target Sector Trade Event Grants
are being made available, on a first-come, first-served basis, to
qualified Florida companies. Florida exhibitors will also have the
opportunity to meet with U.S. Department of Commerce staff at 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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Medical Fair
Thailand 2015 offers global players the ideal business platform to
showcase products, solutions and services as well as to keep abreast of
new technological improvements and developments for the region’s flourishing
medical and health care industry.
Medical Fair Thailand 2015 will present three new dedicated platforms
in the areas of: Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in
Healthcare, Biomedical Sciences and Pharmaceuticals, and Rehabilitation
Care. Medical Fair Thailand will also include a series of insightful
conferences, discussion forums and workshops presented by key thought
leaders and industry leads from the global healthcare and medical
industries.
A limited number of reimbursable
Trade Grants are available to qualified Florida companies to help enter
and expand global sales in Asia. Target Sector Trade Grants will cover
100% of a trade show booth up to $7,500. Please CLICK HERE for more information.
For further
information, please contact:
Michael Schiffhauer
Enterprise Florida Inc.
mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
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Enterprise Florida is coordinating
the Florida presence at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai (October
18-22,2015). Florida companies from the information technology and
communication sectors are invited to exhibit their products and
services at this international fair, considered to be the business
gateway to the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia Region (MEASA).
Since its inception in 1981, this annual show has focused on providing
exhibitors with a high ROI through direct business opportunities with decision
makers. It attracts more than 143,000 ICT professionals from 150
countries and is organized in twelve sectors: Software Solutions,
Hardware Solutions, Network and Security, Office Automation, Card Tech,
Government, Gulfcomms, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Digital Marketing,
Consumer Tech, Mobile Apps and Content World.
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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The third webinar of the
Trade Winds - Africa Webinar Series will highlight Ghana's economy,
which has been strengthened by a quarter century of relatively sound
management, a competitive business environment, and sustained
reductions in poverty levels. Receive a market briefing from our Senior
Commercial Officer from the U.S Embassy in Ghana. Gain credible insight
on current opportunities and how to take advantage of them. Learn best
practices from exporters already doing business and succeeding in the market.
Get answers to your unique business challenges. Join the U.S.
Commercial Service to ask questions specific to your business and make
key contacts.
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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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The Central Florida
"Friends of International Trade" invite you to attend Global
Trade and Transportation: Freight Forwarders, Customs Brokers and
Incoterms. A vital part to an international business deal is the
logistics of transporting the product from the seller to the buyer.
Learn from a group of experts the do's and don'ts of international
shipping. Whether you are an experienced exporter/importer or just
getting started, this is a great opportunity to learn how to improve
the logistics side of your business!
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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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The World Strategic Forum
is presented by the International Economic Forum of the Americas. Its
mission is to address the major governance challenges of the new world
economic order, focusing on the central role of the Americas and in the
global market. The Forum has become a strategic platform for
discussions and corporate insights into the global economy. It also
presents opportunities for business synergies aimed at long-term
partnerships in the context of changing dynamics in the global economy.
Every year the Forum attracts Heads of States, central bank governors,
Fortune 500 CEOs and global thought leaders. These leaders gather to
share their views about critical financial, business, energy and
international trade issues. A special 25% discount will be provided to
Florida local businesses! Register now with the promo code MD25 and
receive your 25% discount.
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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. 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
Southern Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (SFMSDC) is
pleased to announce its 30th Annual Business Expo to be held April
13-15, 2015 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale,
Florida. The SFMSDC’s Annual Business Expo is the largest minority
business event in South Florida designed to ensure that minority-owned
companies at all stages of development are positioned for greater
success. At the event, attendees will learn about $13.7 billion dollars
in business opportunities and meet hundreds of business owners and
buyers in one place. Activities include: A CEO Forum, power-packed Boot
Camps and Workshops, free Business Coaching, Business Pitch
Competition, One-on-One Appointments, Business Familiarization Tour,
Product Demos and Youth Hack-a-thon. The luncheon keynote speaker is
Mike Fernandez, Chairman of MBF Health Partners, Billionaire and Author
of Humbled by the Journey: Life Lessons for My Family and Yours.
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The Association of
Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, is the 3rd largest economy in Asia
and the world's 7th largest. Comprised of 10 member states: Indonesia;
Malaysia; Philippines; Singapore; Thailand; Brunei; Vietnam; Laos;
Myanmar; and Cambodia, they represent more than 1.7 million square
miles—over half the size of the continental United States—and a
population of 626 million with an economy valued at $2.4 trillion. The
ASEAN marketplace offers many opportunities for Florida companies
looking to export their products and services to that region. And with
ASEAN’s participation in the negotiations surrounding the Trans Pacific
Partnership (TPP) agreement, Florida is well positioned to benefit from
increased trade flows to and from this region.
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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 Tampa Bay Export
Alliance presents the 2015 International Town Hall. This event kicks
off World Trade Month with an in-depth look at the people and programs
driving international business growth in Tampa Bay. In addition to keynote
presentations, the event will feature panels, fireside chats and expo
as well as extensive time for Q&A, discussion among participants,
and networking opportunities. Don't miss the chance to be part of
the conversation at this exciting and interactive signature event.
Enter promotional code: THEDC to receive $10 off of your registration.
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The United States
Department of Commerce (USDOC), International Trade Administration, is
organizing a healthcare equipment, services, and technologies business
development mission to Egypt, Jordan and Israel, with an optional stop
in the West Bank, taking place May 16–21, 2015. Ken Hyatt, the Deputy
Under Secretary of the USDOC International Trade Administration, will
lead the mission giving participants a higher level of access to
government officials and decision makers. The purpose of the mission is
to introduce representatives from U.S. firms and related trade
associations to the region and to promote exports of U.S. healthcare
products and services. Delegates will receive market briefings and
participate in customized meetings with prospective partners. Companies
may also participate in a stop in the West Bank city of Ramallah at an
additional cost.
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(New)
2015 International Trade
Certificate Program
May 28-June 18,
2015
Ft. Lauderdale,
Florida
The Florida SBDC Fort
Lauderdale will be offering its 2015 International Trade Certificate
Program every Tuesday and Thursday starting on May 28th and ending on
June 18th. The program will consist of seven sessions from 4:30pm-
8:30pm each evening including dinner. If you own a successful business
and want to explore potential international markets or an exporter
looking to enhance your knowledge, then this program is right for you.
This program is accredited by National Association of Small Business
International Trade Educators (NASBITE). Attendees will receive a
certificate from the SBDC upon completion of the training. In addition,
this program prepares attendees to become Certified Business Global
Professionals (CGBP). Contact Parbatee Chang at parbatee.chang@floridasbdc.org for more information.
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June
18-20, 2015
Panama City,
Panama
The
Latin Auto Parts Expo is the leading auto part show in Latin America
and the Caribbean. The Expo provides manufacturers and distributors
direct access to the OEM, replacement parts, aftermarket parts,
automotive re-manufactured parts and tuning markets in a warm and
personal setting that forges long lasting commercial and personal
relationships.
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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. 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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Latin American
& Caribbean Tyre Expo is known to be the largest and the most
important show for the tire manufacturing companies in Latin America
and the Caribbean. The expo allows the buyers (tire business owners,
dealers, and retailers) to interact personally with the exhibitors and
know their latest products, prices, demands and requirements to
distribute their brands. New business dealings are executed and the
participating companies get to grow their customer contacts in the
Latin American and Caribbean markets.
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