International Trade News & Events (Enterprise Florida)

Florida International Trade News & Events               May 27, 2015 Welcome to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events newsletter! New Enterprise Florida announcements this week: The Basic Guide to Exporting: A Roadmap for Your Global Business New Enterprise Florida events this week: Global Economic Forecast (Pensacola, Florida) New Partner trade events this week: Export 101: Identifying Overseas Markets (Pompano Beach, Florida) Events are listed in order by date. Please contact individual event organizers for additional information. Programs & Services for Florida Exporters Enterprise Florida, Inc. Exporting Assistance Florida Export Directory Florida Trade Offices International Offices Trade Grants World Bank Opportunities  Platinum Member Sponsor Calendar of Events For a complete listing of Enterprise Florida events, please click the link below. To be added to our Trade Events mailing list please click here.  Announcements (New) The Basic Guide to Exporting: A Roadmap for your Global Business Success The U.S. Department of Commerce’s 11th edition of A Basic Guide to Exporting is available for your small business! The Basic Guide to Exporting will help you navigate the global business process with critical tips about: developing an export plan, taking advantage of free trade agreements, leveraging e-commerce in a global strategy, finding buyers, and understanding financing options. This book provides the information you need to feel confident about selling overseas. Enterprise Florida Trade Events International Logistics and Material Handling Exhibition (SIL) 2015 June 9-11, 2015 Barcelona, Spain Join Enterprise Florida at the premier logistics trade show in Europe and the Mediterranean: 17th Salón Internacional De La Logística Y De La Manutención. This must-attend logistics event offers networking, business contacts and knowledge through the international congress of logistics leaders. As the international point of reference where all logistics sectors are represented, SIL 2015 acts as a bridge for business between Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, and the Americas. Every sector of the supply chain participates in Círculo Logístico. The Círculo Logístico is the exclusive space dedicated to Logistics Managers. Enterprise Florida has secured space for a limited number of booths for a Florida Pavilion. Individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to co-exhibit within the pavilion. Price reduced for turnkey booths! Also, Enterprise Florida will offer a catalog option for companies interested in direct marketing by an Enterprise Florida representative at the show. For further information, please contact: Luis Perez-Codina Enterprise Florida Inc. lperez-codina@enterpriseflorida.com ExpoPack 2015 June 16-19, 2015 Mexico City, Mexico 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 (New) Global Economic Forecast July 13, 2015 Pensacola, Florida What does the future hold for Florida businesses and households? When is a demand-driven talent supply system not enough? Why should small businesses consider opportunities outside of U.S. borders? These questions and more will be answered at the Global Economic Forecast. University of West Florida Economist Dr. Rick Harper will present the economic outlook for the region, state and the nation. CareerSource Florida Vice President Dr. Rod Lewis will examine CareerSource Florida's Market Intelligence Portal and Florida's labor market future. Senior Vice President Manny Mencia of Enterprise Florida’s International Trade Division will present an overview of Florida’s international business assets and resources to support export promotion. Registrations will be processed on a first come, first saved basis. Seating is limited. For further information, please contact: Andrea Moore Enterprise Florida Inc. amoore@enterpriseflorida.com   Medical Fair Thailand September 10-12, 2015 Bangkok, Thailand 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 GITEX Technology Week October 18-22, 2015 Dubai, UAE 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 Partner Trade Events 2015 Florida-Korea Summit May 28, 2015 Tampa, Florida Join us at the Port of Tampa the afternoon of this coming May 28 for the 2015 Florida-Korea Summit, our regular statewide gathering of Florida-Korea business, education, tourism, and cultural leaders for info exchange, networking, and to renew existing or develop new friendship ties. This year’s summit will include opening remarks by Florida Secretary of Commerce, Mr. Bill Johnson, a keynote address by the Honorable Seong-jin Kim, Consul General, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Atlanta, expert panelist presentations on Florida-Korea linkages and ties, a Q & A session and an Asian business networking reception immediately following the summit program. For more details click here.   The Water Expo June 2-3, 2015 Miami, Florida The Water Expo is the only trade show and conference based in the USA targeting domestic and international major markets at the same time, like East USA, Florida, PLUS Latin America & the Caribbean. The event showcases cutting-edge technologies, services, know-how & education in 2 editions in 2015: Spring on June 2 & 3, serving Irrigation & Groundwater and Fall on Sept 15 & 16 serving Water Quality, Supply & Waste Water. For complete information visit www.TheWaterExpo.com. Contact: Jose A Garcia at mail@TheWaterExpo.com or call 305.412.EXPO (3976). Miami-Dade County Business Development Mission to Paris and Marseille, France June 12-20, 2015 Paris & Marseille, France France was South Florida's 12th largest trading partner in 2014, moving up four spots from the year before and becoming our top trading partner among all European countries. South Florida's bilateral trade with France amounted to $2.65 billion in 2014, an increase of 9.4% from the prior year. Additionally, in terms of foreign direct investment, France has the 3rd most multinational corporations (42) among all foreign countries with a presence in Miami-Dade County. Mission participants will explore business opportunities and participate in pre-arranged one-to-one business meetings, receive customized trade briefings and participate in networking meetings with French business leaders, trade and industry agencies and government officials. Miami-Dade companies in the following sectors are encouraged to participate: Aviation/ Aerospace; Computers, Parts and Services; Telecommunications Equipment and Printers; Logistics; Medical Equipment; Cosmetics and Skin Care Products; Travel and Tourism; and Professional Services. Latin Auto Parts Expo 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. Food Taipei June 24-27, 2015 Taipei, Taiwan 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). (New) Export 101: Identifying Overseas Markets June 30, 2015 Pompano Beach, Florida Finding customers is challenging for every business, but even more so overseas. Whether you are already exporting, or just looking to test the water, the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise Florida will show you how to identify where your product, or service, is in demand! From trade statistics to market research reports, pricing your products/services, finding a potential agent/distributor or engaging in business matchmaking, there are resources available to help you identify the best market. Go Global: Exporting for Business Growth June 30, 2015 Orlando, Florida 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. Business Development Mission to Trinidad and Tobago and Trade & Investment Convention July 7-12, 2015 Trinidad and Tobago The Exporters Association-USA (EAUSA) 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. Only two spots available with EAUSA. Latin American and Caribbean Tyre Expo July 16-18, 2015 Panama City, Panama 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. Medical Delegation to India Healthcare Executive Service July 27-August 1, 2015 New Delhi, Mumbai & Chennai, India The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is pleased to announce the opportunity for U.S. companies to join the Healthcare Executive Service program to India. Delegates will benefit from: U.S. Commercial Service Gold Key Matchmaking (one-on-one meeting schedules) in New Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai (India’s three healthcare industry hubs); Local ground transportation in all three locations; Country/Industry briefings by U.S. Embassy/Consulate industry specialists in each location; Entrance to the Medicall Trade Show in Chennai; Catalog exhibition at the Medicall Trade Show in Chennai; Networking lunch hosted by the Medicall Trade Show; and Site visits to local healthcare facilities.

International Trade Leads: Enterprise Florida

Enterprise Florida is pleased to bring you our latest International Trade Leads.  To view a SUMMARY of the trade leads, please click here: Trade Lead Summary. To view the DETAILED REPORTS, please click the links below:                 Chemicals, Petrochemicals & Composites Clean Technologies Construction, Building & Heavy Equipment Consumer Goods & Home Furnishings Food Products, Processing & Packaging Scrap Materials/Recycling To view Previous Trade Leads, please Click Here.                                                             What Are They?  Trade leads include foreign companies who are interested in making direct purchases from Florida companies, acting as a manufacturer's representative or agent/distributor, and joint ventures.  In support of EFI's Africa Trade Expansion Program, we also provide leads from African companies looking to sell their products or services to Florida and the U.S.  Where Do They Come From?  The majority of these leads are generated by our International Offices in 14 overseas markets.  How Can I Follow Up On These Leads?  If you wish to follow up on any of these leads, you can contact the foreign company directly with the information provided on the detailed report.  We ask that you also copy the International Office or Florida staff-person that submitted the lead.  Their information is also included in the report.  Please be sure to mention that you received this information from Enterprise Florida. Florida distributors should be aware that they may be required to have the right to distribute products in a particular country before doing business there.  Please contact the person who submitted the lead if you have any questions.  What Else Does Enterprise Florida Do For Florida Exporters?  To learn more about Enterprise Florida’s programs and services for Florida exporters, please visit our website at http://www.enterpriseflorida.com/services/export-from-florida/.  You can also view our calendar of international trade events online at http://www.enterpriseflorida.com/events/.  How Can I Get More Help?  For additional assistance, questions or comments about our trade leads or other programs, please contact your local Enterprise Florida trade representative.

New Members Networking Event @ CAMACOL

Honorees at Gala Dinner /Homenajeados en la Cena de Gala Hotel Biltmore, June 4, 2015

Multi Chambers of Commerce Event: Wednesday 13th, 2015

Do not miss this opportunity. Be there @ The Biltmore Hotel, with business leaders from all over the world!

Be There! Business Luncheon@36th Hemispheric Congress

The place to be: June 2, 2015 / El lugar para estar: Junio 2, 2015

2015 Florida-Korea Summit : May 28, 2015 @ Port Tampa Bay

2015 Florida-Korea Summit Date: May 28, 2015 Location: Port Tampa Bay 815 Channelside Drive Tampa, Florida 33602 Time: 1:00pm-6:30pm The Florida-Korea Economic Cooperation Committee, Inc. (‘FLORKOR’) will present its next Florida-Korea Summit Program in partnership with Port Tampa Bay, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and Enterprise Florida, in conjunction with an EFI board meeting to be held earlier the same day. This statewide summit program brings together Florida-Korea business and community leaders from around the state and the host city and affords them the opportunity to meet key Korean government, economic development and business leaders. This year’s summit will include opening remarks by Florida Secretary of Commerce, Mr. Bill Johnson, a keynote address by the Honorable Seong-jin Kim, Consul General, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Atlanta, expert panelist presentations on Florida-Korea linkages and ties, a Q & A session and an Asian business networking reception immediately following the summit program. Anyone interested in attending can contact us for more info or register online via our website www.florkor.org or by clicking this link www.florkor.org/RegistrationForm2.htm. Registration deadline is May 25 and group discount rates are available at the Embassy Suites through May 17.   For more information please contact: The Florida-Korea Economic Cooperation Committee, Inc. Tel: 786-235-8289 Email: info@florkor.org www.enterpriseflorida.com

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Business Alerts from Miami-Dade County

Event:	Business and Trade Development Mission to France SPACE IS LIMITED – REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 7, 2015
Event Date:	06/12/15
Contact #:	305-375-3885 or mdreyfu@miamidade.gov
Location:	Paris and Marseille, France
Description:	You are invited to join Miami-Dade County and Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez, on a business and trade development mission to Paris and Marseille, France from June 12-20, 2015.   For registration and sponsorship information <>
Event:	eMerge Americas Technology Conference
Event Date:	05/01/15
Contact #:	305-340-2589
Location:	Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Description:	eMerge Americas Technology Conference May 1-5, 2015
Event:	Inbound IT Trade Mission from the Netherlands
Event Date:	05/04/15
Contact #:	786-866-0492
Location:	Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Description:	Business-to-Business Matchmaking with members of Inbound IT Trade Mission from the Netherlands - May 4-8, 2015 Business Sectors: Serious Gaming, Smart IT, e-Learning, IT Warehousing, IT Logistics, and Research Centers
Event:	15th ABICC World Business Month 2015
Event Date:	05/04/15
Contact #:	305-365-7247
Location:	The Double Tree Grand Hotel, Biscayne Bay, Miami, FL
Description:	The Hungarian American Chamber of commerce, The Romanian American Board of Trade and the Association of Bi-National Chambers of Commerce in Florida (ABICC) invites you to attend the inauguration of the 15th ABICC World Business Month 2015
Event:	EFI Connect to Florida's Global Network Reception
Event Date:	05/05/15
Contact #:	305-808-3389
Location:	Becker & Poliakoff, Alhambra Tower, Coral Gables, FL
Description:	Enterprise Florida's (EFI) representatives will discuss economic conditions, trade and investment opportunities for Florida, as well as services offered by EFI for exporters, economic development organizations and international trade agencies.
Event:	Inbound Agricultural Trade Mission from Costa Rica
Event Date:	05/06/15
Contact #:	786-477-5750
Location:	Miami Free Zone, Miami, FL
Description:	The Costa Rican Trade Promotion Office in Miami, PROCOMER will host an Inbound Agricultural Trade Mission from Costa Rica on May 6, 2015
Event:	Business Matchmaking Trade Mission from Guatemala
Event Date:	05/12/15
Contact #:	954-839-8866
Location:	3785 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami, FL
Description:	Business Matchmaking with Inbound Trade Mission from Guatemala - May 12-14, 2015
Event:	Maison & Objet Americas
Event Date:	05/12/15
Contact #:	800-518-6672
Location:	Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Description:	Maison & Objet Americas presented by Safi Americas, LLC and is a premier interior design and lifestyle summit - May 12-15, 2015
Event:	2015 South Florida Global Trade Summit
Event Date:	05/14/15
Contact #:	954-839-8866
Location:	Sunrise Civic Center, Sunrise, FL
Description:	At the South Florida Global Trade Summit attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the latest industry trends, as well as take part in Business-to-Business Matchmaking meetings
Event:	OWIT Panel Discussion
Event Date:	05/14/15
Contact #:	786-351-9325
Location:	The Beacon Council, Miami, FL
Description:	Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT) South Florida presents a Panel Discussion entitled, "Miami and Cuba Opportunities and Challenges"
Event:	2015 Conference South Florida Logistics and Trade
Event Date:	05/15/15
Contact #:	305-577-5469
Location:	Hilton Miami Downtown
Description:	Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce presents its 2015 Conference South Florida Logistics and Trade with keynote speakers: Jim Boxold, Secretary, FL Dept. of Transportation, Bill Johnson, Pres. & CEO, Enterprise Florida and Tamara Lundgren, Pres. & CEO, Schnitzer Steel Industries and Chairman, Board of Directors, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Event:	Hospitalar 2015
Event Date:	05/19/15
Contact #:	407-956-5634
Location:	Sao Paulo, Brazil
Description:	Join Enterprise Florida at Hospitalar 2015 in Sao Paulo, Brazil from May 19-22, 2015
Event:	U.S.-Brazil Chamber of Comm. Business Breakfast
Event Date:	05/21/15
Contact #:	305-591-0309
Location:	Aloft Miami, Doral, FL
Description:	U.S.-Brazil Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast with guest speaker Eric Olafson, Intergovernmental Affairs/Cargo Development, Port of Miami
Event:	Consular & Foreign Trade Officials Reception
Event Date:	05/21/15
Contact #:	305-577-5486
Location:	Villa Woodbine, Miami, FL
Description:	Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce (GMCC), presents the Consular & Foreign Trade Officials in Miami Reception
Event:	CANSEC
Event Date:	05/27/15
Contact #:	813-276-9430
Location:	Ottawa, Canada
Description:	Join Enterprise FL at "Canada's premiere defense trade show" CANSEC - May 27-28, 2015
Event:	South Florida Boat Show 2015
Event Date:	05/29/15
Contact #:	954-946-6164
Location:	Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Description:	South Florida Boat Show 2015 presented by Professional Show Management - May 29-31, 2015
Event:	World Vapor Expo 2015
Event Date:	05/29/15
Contact #:	305-469-1051
Location:	Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Description:	World Vapor Expo 2015 "is a hybrid B2B and B2C electronic cigarette conference, the largest and first of its kind" - May 29-31, 2015
Event:	36th Hemispheric Congress of Latin American Chamber
Event Date:	06/01/15
Contact #:	305-642-3870
Location:	Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables, FL
Description:	The Latin Chamber of Commerce of USA's 36th Hemispheric Congress of Latin American Chambers - June 1-4, 2015
Event:	U.S.-Brazil Chamber of Comm. Business Breakfast
Event Date:	06/17/15
Contact #:	305-591-0309
Location:	Aloft Miami, Doral, Miami
Description:	U.S.-Brazil Chamber of Comm. Business Breakfast with guest speaker Chris Mangos, Director, Marketing Division, Miami-Dade Aviation Department

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