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Florida International Trade Events
Newsletter December 2, 2015
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Welcome
to Enterprise Florida's International trade events newsletter!
New and Updated Enterprise
Florida Trade Events:
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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Enterprise
Florida Trade Events
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Arab Health will be the largest
healthcare event for Middle East with the addition of the new Zabeel
Hall at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre. Over 5,000
exhibitors utilize this show as a launch platform for new products and
services as well as showcasing new developments. Arab Health
attracts decision-makers from the region’s healthcare sector. Arab
Health 2015 attracted 115,000 visitors from over 64 countries around
the world, including medical staff, hospital management, and dealer
distributors.
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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Singapore
Air Show is Asia’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition, hosting
1,018 exhibitors from 76 countries and more than 45,000 visitor
attendees. With major announcements from Airbus, Embraer, Boeing and
Rolls-Royce, 65 of the top 100 aerospace companies will be represented
at the show. This Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) led trip provides
exposure in the Asia-Pacific region for Florida aviation and aerospace
companies. EFI has multiple booth options to choose from, private
meeting rooms and a lounge area within the Florida Pavilion. 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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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. A separate application process will be required for
this grant. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served
basis.
Individuals can participate under the delegate package. Delegate
package does not include any one-on-one appointments. 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.
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.
- “Know
Before You Go” webinars to maximize onsite opportunities and more.
- Enterprise Florida trade grants of up to $6,000 are
available to help offset your exhibition costs in this show.
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Join
Florida Secretary of Commerce Bill Johnson on an Export Development
Trade Mission to Mexico. With 120 million people and a GDP of
approximately $1.33 trillion, 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; our
state exported more than $1.6 billion to Mexico last year.
Option 1: Gold
Key Package
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.The
price of this service is $1,675. Participants will be selected on a
first-come, first-served basis.
Option 2: Select
USA Gold Key Package for EDOs
The U.S. Commercial Service will schedule one-on-one appointments with
pre-screened Mexican companies that have expressed an interest in your
community. SelectUSA Gold Key participation will be limited to Florida
communities that best meet the criteria of potential investors.
Selection of these EDO’s will be on a first come first-served basis.
Final selection will be determined by the U.S. Commercial Officer after
a review to ensure market suitability.
Option 3:
Delegate Package
Individuals can participate under the delegate package. Delegate
package does not include any one-on-one appointments. 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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World Bank PSLO - Enterprise Florida
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Doing
Business 2016 is the thirteenth in a series of annual World Bank Group
reports that compare business regulation in 189 economies. The report
focuses on regulations that affect domestic small and medium-size
enterprises, across 10 areas of business activities: starting a
business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity,
registering property, getting credit, protecting minority investors,
paying taxes, trading across borders, enforcing contracts and resolving
insolvency. Doing Business also measures labor market regulation which
is not included in any of the aggregate measures. Speakers: Hulya Ulku,
Senior Private Sector Development Specialist, Valentina Saltane,
Private Sector Development Specialist. To access the webinar, visit:http://worldbankva.adobeconnect.com/doingbusiness/. Please
login as “Guest” and enter your name and location (i.e.: Daniel,
Washington D.C.).
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Mark your calendar
for a joint trade mission focusing on transportation sector
opportunities at the World Bank Group, Inter-American Development Bank,
Asian Development Bank, and Millennium Challenge Corporation. This
mission is designed to provide companies with an opportunity to:
initiate a dialogue with key experts in the transportation sector,
understand project requirements and constraints, how to access
bank-financed projects, inform staff of the capabilities and interests
of international firms in the transportation sector.
Please join us if you are seeking to learn about projects involving
rural and inter-urban roads, urban transportation, railways, global
road safety, and other areas of transportation (should there be an
interest in the ports or aviation sectors, they will be added to the
program). This mission is an opportunity to understand how projects are
initiated and developed and to find out how your firm can stay informed
of future projects.
For further information, please contact:
Elise Laferrière
Board of Trade of Metropolitan
Montreal
elaferriere@ccmm.qc.ca
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Partner Trade
Events
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This seminar series provides both novice and experienced
export compliance professionals with an in-depth education on export
control regulations administered by the U.S. Departments of State,
Commerce & Treasury. Export Control Reform changes can be a real
benefit to your company's business once you understand how to adapt and
maximize the benefit of list shifts from USML to CCL and how to apply
the new definition of "Specially Designed" in the EAR to
benefit your company. Our instructors are widely respected experts in
the field of export control compliance with over 30 years of experience
in interpreting and applying the rules of both the EAR and the ITAR.
Expect to leave these seminars with an in-depth understanding of what
the current rules are and what you need to do to keep your company
compliant.
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Join the Honorable Inmaculada Gutierrez, Trade
Commissioner of Spain, as she provides an overview of the opportunities
the market has to offer. Spain is the world's 13th-largest economy, the
9th-largest exporter of commercial services, one of Florida's top
merchandise trading partners and one of the largest investors in
Florida.
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The Center for Hemispheric Policy will host a panel
discussion, “Latin America 2016: Economic and Political Forecast” on
Wednesday, December 9, from 8:00 to 12:00 a.m. at the Conrad Miami,
1395 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL. Panelists include Bruce Bagley,
Professor, Department of International Studies, University of Miami,
Miami, Florida; Alberto Bernal-León, Chief Strategist, XP Securities,
LLC, Miami, Florida; Erik Bethel, Managing Director, Darby Private
Equity, Miami, Florida; Eduardo Gamarra, Professor, Department of
Politics and International Relations, Florida International University;
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, Ian
McCluskey, Chief Insights Officer, Thinking Heads, Miami, Florida; John
Price, managing director, Americas Market Intelligence - Miami, Miami,
Florida; Manuel Suárez-Mier, economist in residence, School of
International Service, Florida International University, Miami,
Florida; Franco Uccelli, Executive Director, Emerging Markets Research,
J.P. Morgan, Miami, Florida; and Kathryn Vera, Head of Research and
Partner, Bulltick Capital Markets, Miami, Florida. The cost is $75;
faculty and students free with a valid ID. RSVP to chp-rsvp@miami.edu. For more
information, please call Jennifer Cordova at (305) 284-3708 or visit www.miami.edu/chp.
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Join the District Export Council for a networking
reception with experienced international business mentors with a
mission to help Florida exporters achieve new revenue streams by
selling to customers outside the USA.
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From January 16 -
January 26, 2016, the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce will take more
than 20 Florida business executives to Hong Kong and China. During this
trade mission, Florida companies will have an opportunity to showcase
their services as part of the Asia Forum attracting top representatives
worldwide. The Forum gives participants the opportunity to choose the
countries they wish to meet and explore business opportunities with and
appointments will be scheduled for each delegate as part of the Forum.
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MiaGreen combines a major trade show with front edge
educational and networking programs, showcasing cutting-edge
technologies, services, know-how & education serving the Green
Building, Solar. Energy Storage/Saving, Clean-Tech Industries. MiaGreen
connects with East USA, Florida plus Latin America & Caribbean
markets (40 countries under one roof) from Miami, America's business
capital. A great source also to scout new distributors and
representatives.
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This two-day program is led by BIS' professional
counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export
Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover information
exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements
on commercial goods. The seminar will focus on what items and activities
are subject to the EAR; steps to take to determine export licensing
requirements for your item; how to determine your export control
classification number (ECCN); when you can export or reexport without
applying for a license; export clearance procedures and record keeping
requirements; an overview of the Export Compliance Management Program
(ECMP) concepts; and real life examples in applying this information.
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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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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 Sao 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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