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Florida International Trade Events Newsletter - November 12, 2015


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Florida International Trade Events Newsletter      November 12, 2015

Welcome to Enterprise Florida's International trade events newsletter!
                                                                  
New Enterprise Florida trade events:
Export Development Trade Mission to Mexico (Mexico City, Mexico)

New and Updated Partner trade events:



Events are listed in order by date. Please contact individual event organizers for additional information.


Programs & Services for Florida Exporters



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Enterprise Florida Trade Events

 
Export Sales Mission to Honduras

December 1-3, 2015
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) will lead an export sales mission to Honduras from December 1-3, 2015. The country of Honduras holds vast opportunities for Florida companies interested in increasing their footprint in the Central American market. In fact, it serves as a distribution platform for the rest of Central America due to some of the lowest logistical costs in the region. Facilitated by the U.S.-Central America Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR), the U.S. has become the chief trading partner for Honduras and exporters benefit from eliminated tariffs and barriers.

EFI will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking one-on-one appointments. Small and mid-sized Florida manufacturers and eligible high-tech companies and professional service providers may qualify for a Gold Key Grant, which will offset 100 percent of 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.

For further information, please contact:
Stephanie Pavolini
Enterprise Florida Inc.
spavolini@enterpriseflorida.com

Jorge Riano
Enterprise Florida Inc.
jriano@enterpriseflorida.com
 
Arab Health 2016

January 25-28, 2016
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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
 
Singapore Airshow 2016

February 16-21, 2016
Changi, Singapore
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
 
Dubai International Boat Show

March 1-5, 2016
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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
 
CeBIT 2016

March 14-18, 2016
Hannover, Germany
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
 
Export Sales Mission to Korea and Taiwan

April 15-23, 2016
Seoul, Korea and Taipei, Taiwan
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.

For further information, please contact:
John Diep
Enterprise Florida Inc.
jdiep@enterpriseflorida.com

Max Stewart
Enterprise Florida Inc.
mstewart@enterpriseflorida.com
 
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Export Development Trade Mission to Mexico

May 23-26, 2016
Mexico City, Mexico
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.

For further information, please contact:
Ilona Vega
Enterprise Florida Inc.
ivega@enterpriseflorida.com

Stephanie Pavolini
Enterprise Florida Inc.
spavolini@enterpriseflorida.com
Partner Trade Events

38th Annual SEUS/Japan Joint Meeting

November 15-17, 2015
Birmingham, Alabama
Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S./Japan Association (‘SEUS/Japan’) is pleased to announce that Florida Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera will officially lead the Florida Delegation to the 38th Annual Joint Meeting of the Japan U.S./Southeast and Southeast U.S./Japan Associations in Birmingham, Alabama November 15-17, 2015. Regular registration for Florida Delegates ends October 23rd, and a special promotional rate is available for first-time delegates. This year’s program will include remarks and presentations by senior business, economic development and government leaders, with emphasis on trade, investment, tourism and friendly ties between Florida/the Southeast U.S. and Japan. Additionally, Japan’s Ambassador to the U.S. and Dr. Condoleezza Rice will participate as keynote speakers; Amb. Andrew Young is the capstone speaker. The meeting will provide exciting networking opportunities for all of the some 400-500 participating delegates, including a golf tournament, tours, receptions, meals and entertainment. For more details, call us at 786-235-8289 or visit us online at www.fl-seusjapan.org.
The Universidad San Ignacio De Loyola - Escuela de Postgrado invites you to attend the Peru, Chile & Colombia: How American Companies Can Enter These Key Markets. The objective of this seminar is to present in the United States the most important economic facts, business environment and investment opportunities in Peru, Chile and Colombia. This seminar is targeted to professionals and businessmen in the United States interested in exploring and learning about the business environment and investment opportunities of Peru, Chile and Colombia.

(New)
Dominican International Business & Tourism Expo 2015

November 18, 2015
Doral, Florida
Join the Dominican International Business & Tourism Federation for the Dominican Intl Business & Tourism Expo 2015. Build your business connections. Local participants from over 15 countries and more than 1,300 business executives and professionals will attend the event. There will be marketing and finance seminars along with special promotions and raffles. Exhibitors will have business appointments based on your industry and product and/or services demonstrations via media networks. Visitors will have access to over 150 participating businesses from throughout. Free admission and parking is available with business card.

 
Doing Business with North Brabant, The Netherlands

November 18, 2015
Orlando, Florida
Join the Brabant Development Agency in learning about the key opportunities for Orange County companies in Tourism, Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Aerospace. Brabant, The Netherlands is one of the most innovative regions in European Union. As the gateway to Europe, the Netherlands has a multilingual, highly educated workforce, 1,200+ foreign investors in North Brabant and 2,100 patent applications in the province each year.
 
(New)
Successful Strategies for New Businesses

November 18-19, 2015
Naples, Florida
Wednesday, November 18th - 9:00am to 11:00am: This course provides basic information and resources to help entrepreneurs start a business. Topics include: licenses and permits, state regulations, financing options, and business development services offered by HBIF.

Thursday, November 19th - 9:00am to 11:00am: Information will be provided on how to get a bank loan, preparation of the loan application, business concept presentation and management of cash flow.

For more information, please contact Diana Teixeira at dteixeira@hbifflorida.org.

XIII Latin American Conference on Rubber Technology

November 23, 2015
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
With 20 years experience, the Latin American Conference on Rubber Technology has become the most important event in this industry. This renowned event offers opportunities to update your knowledge on the latest technology, trends, make important business contacts and further position your company or services and increase its visibility. The XIII Conference will include technical conferences, master classes, workshops, business presentations and scientific studies on rubber and latex technology and related industries.
Join JAX Chamber and The Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in Washington, D.C. for a two-day international conference to discuss the economic impact of regional trade on local businesses in the Southeast.

Salon Nautique International de Paris

December 5-13, 2015
Paris, France
Display your water-related product or service at Salon Nautique International de Paris, an annual event for the nautical world. Salon Nautique International takes place on Dec. 5-13, 2015 at the Porte de Versailles, Paris, France. Visitors benefit from the wide selection of exhibitors where they can compare motorboats and various sailing boats, get professional advice, and enjoy a friendly atmosphere in different animation areas. The show will feature Sailing boats, motorboats, board sports, boat hire, tourism, equipment and more – every water sport is with our 775 exhibitors representing 1,400 brands, on 125,000-m2. For exhibiting information, please contact Kim Fox at 203-840-5986 or kfox@reedexpo.com.
 
EAR / ITAR Compliance Training Series in Miami

December 7-10, 2015
Miami, Florida
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.

Doing Business with Spain

December 8, 2015
Orlando, Florida
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.
 
Meet the District Export Council

December 10, 2015
Orlando, Florida
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.

(New)
Americas Linkage Asia

January 16-26, 2016
Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Shanghai, China and Hong Kong
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.
 
(New)
Complying with U.S. Export Controls

February 17-18, 2016
Tampa, Florida
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.

(New)
Cross Cultural Management Summit 2016

February 18-20, 2016
Melbourne, Florida
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.

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.

 
(New)
Chemical Mission from the USA to Brazil

March 7-11, 2016
Sao Paulo, Brazil
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.
 
Hannover Messe 2016

April 25-29, 2016
Hannover, Germany
The United States is the partner country for Hannover Messe 2016, the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology. This means unmatched international exposure for U.S. companies and economic development organizations (EDOs) participating as exhibitors in the U.S. Pavilion. Your company or EDO has an unprecedented opportunity to showcase your goods, services, and investment opportunities:
  • Connect directly to more than 200,000 attendees, including global investors, buyers, distributors, re-sellers, and members of the business media.
  • Reach a global audience that comes from more than 70 countries.
  • Network with more than 100 business delegations that come to the event ready to make business and investment deals.
  • Connect across industry sectors including energy, industrial automation, digital factory, industrial supply, and research technology.

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