February 2024 | Newsletter

  • February 17, 2024

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WTCM Names 2024 International Women’s Day Awardees

 

Join us as the WTCM and South Florida’s international business community celebrate the 20th Annual International Women’s Achievement Awards on March 15, 2024 at the Biltmore Coral Gables. Five extraordinary women who understand the importance of trade for the community have been selected for the award. To learn more about our awardees and for Registration and Sponsorship Opportunities


Click here

 

Meet and Connect at the next WTCM Trading After Hours February Networking Reception

February 28, 2024 | 4:40 – 6:30 PM 

This month we are partnering with the Costa Rica Chamber of Commerce USA and will be joined by:

  • The Honorable Patricia Ugalde, Consul General of Costa Rica
  • Alvaro Piedra Melendez, Trade Commissioner of Costa Rica (PROCOMER)

  👉Learn More & RSVP Today

 

WTCM and AMCHAMDR SIGN COLLABORATIVE MOU

The World Trade Center Miami and the American Chamber of Commerce of the Dominican Republic recently convened at the WTCM, unveiling a Memorandum of Understanding Agreement whose purpose is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of trade and logistics cooperation, promising mutual benefits for Florida and the Dominican Republic.  👉READ MORE👈

WTCM Welcomes the Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia

In a joint partnership with the Miami-Dade County International Trade Consortium (ITC), the WTCM recently welcomed a Serbian delegation led by the Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia to the US. The potential of prospective direct air service between Miami International Airport and Belgrade, Serbia has opened doors for collaboration in multiple industries including food & beverage, tourism, trade and emerging technology.

👉CLICK HERE TO SEE LINKEDIN POST👈

 

Connect Globally – Prosper Locally


NEW

The International Miami Calendar – A Tool for the International Community

Available to WTCM Stakeholders and to the greater Miami international community at large, the WTCM International Miami Calendar is an online resource to advertise upcoming meetings, events and business activities geared for the international community. If your organization has international events you would like to promote on the WTCM site, please complete the form found here: 👉EVENT SUBMISSION👈

 

To view list of companies, click here 

B2B Networking Event | Meet Colombian Companies 

February 21-22 | 9:00 AM -2 PM

The American Chamber of Commerce in Barranquilla, Colombia will hold two days of networking meetings at the World Trade Center Miami . This matchmaking and networking event will provide an excellent opportunity to establish connections, explore new business prospects in both markets and connect potential clients and suppliers.     👉  REGISTER

📧for info:tradecenter@amchambaq.com

 

The US Commercial Service To Present STOPFAKES ROADSHOW 

March 21, 2024 | Miami, FL

The US Commercial Service present an all-day STOPFAKES.gov Roadshow at the WTCM on March 21 from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The Roadshow delivers critically important information about intellectual property, presented by multiple government agencies that deal with intellectual property issues.  Participants may also apply for Copyright and Trademark Recordation with CBP onsite.  👉Complete details and Registration👈

 

S&P Global, Producer of the Journal of Commerce, Offering Registration Discount for TPM24

March 3-6, 2024 |  Long Beach, CA

TPM organized by S&P Global, is The premier conference for international container shipping and supply chain.

Take advantage of an exclusive 10% discount on the standard shipper rate, enter code: AMFBTPM24 at checkout. Discount valid for new registrants only.

👉Complete details and Registration👈

The WTCM and S&P Global / Journal of Commerce collaborate on promotion of WTCM trade shows and conferences.

 

Become a member of the WTCM today and unlock global opportunities for you and your company. Click on the link below for information and more details. Let’s welcome our Newest Members 🙌

Air Canada

Masima Advisors Co.

IG Travel Center

Geodis – Transport, Logistics & Supply Chain

Equitable

Costa Rica Chamber of Commerce USA


JOIN TODAY

2024📅 Upcoming Events

Global Trade Intelligence Quarterly Series

March 20, 2024 – 4 PM

Location: World Trade Center Miami 

✅To RSVP, CLICK HERE New WTCM Event

Trading After Hours Networking Reception

March 20, 2024 – 5 PM

Location: World Trade Center Miami 

✅To RSVP, CLICK HERE New WTCM Event

March 15th: International Women’s Day Achievement Awards Luncheon 

11AM – 2PM – The Biltmore Coral Gables

✅RSVP TODAY CLICK HERE

Sponsorship Opportunities are available

SAVE DE DATE

May 23nd: STATE OF THE PORTS LUNCHEON & WORLD TRADE MONTH TABLETOP EXPO & TRADING AFTER HOURS RECEPTION  

Location: The Hilton Blue Lagoon 

For more info, 📧 Robert Hernandez

Americas Food & Beverage Show and Conference, 

September 16-18, 2024

Location: Miami Beach Convention Center

Showcase your food & beverage products to a wide range of distributors and buyers from across the globe. Purchase your exhibit booth today.

For More Information: CLICK HERE

October 15-16: cargalogistica Americas Summit

October 15th -16th – W Hotel – Panama City, Panama

NEW! A two-day conference and exhibition focused on Latin America, business opportunities and best practice cases. Powered by World Trade Center Miami and Messe München.

For more information: CLICK HERE

January 21-13, 2025: Aerospace Defense Americas Summit

Location: Miami & Cape Canaveral,  Florida

NEW! Join us in exploring solutions for strengthening and safeguarding aerospace and defense supply chains. To Stay Informed: CLICK HERE

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Ivan Barrios - President and CEO

Ivan Barrios

President & CEO

Ivan Barrios is the President/CEO of the World Trade Center Miami. Ivan has served in this role since January 2020.

He most recently worked as Vice President for International Trade Development & TEAM Florida missions at Enterprise Florida, Inc., the state of Florida’s official economic development agency. He managed a statewide team of trade specialists that assisted Florida companies to export their products and services overseas.

Ivan has organized 28 Governor led trade missions to 22 countries from 1999–2015 for three governors. Special projects included 3,000 one-on-one business matchmaking appointments for exporters, managing two hemispheric trade shows, producing and publishing five Florida International Trade and Services Directories, coordinating the activities of the Florida International Bankers Association and creating the Florida Trade Data Center, a first of its kind information hub for Florida exporters.

Ivan holds a position on the Board of Directors of the World Trade Centers Association, where he represents the North American region. His extensive experience includes serving as a board member for the South Florida District Export Council and the Miami-Dade County International Trade Consortium. Ivan is an alumnus of the University of Miami, where he earned his degree in Business Administration.

Alice Ancona

Chief Operating Officer
Alice Ancona has held this role since January 2020.  She is charged with boosting organizational resilience and value creation of the operations, events, strategic programing, marketing and trade shows of the World Trade Center Miami (WTCM). With over two decades of experience, she brings a wealth of expertise to her position. In addition, she is charged with creating and executing international trade programs, trade missions, economic development initiatives, advocacy efforts, and innovative revenue-generating solutions as well as providing strategic long-term planning for the organization.
Before joining WTCM, Ms. Ancona led the international endeavors of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, serving as a prominent advocate for policies that enhance international trade, logistics, and investments. Her efforts centered on removing trade barriers, expanding market access, facilitating exports, negotiating trade agreements, and strengthening Florida’s trade infrastructure. Ms. Ancona played a pivotal role in connecting Florida to the global trade arena, facilitating relationships with international stakeholders, foreign agencies, elected officials, member companies, and governmental bodies at the state and federal levels.
Prior to her work at the Florida Chamber, Ms. Ancona spearheaded the governmental affairs division at the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. In this capacity, she directed policy agendas on a diverse range of issues, including trade, infrastructure investment, transportation, and workforce development. Her accomplishments include leading successful campaigns for the passage of crucial trade agreements, such as the Colombia FTA, DR-CAFTA, Panama FTA, Chile FTA, and KORUS. She also contributed to efforts to secure the Free Trade Areas of the Americas.
Ms. Ancona’s contributions extend beyond her professional roles.  She is a recognized thought leader and speaker at industry conferences, providing insights on global market dynamics, trade policy, and cross-border strategies. She has actively participated in various steering committees for Florida’s transportation planning initiatives and has been an active member of the Florida International Trade Partnership. Her involvement also includes serving on the Board of the Miami Dade County International Trade Consortium. Her dedication and achievements have earned her recognition, including the 2014 International Women’s Day Award from World Trade Center Miami, the 2015 Person of the Year designation by the Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association, Inc., and the 2016 Women of Distinction Award from the Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce.