May 2024 | Newsletter

  • May 16, 2024

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WTCM PRESENTED WITH PROCLAMATION FROM MIAMI-DADE COUNTY 


On May 7, 2024, the World Trade Center Miami (WTCM) was presented by Miami-Dade County’s Mayor, County Commissioners, and leadership from the County’s International Trade Consortium with an official Proclamation commemorating May as World Trade Month.
The WTCM was cited for its ongoing efforts to promote and build international business, trade, and commerce throughout Miami-Dade County. READ MORE

STATE OF THE PORTS & TABLETOP EXPO
RESCHEDULED TO NEW DATE IN JUNE


The WTCM State of the Ports Luncheon Presentation, originally planned for Thursday, May 23rd, has been rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. The event is now scheduled for Wednesday, June 5th, at the Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon, the initial venue choice. READ MORE

Both State of the Ports and the Tabletop Business Expo will take place at the Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon, with complimentary parking for attendees.

👉Registration Open: Corporate Tables and Individual Tickets👈

Thank you in advance to our sponsors to-date:  

Presenting Sponsors –  Lemartec and NV2A Group

Gold Sponsors – American Airlines, AECOM, BEA Architects, Miami International Airport, OEC, Suffolk, 

Silver Sponsors – 7AIR, AECOM, Miami Tunnel, Perez & Perez Architects Planners, People’s Plumbing, PortMiami, Seaboard Marine & WSP 

Bronze Sponsors – CAMACOL, GlobalMiami Magazine, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Nova Consulting, PCL Construction & Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.


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Secure your space at our Expo on June 5

$650.00 per table includes:

  • 1-6ft skirted table
  • two chairs
  • waste basket
  • 1 Ticket to attend State of the ports Luncheon


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The WTCM recently announced the findings of the 2023 Economic Impact Study for the World Trade Center Miami Trade Shows which illustrate the vital role that WTCM plays as a key economic driver in the region. The analyses highlight the benefits derived by the two main trade shows: the Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference and the Air Cargo Americas/Supply Chain Americas Show and Exhibition. VIEW FULL STUDY HERE

WTCM TRAVELS TO BRAZIL & ARGENTINA 

In Brazil, the WTCM received a warm welcome by
ABIMDE – Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Materiais de Defesa e Segurança in Brazil.

The U.S. Department of Commerce, in partnership with the World Trade Center Miami, on May 8 met at ABIMDE’s headquarters in São Paulo, to present a proposal for participation in the WTCM Aerospace Defense Americas Conference & Expo in 2025. The CEO of WTCM, Ivan Barrios, and other authorities were welcomed by the executive president of ABIMDE, Aderico Mattioli. ABIMDE represents the interests of the defense and security industries in Brazil.

↪MORE ON AEROSPACE DEFENSE AMERICAS CONFERENCE & EXPO↩


In Argentina, our CEO Ivan Barrios and COO Alice Ancona were recently engaging with government officials, industry associations, and companies to promote participation in the Argentina pavilion at the Americas Food and Beverage Show. WTCM remains very grateful to the Fundación ProMendoza for organizing an eventful agenda, which included meetings, company visits, winery tours, and seminars aimed at advancing the AF&B Show and the World Trade Center Miami. VIEW LINKEDIN POST

🍽️28th Annual AF&B Show in September Will Break Records

Sponsorship Packages Now Available

AF&B will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center across 3 halls for 3 days. Exhibitor Registration is open, and an enhanced Sponsorship Program is now available offering promotional opportunities for every budget. CLICK HERE 

🕊️Attendee/Buyer Early Bird Registration is Now Open!🔖 CLICK HERE

WORLD TRADE MONTH WEBINARS FOCUS ON TIMELY TRADE ISSUES

For May World Trade Month, the WTCM is co-promoting an exclusive series of free webinars being hosted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association (FCBF). Tune-in to ten (10) webinars taking place between May 14 – June 26, 2024. Learn about forced labor, IPR, cargo security and other important and timely trade issues.


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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 🙌

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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.