U.S. Caribbean Business Conference 2025
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
- General Admission: $695.00
- Group Discounts Available.
- Registration Deadline: May 10, 2025
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Join us in Miami, Florida on May 13 and 14, 2025 at the U.S. Caribbean Business Conference! The South Florida District Export Council in collaboration with the U.S. Commercial Service is organizing the U.S. Caribbean Business Conference to help your company access opportunities across this important region.
U.S. Caribbean Business Conference 2025 participants will receive up-to-date market intelligence and help develop practical strategies for winning procurements and for exporting their goods and services.
The program will include U.S. diplomats, industry professionals, trade experts, international business experts, high-level government officials, and seasoned exporters, and there will be plenty of opportunities for networking.
As a participant, you will have the opportunity to network with like-minded companies interested in exploring business opportunities in the Caribbean. At the same time, some of the leading government and private sector experts in the Caribbean region will discuss the latest developments, strategies, and market entry techniques.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The conference is open to U.S. companies from all industries with growth potential in the Caribbean region, including export compliance managers, business development professionals, international sales professionals, and executive staff of exporting companies.
INDUSTRY FOCUS
The event is a great opportunity for all U.S. firms interested in expanding their business in the Caribbean. The industry list below is not exclusive.Priority Industries: Automotive, Aviation and Defense, Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Design and Construction, Education, Energy, Engineering Services, Financial Services, Franchising, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Logistics & Transportation, Processed Foods, Safety and Security, Technology, Transportation and more!
MEET 1-ON-1 WITH U.S. COMMERCIAL DIPLOMATS & BUYERS*
Plug into resources to help you win projects and learn about the markets through one-on-one meetings with U.S. diplomats and buyers across the region. In addition, representatives from U.S. Government agencies will also be available to meet with participants.
- Matchmaking appointments will open on April 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM EST and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that appointments with country officials are limited to a maximum of three per participant. If additional appointments become available, participants will be notified via email. Please note that each attendee is responsible for scheduling their own meetings.
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
- Barbados
- Dominican Republic (One-on-One Appointments Virtual)
- Guyana (One-on-One Appointments Virtual)
- Jamaica
- Suriname
- The Bahamas
- Trinidad and Tobago (One-on-One Appointments Virtual)
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES INVITED
- Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
- U.S. Export Import Bank (EXIM)
- U.S. Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
- U.S.D.A Foreign Agricultural Service, Caribbean Basin Agricultural Trade Office (USDA/FAS)
*REQUIREMENT: Meetings with U.S. Diplomats, Government agencies, and Buyers are available ONLY for U.S. companies with products or services with at least 51% U.S. content
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Agenda
This panel will be an opportunity to learn about key accounting, tax, and legal issues and getting paid when doing business in the Caribbean. Topics will Include management and reporting of offshore accounts, export tax incentives, and controls, market entry considerations, such as establishing banking relationships, entity formation, and navigating other business matters.
This panel will explore opportunities, challenges and strategies for U.S. technology companies looking to expand their exports into the Caribbean region. The discussion will focus on key sectors such as fintech, AI, telecommunications, e-commerce, and digital infrastructure.
Country Tables: Take advantage of the opportunity to network with representatives from your target markets by visiting designated country tables. Each nation will be seated at clearly labeled tables, making it easy for you to identify and connect with the appropriate representatives.
Keynote Address: Global Trade Complexities - An Opportunity for the Caribbean by Lenny Feldman, Managing Partner, Operating Committee, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
Network with conference participants and representatives from your target markets to explore opportunities and build strategic relationships.
Plug into resources to help you win projects and learn about the markets through one-on-one meetings with U.S. diplomats from across the region including Bahamas, Barbados & the Eastern Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname and Guyana. In addition, representatives from federal and state agencies will also be available for meetings.
Important note—Appointment slots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each attendee is responsible for scheduling their own meetings through the conference platform, InEvent.
Boxed lunches will be provided for attendees participating in one-on-one meetings.
Plug into resources to help you win projects and learn about the markets through one-on-one meetings with U.S. diplomats from across the region including Bahamas, Barbados & the Eastern Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname and Guyana. In addition, representatives from federal and state agencies will also be available for meetings.
Important note—Appointment slots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each attendee is responsible for scheduling their own meetings through the conference platform, InEvent.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
