FITCE 2024 - Florida International Trade & Cultural Expo

Connect Your Business to the World! Meet buyers and sellers from over 70 countries at South Florida's premiere international trade event.

For registration, visit Broward.org/EconDev then select "View Upcoming Events" or visit FITCExpo.com.

About this Event

Join us for FITCE 2024 ! The 9th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo, a vibrant event showcasing the benefits of international trade and highlighting our diverse art and culture. Get ready for an exciting two-day conference experience filled with networking opportunities, cultural performances, and business insights.

Dates: Wed, Oct 23 & Thurs, Oct 24, 2024

Daily Event Times: 07:00:00 AM to 07:30:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

Location: Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center - 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 - Grand Ballroom (3rd & 2nd Floor)

Discover new business prospects, expand your network, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of cultures that make Florida so unique. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and cultural enthusiasts.

Don't miss out on this incredible event! Mark your calendars and join us at FITCE 2024 - the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo. We can't wait to see you there!

FITCE 2024 will welcome local and international companies to the Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a unique opportunity to engage high level government leaders, international trade experts and delegations from around the world to participate in dialogues relating to international trade, foreign direct investment and culture.

FITCE 2024 expects to attract over 2,000 attendees including approximately 500 international businesses and 1,500 local businesses, multi-cultural global trade representatives from over 70 countries, federal, state and local trade agencies, and government leaders from around the world. Visit to learn more.

FITCE 2024 ACTIVITIES:

• Panel Discussions and Seminars – “11 Steps to Exporting - A Roadmap to your Exporting Success!” and “How to Import into the United States”
• Doing Business with the World – export and investment opportunities presented by foreign government officials, ambassadors, consuls general, trade commissioners and/or leaders of bi-national chambers of commerce
• Special Concurrent Sessions - organized by South Florida Manufacturing Association and Sustainable, Agro Fashion & Tech Week & More..
• Speed Matchmaking with Country Representatives - meet one-on-one with government officials, ambassadors, consuls general, trade commissioners and/or leaders of bi-national chambers of commerce
• The World Expo Marketplace & Pavilions- visit and network with local and international exhibitors for the buyers & sellers netowrking. Featuring Two (2) Pavilions: Italian Delegation - Made in Italy Pavilion & Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech (SAFT) Sustainability Pavilion
• American & International Buyers Panel / Meet & Greet – learn about the purchasing process of large institutions and meet the buyers afterwards
• Networking Cocktail Receptions / Cultural Experiences - Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week (SAFT), and much more!

WHY SHOULD I ATTEND FITCE?

• Sell your products and services to over 70 countries at the World Expo Marketplace!
• Meet & Greet international delegations, consulates, trade commissioners and bi-national chambers at Doing Business with the World, World Expo Marketplace, Pavilions & Speed Matchmaking with Country Representatives
• Learn about international trade resources and assistance during the “11 Steps to Exporting”, “How to Import into the United States”, Doing Business with the World panels and more!
• Immerse yourself with worldwide culture – visit the local & international visual art exhibit & enjoy multicultural performances

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, October 15, 2024

FREE general admission. Event parking fee determined by venue.

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM / AGENDA

(Subject to Change)

SETUP DAY- Tuesday, October 22, 2024

9:00AM – 5:00PM Sponsor & Exhibitor Registration and World Expo Setup

Day 1: LEARN - Wednesday, October 23, 2024

7AM Registration / Breakfast

8 – 11AM Grand Opening Ceremony / World Leaders Panel

11AM - World Expo Marketplace and Cultural Art Exhibit Opens!

11– 11:30AM World Expo Cultural Performances

11:30AM – 1:00PM Buyers & Sellers Networking @ World Expo

1 – 2PM Doing Business with the World! - LATIN AMERICA

2:15– 2:45PM Doing Business with the World! –NORTH AMERICA

3 – 3:45PM Doing Business with the World! - THE CARIBBEAN

4 – 5PM How to Import into the United States of America

5PM World Expo Marketplace and Cultural ​Art Exhibit Closes!

5-5:30PM Cultural Immersion Experience - Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week​ (SAFT)

5:30PM – 7:30PM Presidential Opening Networking Reception & Cultural Experience -Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week (SAFT)

Day 2: DOING BUSINESS WITH THE WORLD - Thursday, October 24, 2024

7AM Registration / Breakfast

8AM World Expo Marketplace & Cultural Art Exhibit Opens!

8:30 – 9:45AM Opening Ceremony - Day 2

10AM – 10:45AM Doing Business with the World! – EUROPE

11AM – 12PM Doing Business with the World! – AFRICA

12-12:30PM World Expo Cultural Performances​

12 – 1:00PM Buyers & Sellers Networking @ World Expo

1 – 1:45PM Doing Business with the World! – ASIA & MIDDLE EAST

2 – 2:45PM 11 Steps to Exporting - A Roadmap to Exporting!

3– 3:40PM American and International Buyers Panel

3:40 – 4PM Meet & Greet Session with the Buyers

4 – 5PM Speed matchmaking with Countries & Trade Resources

5PM World Expo Marketplace and Cultural ​Art Exhibit Closes!

5-5:30PM Cultural Immersion Experience - Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week​ (SAFT)

5:30PM – 7:30PM Closing Cocktail Reception & Cultural Exchange - Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week (SAFT)

LOCAL / INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITOR PACKAGES AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES! For more information on local / international exhibitor packages or sponsorship opportunities, please communicate directly with Paola Isaac Baraya, Economic Development Specialist for International Trade, 954-357-7894

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, United States