TRADE SEMINARS
CO-ORGANIZED BY CAMACOL
LINCOLN ROOMS A-D
DAY 1
MAY 31, 2023 Wednesday
11:00am - 12:00pm - New Age Agriculture
UN Goal 15 is about conserving life on land. It is to protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and stop biodiversity loss. Healthy ecosystems and the biological diversity they support are a source of food, water, medicine, shelter and other material goods. They also provide ecosystem services – the cleaning of air and water – which sustain life and increase resiliency in the face of mounting pressures.
12:00pm - 12:30pm - Mali Sustainable Travel, Trade & Investment Opportunities
Embassy of Mali - Washington D.C. - Ambassador - SEM Sekou Berthe
Apex Mali - CEO, Mr. CISSE Massoudou
Mali Investment Opportunities - Mrs. Lah Fatoumata Miambele
Anadeb Mali Bio Oil Investment Opportunities - CEO, Mr. Abdoulaye Kaya
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania - Washington D.C.
Ambassador - H.E. Elsie Sia Kanza
1:00pm - 2:00pm - Latin Coffee Seminar
Latin Coffee Seminar will focus on discussing the coffee industry in Latin America. The seminar covers topics related to coffee quality, origin, processing, extraction, and marketing. It may also explore the challenges and opportunities faced by the coffee industry, as well as future trends and developments. This section typically attracts professionals, scholars, government representatives, and coffee enthusiasts from the coffee industry. The purpose of a Latin Coffee Seminar is to provide a platform for knowledge sharing and networking, and to promote the growth and sustainability of the coffee industry in Latin America.
2:00pm - 3:00pm - Trade Logistics
This section refers to the transportation and distribution of goods in Latin America. It involves the planning, execution, and management of the movement of goods from the point of origin to the point of consumption or delivery. This includes the coordination of transportation modes such as air, sea, and land, as well as warehousing, inventory management, and customs clearance. Latin Trade Logistics is an important aspect of the Latin American economy, as the region has a significant volume of trade with countries around the world. The logistics industry plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials, supporting international trade and commerce. The industry has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with advances in technology and globalization leading to increased competition and new challenges.
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Distribution in USA
This section will discuss the industry responsible for the transportation, storage, distribution, and delivery of products and services throughout the country. This industry encompasses various transportation modes, including road, water, rail, and air, as well as warehousing, logistics management, freight forwarding, and supply chain management.
Logistics and Distribution is a critical component of the U.S. economy, as economic activities rely heavily on the efficient movement of goods and services. This industry serves a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, healthcare, and e-commerce. It is also a significant contributor to the employment market, providing jobs for millions of people. In recent years, the logistics and distribution industry in the United States has undergone significant transformation, as companies seek new ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, provide higher quality service, and meet the growing demands of consumers. Advances in technology and the trend towards globalization have led to increased competition, and companies are continually seeking innovative solutions to remain competitive.
4:00pm - 4:20pm - Senegal country presentation
Embassy of Senegal - Washington D.C. - Hon. Ambassador
Délégué Général à l'Entrepreneuriat - DER/FJ - Dr. Mame By SEYE
4:20pm - 4:40pm - Uganda country presentation
Exclusive Sustainable Tour Operators Association
My Home of Gorilla Project
Mr. Bonifence Byamukama, Chairman
4:40pm - 5:00pm - Sierra Leone country presentation
5:00pm - 7:00pm - Asian Cocktail Party - Camacol Pavilion by America China Chamber of Commerce.
11:00am - 12:00pm - New Age Agriculture
UN Goal 15 is about conserving life on land. It is to protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and stop biodiversity loss. Healthy ecosystems and the biological diversity they support are a source of food, water, medicine, shelter and other material goods. They also provide ecosystem services – the cleaning of air and water – which sustain life and increase resiliency in the face of mounting pressures.
12:00pm - 12:30pm - Mali Sustainable Travel, Trade & Investment Opportunities
Embassy of Mali - Washington D.C. - Ambassador - SEM Sekou Berthe
Apex Mali - CEO, Mr. CISSE Massoudou
Mali Investment Opportunities - Mrs. Lah Fatoumata Miambele
Anadeb Mali Bio Oil Investment Opportunities - CEO, Mr. Abdoulaye Kaya
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania - Washington D.C.
Ambassador - H.E. Elsie Sia Kanza
1:00pm - 2:00pm - Latin Coffee Seminar
Latin Coffee Seminar will focus on discussing the coffee industry in Latin America. The seminar covers topics related to coffee quality, origin, processing, extraction, and marketing. It may also explore the challenges and opportunities faced by the coffee industry, as well as future trends and developments. This section typically attracts professionals, scholars, government representatives, and coffee enthusiasts from the coffee industry. The purpose of a Latin Coffee Seminar is to provide a platform for knowledge sharing and networking, and to promote the growth and sustainability of the coffee industry in Latin America.
2:00pm - 3:00pm - Trade Logistics
This section refers to the transportation and distribution of goods in Latin America. It involves the planning, execution, and management of the movement of goods from the point of origin to the point of consumption or delivery. This includes the coordination of transportation modes such as air, sea, and land, as well as warehousing, inventory management, and customs clearance. Latin Trade Logistics is an important aspect of the Latin American economy, as the region has a significant volume of trade with countries around the world. The logistics industry plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials, supporting international trade and commerce. The industry has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with advances in technology and globalization leading to increased competition and new challenges.
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Distribution in USA
This section will discuss the industry responsible for the transportation, storage, distribution, and delivery of products and services throughout the country. This industry encompasses various transportation modes, including road, water, rail, and air, as well as warehousing, logistics management, freight forwarding, and supply chain management.
Logistics and Distribution is a critical component of the U.S. economy, as economic activities rely heavily on the efficient movement of goods and services. This industry serves a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, healthcare, and e-commerce. It is also a significant contributor to the employment market, providing jobs for millions of people. In recent years, the logistics and distribution industry in the United States has undergone significant transformation, as companies seek new ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, provide higher quality service, and meet the growing demands of consumers. Advances in technology and the trend towards globalization have led to increased competition, and companies are continually seeking innovative solutions to remain competitive.
4:00pm - 4:20pm - Senegal country presentation
Embassy of Senegal - Washington D.C. - Hon. Ambassador
Délégué Général à l'Entrepreneuriat - DER/FJ - Dr. Mame By SEYE
4:20pm - 4:40pm - Uganda country presentation
Exclusive Sustainable Tour Operators Association
My Home of Gorilla Project
Mr. Bonifence Byamukama, Chairman
4:40pm - 5:00pm - Sierra Leone country presentation
5:00pm - 7:00pm - Asian Cocktail Party - Camacol Pavilion by America China Chamber of Commerce.
DAY 2
JUNE 1, 2023 Thursday
Presentations from Febicham Federation of Binational Chambers of Commerce
¿How to do business in Latin America?
a. Regulations
b. Opportunities
c. Investment & Commercial Incentives
11:00am - 11:30am - Argentina
11:30am - 12:00pm - Chile
12:00pm - 12:30pm - Colombia
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Costa Rica
1:00pm - 1:30pm - Ecuador
1:30pm - 2:00pm - Honduras
2:00pm - 2:30pm - Panamá
2:30pm - 3:00pm - Paraguay
3:00pm - 3:30pm - Perú
3:30pm - 4:00pm - Uruguay
4:00pm - 4:30pm - Venezuela
4:30pm - 5:00pm - Asia Pacífic Chamber
5:00pm - 7:00pm - Latin Cocktail Networking & Music
Presentations from Febicham Federation of Binational Chambers of Commerce
¿How to do business in Latin America?
a. Regulations
b. Opportunities
c. Investment & Commercial Incentives
11:00am - 11:30am - Argentina
11:30am - 12:00pm - Chile
12:00pm - 12:30pm - Colombia
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Costa Rica
1:00pm - 1:30pm - Ecuador
1:30pm - 2:00pm - Honduras
2:00pm - 2:30pm - Panamá
2:30pm - 3:00pm - Paraguay
3:00pm - 3:30pm - Perú
3:30pm - 4:00pm - Uruguay
4:00pm - 4:30pm - Venezuela
4:30pm - 5:00pm - Asia Pacífic Chamber
5:00pm - 7:00pm - Latin Cocktail Networking & Music
DAY 3
JUNE 2, 2023 Friday
11:00am - 12:00pm - Foreign Trade Finance
Financing international trade transactions can be complex, and it is important to work with experienced financial institutions and service providers who have expertise in Latin American markets. This event will focus on how businesses can mitigate risk and ensure the smooth flow of goods and services between Latin America and other regions of the world, by utilizing financing instruments such as letters of credit, export credit insurance, factoring, supply chain financing, and pre-export financing.
12:00pm - 12:30pm - World Biotech Solutions
Dr. Nwadiuto (Diuto) Esiobu
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Exhibit Lunchtime
12:45pm - 1:30pm - Women & Intercultural Business - Dream High....Be Global
High Heel Leadership - Dr. Natasha Hampton, DBA
Dream Builder Financial Services - Jessica Min, BBA
Global Intercultural Consulting - Jill Isaac, MBA, MA, MA
1:30pm - 2:00pm - Turks and Caicos Islands presentation
Invest Turks and Caicos Agency
2:00pm - 2:45pm - Small Business Marketing
This section will discuss the strategies and techniques used by small businesses to promote their products or services to potential customers. Effective marketing can help small businesses increase brand awareness, attract new customers, and generate sales. Topics will be focus on effective marketing strategies for small businesses include:
- Social media marketing: This involves using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to reach potential customers and engage with them through targeted advertising and content marketing.
- Email marketing:This involves sending promotional emails to potential and existing customers to inform them about new products or services, sales, and other promotions.
Content marketing: This involves creating valuable and informative content, such as blog posts, videos, and infographics, to attract potential customers and establish the business as an authority in their industry.
Search engine optimization (SEO): This involves optimizing the business's website and content to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs) and drive organic traffic to the website.
- Local marketing: This involves using local advertising and promotions, such as flyers, billboards, and community events, to reach potential customers in the local area.
Referral marketing: This involves incentivizing existing customers to refer new customers to the business through promotions, discounts, or other rewards.
2:45pm - 3:15pm - Small Business Funding
3:15pm - 4.15pm - Tourism and Investment in Central Asia
a. Regulations
b. Opportunities
c. Investment & Commercial Incentives
Countries including Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
4:15pm - 5:00pm - Inter American Business Forum
This event will introduce a platform that brings together business leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders from across the Americas to discuss key issues related to trade, investment, and economic growth in the region. The forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and experiences, build new partnerships, and identify solutions to common challenges.
5:00pm - EXPO FINISH
11:00am - 12:00pm - Foreign Trade Finance
Financing international trade transactions can be complex, and it is important to work with experienced financial institutions and service providers who have expertise in Latin American markets. This event will focus on how businesses can mitigate risk and ensure the smooth flow of goods and services between Latin America and other regions of the world, by utilizing financing instruments such as letters of credit, export credit insurance, factoring, supply chain financing, and pre-export financing.
12:00pm - 12:30pm - World Biotech Solutions
Dr. Nwadiuto (Diuto) Esiobu
12:30pm - 1:00pm - Exhibit Lunchtime
12:45pm - 1:30pm - Women & Intercultural Business - Dream High....Be Global
High Heel Leadership - Dr. Natasha Hampton, DBA
Dream Builder Financial Services - Jessica Min, BBA
Global Intercultural Consulting - Jill Isaac, MBA, MA, MA
1:30pm - 2:00pm - Turks and Caicos Islands presentation
Invest Turks and Caicos Agency
2:00pm - 2:45pm - Small Business Marketing
This section will discuss the strategies and techniques used by small businesses to promote their products or services to potential customers. Effective marketing can help small businesses increase brand awareness, attract new customers, and generate sales. Topics will be focus on effective marketing strategies for small businesses include:
- Social media marketing: This involves using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to reach potential customers and engage with them through targeted advertising and content marketing.
- Email marketing:This involves sending promotional emails to potential and existing customers to inform them about new products or services, sales, and other promotions.
Content marketing: This involves creating valuable and informative content, such as blog posts, videos, and infographics, to attract potential customers and establish the business as an authority in their industry.
Search engine optimization (SEO): This involves optimizing the business's website and content to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs) and drive organic traffic to the website.
- Local marketing: This involves using local advertising and promotions, such as flyers, billboards, and community events, to reach potential customers in the local area.
Referral marketing: This involves incentivizing existing customers to refer new customers to the business through promotions, discounts, or other rewards.
2:45pm - 3:15pm - Small Business Funding
3:15pm - 4.15pm - Tourism and Investment in Central Asia
a. Regulations
b. Opportunities
c. Investment & Commercial Incentives
Countries including Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
4:15pm - 5:00pm - Inter American Business Forum
This event will introduce a platform that brings together business leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders from across the Americas to discuss key issues related to trade, investment, and economic growth in the region. The forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and experiences, build new partnerships, and identify solutions to common challenges.
5:00pm - EXPO FINISH