On March 18, 2026, EACC Florida participated in a high-level Business Roundtable in Miami with the European Union Delegation, hosted at the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The discussion featured H.E. Kęstutis Budrys, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, and H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, EU Ambassador to the United States, alongside representatives from Miami-Dade County, economic development organizations, and the business community.
Bringing together key stakeholders—including the ITC, The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade Aviation Department, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, eMerge Americas, World Trade Center Miami, and PortMiami—the roundtable provided a platform for dialogue on transatlantic trade, investment, and cooperation.
Representing EACC Florida, Executive Director Christina Sleszynska highlighted the organization’s role as a platform for transatlantic engagement, offering business insights, dialogue, and connections across Europe and the United States, as well as its designation as an International Partner of the Enterprise Europe Network.
Discussions focused on geopolitical developments, supply chain resilience, and the growing strategic importance of Miami as an international business hub. Particular attention was given to technology, including defense and dual-use innovation, as well as the potential impact of the EU–Mercosur and EU–Mexico trade agreements, which could further strengthen Miami’s role as a gateway between Europe and Latin America.
Despite unusually cool and rainy Miami weather—much remarked upon by our European guests—the discussions were warm, engaging, and forward-looking.
EACC Florida looks forward to continuing to support transatlantic business connections from Miami.
