EACC & Member News

Blog | Retail fuel prices have surged in 2026 following the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East, driving The post ECB | From Well to Pump: How Fuel Prices are Formed first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

Year-on-year inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index declined to 4.2% in June 2026, down from The post OECD | Headline Inflation Eased to 4.2% in June 2026, Reflecting a Temporary Decline in Energy Inflation first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

On 2 August 2026, new rules on the transparency of AI systems take effect. AI is advancing quickly, making it increasingly difficult to The post European Commission | Safer and More Transparent AI first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Commerce today highlighted an inaugural successful collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to The post ITA | Commerce Department Secures Win Following First-Time Duty Evasion Filling with CBP Under Enforcement Law first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

Blog | Sustained rebalancing requires policy action in both surplus and deficit countries Global current account balances increased further in The post IMF | Rising Global Imbalances Underscore Need to Confront Domestic Distortions first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

Blog | Energy prices are surging again, pushing up inflation in the euro area. This ECB Blog post examines whether The post ECB | Demand or Supply-Driven? How Firms View Inflation Right Now first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

This edition of the Global Trade Update examines the strong but increasingly uneven expansion of international trade in the first The post UNCTAD | Global Trade Continues to Expand Amid Rising Price Pressures first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

Good evening, It’s always great to be back in America and to be here among friends: friends of Europe, friends The post European Commission | Speech by Commissioner Kubilius at “EU Defense Night” first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

The European Commission took two decisions finding non-compliance by Google with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) for self-preferencing its own services The post European Commission | Google Fined €890 Million for Breaches of the Digital Markets Act first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

The ECB Blog | Why have energy prices risen less during the Iran war than after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? The post ECB | Energy shock: Why Oil and Gas Prices Have Risen Less Than Expected first appeared on European American Chamber of Commerce New York [EACCNY] | Your Partner for Transatlantic Business Resources.

Last Thursday, EACC Florida had the pleasure of welcoming H.E. Andrei Muraru, Ambassador of Romania to the United States, for a meeting at the offices of Greenberg Traurig in Miami. The Ambassador was joined by H.E. Elena Eremia, Consul General of Romania in Florida and Mihaela Ungureanu, Honorary Consul of Romania in Massachusetts. Representing EACC Florida were Executive Director Christina Sleszynska, Board Member Fabrice Marmousez (RSM), while EACC Florida President Alan Sutin (Greenberg Traurig) participated remotely. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on transatlantic business relations and explore opportunities to further strengthen economic ties between Romania and Florida. Following the meeting, EACC Florida representatives attended the reception aboard the Romanian Navy’s training ship Mircea, held in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Fabrice Marmousez and Geert Blervacq (Arquitectonica) joined Christina Sleszynska for this memorable occasion, which highlighted the longstanding friendship and partnership between Romania and the United States. EACC Florida extends its sincere thanks to Ambassador Muraru and the Romanian diplomatic team for their visit and looks forward to continuing to foster dialogue and business connections between Europe and Florida.

On June 10, EACC Florida and the Swiss American Chamber of Commerce Florida were pleased to welcome members and guests to our joint program, From Europe to the Americas: Perspectives on How European Brands Establish and Scale in the United States and the Americas, kindly hosted by EFG Capital International Corp. Moderated by EACC Florida Executive Director Christina Sleszynska, the discussion featured outstanding contributions from Emmanuel Bütler of NORQAIN Watches US, Jeremy Arditi of Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, and Ricardo Aramburo Williams of Mowery & Schoenfeld. Drawing from their diverse experiences, the panelists shared valuable insights and personal observations on the opportunities and challenges European companies encounter when expanding into the United States and the wider Americas. While the perspectives varied, one common theme emerged throughout the evening: adaptation. Successful companies do not simply replicate what worked in their home markets. They adapt to local realities and the changing environment, build trusted relationships, and remain flexible while staying true to the values and strengths that define their brands. We extend our sincere thanks to EFG Capital International Corp. for their warm hospitality and support. A special thank you as well to our partners at the Swiss American Chamber of Commerce Florida for their collaboration, partnership, and attention to detail. The Swiss wines served during the reception were a much-appreciated touch and added to an evening marked by insight, connection, and transatlantic exchange. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this well-attended event a success.

“Cinema has no borders or limits. It is a constant flow of dreams.” — Orson Welles Zeno turned 24 on May 19, 2026. He was born and raised in Brussels, Belgium, by a Dutch-speaking Belgian father and a Franco-American mother. He has dual Belgian-U.S. citizenship. He lived in the Belgian capital until the family moved to Miami in August 2017 to be closer to his maternal grandmother, who celebrated her 103rd birthday in February 2026. Zeno lived in The Roads and Brickell South and still remembers Hurricane Irma as his unexpected “welcome gift” to Florida. When he arrived in Miami, Zeno spoke little English. He joined the French program at the International Studies Preparatory Academy (ISPA) in Coral Gables and became fluent thanks to the school’s ESOL program. He graduated in May 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — difficult years that helped build his resilience and adaptability. Zeno developed a passion for cinema, film history, and the moving image at a young age after being introduced to classic films by one of his primary school teachers. He decided early on that this was the path he wanted to pursue. In January 2021, he moved to Montreal to study Film at Concordia University before continuing his studies in the Netherlands at the University of Amsterdam, where he earned a dual Master’s degree in Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image. He later completed an internship at the Royal Film Archive of Belgium (CINEMATEK), working on film preservation and archival cataloguing projects. Zeno hopes to build an international career in audiovisual preservation and film archives. He knows that opportunities in the field are limited and highly competitive, but believes that curiosity, networking, perseverance, and a bit of luck all play an important role. Outside of film archives and cinematheques, Zeno enjoys basketball, travel, cooking, museums, visiting his parents in Miami and his sister in New York, and discovering film culture around the world. In March 2026, he attended the FIAF (International Federation of Film Archives) Congress in Rabat, Morocco. This summer, he plans to travel through Thailand, Indonesia, and Austria — and will naturally make sure to visit film archives along the way.

We are delighted to welcome Skalatsky & Associates as a new Corporate Member of the EACC Florida. In their own words: Skalatsky & Associates is a digital growth agency that combines AI technology and execution velocity to grow revenue and build brands. skalatsky.com

We are delighted to welcome JaaS39 as a new Corporate Member. In their own words: JaaS39 helps regulated enterprises and public-sector institutions regain executive control over sensitive Microsoft 365 actions. In regulated and public-sector environments, the absence of active governance over sensitive Microsoft 365 actions can turn one bad access, sharing, privilege, or release decision into millions of dollars in legal, operational, financial, and reputational exposure. Its Sovereign Governance Service — SGS — provides a governance control layer for selected high-risk actions, connecting institutional policy, approval authority, operational workflow, exception handling, and Black Box Evidence. JaaS39 combines US execution with Swiss governance principles: neutrality, accountability, procedural discipline, and trusted authority. SGS is designed for organizations where digital decisions must be controlled, evidenced, and defensible. We are inviting select EACC member organizations that use Microsoft 365 as a core operating environment and handle sensitive, regulated, confidential, or mission-critical information to participate in scoped SGS pilot discussions. The initial focus is on regulated enterprises and public-sector organizations where governance-control failures can create material operational, compliance, reputational, or service-continuity risk. Contact JaaS39 co-founder William Berenson at [email protected] to learn more.

We are delighted to welcome Kurzban, Kurzban, Tetzeli & Pratt, as a new Corporate Member. In their own words: We are a Florida-based law firm that has won precedent-setting trials across the country, including appellate victories at the State and Federal Supreme Court level. Although we are Internationally and nationally renowned, we take pride in operating as a boutique, local law firm. Our focus areas include immigration, medical malpractice, personal injury, and more. We represent people facing immigration and deportation as well as complex business immigration issues in addition to medical negligence, serious injuries, and other complex challenges. With offices in Florida, Hawaii, Washington D.C. and New York, our award-winning legal team has served clients nationwide for over 40 years. https://www.kktplaw.com/

EACC Florida was pleased to welcome an Estonian maritime trade mission to Miami as part of its ongoing “Why Florida?” series, organized on the occasion of Seatrade Cruise Global. The delegation was led by Mr. Kristian Truu, Deputy Minister for Maritime Affairs and Water Resources of Estonia. The program opened with a high-level seminar hosted by Cozen O’Connor, where EACC Florida Members took an active role in sharing practical insights on establishing and operating in the U.S. market. Contributing speakers included EACC Florida Members Daniela Betancourt (Seacoast Bank), Scott Bettridge and Nicole Connors (Cozen O’Connor), alongside invited expert Anders Aasen (Nesaa Maritime Solutions). The session was moderated by Christina Sleszynska (EACC Florida). This exchange highlighted the depth of expertise within the EACC Florida membership and its role in supporting international companies entering the U.S. market. As one participant noted, “It felt like a conversation in addition to a seminar… the information was presented in such a digestible format, and you could see the wheels turning in the business owners’ heads.” The day continued with a visit to Tuttotono, followed by an engaging and instructive meeting at PortMiami, offering the delegation valuable on-the-ground perspectives. Throughout the week, the Estonian companies—active across maritime, engineering, construction, and real estate—held individual meetings at Seatrade, complemented by site visits and discussions with industry leaders, including Trident Maritime Systems and DNV. We were pleased to reconnect with several members of the delegation during Seatrade, reflecting strong engagement and a growing interest in Florida as a strategic gateway to the U.S. market. EACC Florida looks forward to continuing these conversations and supporting the companies’ next steps in the U.S. Estonian Maritime Delegation• SRC Estonia• Primostar Group• Shore Link• Inspirators!• LTH Baas• Eumar Santehnika• Enterprise Estonia – EIS• Embassy of Estonia to the United States You can read more about the companies here:Seatrade 2026 2 Kindly hosted by

EACC Florida is delighted to welcome VITALSURANCE as a new Corporate Member! In their own words: VITALSURANCE is a FLORIDA BLUE local agency which specializes in expatriate medical insurance, Employee benefits in the US, Individual Insurance, supplemental insurance, and Medicare. Currently, 40 Brokers are working with us in FLORIDA and outside the United States. We provide guidance and service in understanding MEDICAL INSURANCE in 10 languages. www.vitalsurance.com

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.

On 18 March, EACC Florida hosted a timely and thought-provoking discussion on “Is the Grass Really Greener (Elsewhere)? Global Mobility & Investment – Considerations for Companies and their Leadership,” hosted by RSM US in Coral Gables. Bringing together experts in immigration, global mobility, tax, and cross-border advisory, the session explored how geopolitical shifts, evolving regulatory frameworks, and increasing compliance requirements are reshaping how companies and their leadership approach global mobility and long-term planning. The discussion featured: Scott Bettridge, Chair – Immigration Practice, Cozen O’Connor Patrycja Kowalska, Global Employer Services, RSM US Fabrice Marmousez, France Country Practice National Tax Leader, RSM US (Moderator) Isabel Quintero, Managing Director, Henley & Partners USA The conversation highlighted several key themes relevant to internationally active companies: Nuanced view on global mobility While opportunities for relocation and international structuring continue to expand, panelists emphasized that the answer to whether the “grass is greener elsewhere” depends on who is making the decision and for what purpose. Strategies that may be suitable for high-net-worth individuals do not necessarily translate to corporate or operational contexts. The U.S. remains highly attractive — with increased complexity Despite tightening immigration policies and heightened regulatory scrutiny, the United States continues to attract companies, investment, and talent. However, the compliance and enforcement environment has become more demanding, requiring greater planning and coordination. From tactical moves to strategic planning A central takeaway from the discussion was that global mobility decisions can no longer be approached tactically. Instead, companies must adopt a long-term, integrated strategy, aligning immigration, tax, regulatory, and business considerations from the outset. The session concluded with an engaging exchange between panelists and participants, underscoring the strong interest in this timely topic. Many thanks to RSM US for hosting the event, and to all speakers and attendees for contributing to a highly interactive and insightful discussion. Kindly hosted by

As organizations navigate through this changing environment, it is important for members of finance, legal, compliance, operations, accounting and tax to work together to identify and assess the risks tariffs may present to an entity’s operations, financial condition and cash flows. This publication highlights some of the financial reporting considerations associated with the intricacies of evolving tariffs, including the potential for tariff refunds that may result from the Supreme Court’s recent decision. Read more. Compliments RSM US

Scott Bettridge was quoted in a Financial Times article discussing how many of the world’s largest companies have lost and had to relocate key employees in light of Donald Trump’s changes to the U.S. immigration system. This overhaul has caused multinationals to reconsider the U.S.’ role as a global talent hub. Read more. Compliments Cozen O’Connor

On Dec. 22, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) expanded its Covered List, effectively implementing a sweeping ban on the import of new models of drones and critical components produced outside of the United States. The action has a broad scope and applies to all foreign drones and critical components, regardless of country of origin and who seeks to procure them. The FCC subsequently provided clarification on Jan. 7 and 21 regarding the scope of its December decision. Read more. Compliments Greenberg Traurig

Agentic AI is gaining importance in life sciences and healthcare supply chains. However, its impact depends on solid digital foundations, aligned stakeholders, and a consistent focus on patient value. In this interview, Anna Mansurova, Head of Healthcare Logistics IMEA (India, Middle East & Africa) at Hellmann, shares how healthcare organizations can prepare for agentic AI, from getting the basics right to using network-based collaboration and intelligent tools to strengthen supply chain resilience. Agentic AI is gaining momentum. What does this mean for healthcare supply chains? Read more. Compliments Hellmann Worldwide Logistics

In a recent, widely watched decision, the Supreme Court ruled on February 20, 2026, that the Trump administration overstepped its authority by imposing certain tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), shifting the regulatory landscape for U.S. businesses engaged in international trade. This change sent ripples through the business community. With billions in potential duty refunds on the table and compliance timelines already ticking, many leaders are wondering: What do I need to do now? Read more. Compliments Kaufman Rossin

EACC Florida is delighted to welcome Currencies Direct as a new Corporate Member! In their own words: Currencies Direct helps Clients save time and money on international money transfers. Whether you are managing business FX or making a personal overseas purchase, Currencies Direct offers competitive exchange rates, no transfer fees, and expert market insights. With a “Platinum Trusted” service rating from Feefo and a global reach, we provide a seamless, secure alternative to traditional banks. Competitive Rates:Save up to 3% compared to high-street banks. Expert Guidance:Access dedicated account managers for market timing. Secure & Regulated:Fully authorized and regulated in multiple jurisdictions. Information: https://www.currenciesdirect.com/en-us

EACC Florida is delighted to welcome Richards & Partners, P.A. as a new Corporate Member ! In their own words: Richards & Partners, P.A. is a boutique firm that represents businesses and individuals requiring a high level of personal service in matters pertaining to international & domestic taxation, mergers & acquisitions, real estate, and estate planning.   The Firm practices “preventative law” assisting clients in planning for the future, whether it be tax planning for a corporate entity or planning for the transfer of family wealth from one generation to the next.   Since its inception, the Firm has handled merger and acquisition transactions with an aggregate value of over USD $1 billion.  The Firm has created and implemented sophisticated estate plans for dozens of high-level corporate executives, families, and individuals with estates ranging in value between USD $5 million and USD $500 million. With its base in Miami and an established international network of highly qualified affiliated and correspondent offices, the Firm has global resources which enable us to provide quick and effective solutions to international and domestic legal problems.   The Firm has extensive experience in representing clients in all aspects of cross-border transactions and international estate planning.   Our professional staff is committed to personalized service and rapid response to our clients’ legal needs and goals. Info: https://www.richards-law.com/

On February 11, EACC Florida welcomed a delegation of Scottish companies to Miami for a breakfast seminar titled The program was generously hosted by our Platinum Member Kaufman Rossin at their Coconut Grove offices. The seminar provided practical guidance for international companies planning U.S. market entry, with presentations covering banking considerations, immigration pathways, international tax matters, and the legal structures available to establish operations in the United States. Speakers included: Daniela Betancourt, Senior Vice President & Director, Global Banking – Seacoast Bank David Mancia Orellana, Associate – Fragomen Makiel Morciego, International Tax Director – Kaufman Rossin Martin T. Schrier, Chief Strategy Partner – Cozen O’Connor EACC Florida’s “Why Florida?” series highlights the expertise of our Member companies while equipping visiting trade missions with essential information to help navigate the U.S. regulatory and business environment. The visiting delegation included representatives from Burns Gym Ltd, Red Evolution, Elite, S Luca of Musselburgh, Hydrosense, Everybody Counts, Liberty Eco Labs, Morgan Goodwin Limited, and the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce.

EACC Florida is delighted to welcome Hellmann Worldwide Logistics as a new Corporate Member ! In their own words: Since its foundation in 1871, Hellmann has developed into one of the largest international logistics providers. With our high-performance products Airfreight, Seafreight, Road & Rail, and Contract Logistics, we always offer the right solution for the complex logistics requirements of our customers and rely on future-oriented digital services for maximum transparency and more efficient supply chains. Information at www.hellmann.com