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The European American Chamber of Commerce® hosts a wide variety of events, from in-depth macro-economic, legal and financial panel discussions featuring industry leaders, to smaller round table discussions on trade and investment related matters that directly affect individual small and medium size business.
Our educational seminars, roundtables, panel-discussions and conferences are designed to educate our membership and the Florida business community on transatlantic matters relevant to the transatlantic business community across the US, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. They also provide a platform – whether virtual or in-person – to exchange ideas and network with fellow executives across the Transatlantic Corridor.
Below is a list of our past events. To stay informed about our programs join our mailing list.
We are constantly considering new issues for discussion and formats for our programs. To learn more about these and contribute to the EACC network as a Member call us at +1 305 527 0584 and find out how to join.
20
Nov
Join EACC Florida Members & Friends and Cozen O’Connor for EACC Florida’s Beaujolais Nouveau Day Business Mixer! Meet and mingle over tasty bites, be the first to taste the Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 and learn why it is a "thing" in France, Europe and the US. Raise your glass with EACC Florida’s leadership and Members and learn about the advantages of becoming an EACC Florida Member organization. You need to be registered to attend. DATE/TIME Thursday, November 20, 2025 5:00...
12
Nov
THIS EACC Florida SEMINAR IS HELD AS PART OF THE OFFICIAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM OF TRANSPORT LOGISTICS, AIR CARGO & PROJECT CARGO AMERICAS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER Attendance of the trade show and conference program is free of charge but registration is required to enter the premises As Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) navigate a complex landscape of economic opportunities and geopolitical shifts, foreign direct investment (FDI) remains a key driver of sustainable development...
11
Nov
THIS EACC Florida SEMINAR IS HELD AS PART OF THE OFFICIAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM OF TRANSPORT LOGISTICS, AIR CARGO & PROJECT CARGO AMERICAS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER Attendance of the trade show and conference program is free of charge but registration is required to enter the premises As global trade flows face mounting pressures from shifting geopolitical priorities, evolving tariffs, and industrial policy divergence, transatlantic trade remains a cornerstone of economic cooperati...
3
Nov
INVITATION ONLY I Private Transatlantic Business Luncheon with the EU Ambassador to the United States and European Country Ambassadors For the first time ever, a very large group of European Ambassadors (18 confirmed so far) will jointly visit Florida during four days under the leadership of H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, EU Ambassador to the United States. EACC Florida, in partnership with the World Trade Center Miami, the Miami Dade Beacon Council, and Greenberg Traurig is h...
17
Sep
MEMBERS & INVITATION ONLY Join us for the next Meeting of EACC Florida’s Task Force Transportation, Logistics & Customs With eCommerce giants like Amazon moving aggressively to control the entire logistics chain — from first mile to final delivery — the competitive landscape is shifting rapidly. This growing push for end-to-end supply chain ownership is prompting other online giants to follow suit, creating unprecedented disruption in warehousing, customs, and fulfillment models. J...
9
Jul
As part of EACC Florida's Summer Leadership Series, join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation on Leadership in Action – Navigating Change with a Transatlantic Lens, featuring U.S. and E.U. based leaders whose work engages global markets, international collaboration, and transatlantic priorities. This high-level discussion will explore how authentic leadership, bold decision-making, and a global outlook are shaping innovation, resilience, and strategic progress across industri...
8
Jul
Following the initial launch of the Transatlantic Expansion Barometer in November 2024, the EACC Network, RSM, and OCO Global are pleased to invite you to an exclusive webinar presenting the 2025 results — and offering a timely update on how transatlantic investment trends are evolving amid deep geopolitical and economic shifts. Based on 60+ executive interviews, the 2025 edition sheds light on: 🔹 Why European companies are rethinking U.S. investment 🔹 How the 2nd Trump presid...
11
Jun
The Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP), the largest public institution supporting SME development in Poland, is leading a group of 13 Education Technology start-ups to Miami on June 11-13, 2025. The objective is to explore S. Florida’s tech ecosystem, learn about the various educational entities / local accelerators, identify partners and/or business opportunities for the Polish companies and learn about the realities of doing business in the United States. Find out about the 13 P...
11
Jun
The Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP), the largest public institution supporting SME development in Poland, is leading a group of 13 Education Technology start-ups to Miami on June 11-13, 2025. The objective is to explore S. Florida’s tech ecosystem, learn about the various educational entities / local accelerators, identify partners and/or business opportunities for the Polish companies and learn about the realities of doing business in the United States. EACC Florida is putting...
8
May
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE ON 05/07/2025 AT 12.00PM On February 25, President Trump announced his intent to replace the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program with a new "Gold Card" visa program, requiring a $5 million investment for a path to US citizenship. The declared goals are to simplify the process; generate additional revenue to further the President’s agenda of reducing the overall U.S. deficit; address fraud. No further details were provided. For now, the EB-5 program remains untouched but the ann...
29
Apr
A new wave of announced U.S. tariffs—some as high as 25% for EU countries—has been shaking up trade flows between the United States and Europe. Steel, aluminum, and a growing list of European goods are in the crosshairs. Although the Trump Administration announced a 90 day pause on reciprocal tariffs, fresh rounds of duties were announced with whispers of more to come—including on copper, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. Meanwhile, the European Union is weighing its countermeasures, se...
7
Apr
As part of a trade mission to the United States, a group of Estonian companies in the maritime industry are travelling to Miami to attend Seatrade Cruise Global from April 7–10, 2025. The Estonian delegation will be led by Kaupo Läänerand, Deputy Secretary General for Maritime and Water Affairs at the Estonian Ministry of Climate. EACC Florida will hold a “Why Florida? What Business Leaders Need to Know When Considering Expanding into the US/Florida” seminar for the group on Monday April...
20
Mar
Michelangelo MARGHERITA, Head of Trade, Agriculture and Digital Economy - EU Delegation in Washington DC The re-election of President Donald Trump is introducing significant changes to the relationship between the European Union (EU) and the United States including in the area of trade. At the occasion of his first official visit to Miami, EACC Florida is pleased to invite you to an exclusive Industry Briefing with Michelangelo MARGHERITA, Head of Trade, Agriculture and Digital Economy at...
26
Feb
The global supply chain is susceptible to various threats, including terrorism, and cyber-attacks, so many countries worldwide have created voluntary supply chain security programs. Participating in these programs demonstrates a commitment to improving cargo security practices and ensuring shipments’ integrity. To that effect, the US created the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT). In exchange for demonstrating a secure supply chain, participants enjoy many benefits, including ...
13
Feb
Join us for a Reception celebrating EACC Florida's 5th Anniversary. The Reception will immediately follow a special Fireside Chat titled Tech Policy in the EU and US - Regulatory Challenges & Business Opportunities for the Industry, a discussion between a distinguished panel of tech C-Suite executives and Johannes Bahrke, Digital Counselor to the EU Delegation to the United States. If you have not already registered for the Fireside Chat, you can do so HERE. Admire the stunning views and enj...
13
Feb
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued the "America First Trade Policy" memorandum, outlining a comprehensive strategy to prioritize American economic and national security interests - including in the tech industry -and representing a radical shift from policies under the Biden Administration. Yet, continued collaboration between the E.U. and the U.S. is more important than ever due to a combination of competition from non-market economies and a lack of capa...
20
Nov
Program brought to you by EACCNY Join us for an in-depth discussion of the economic outlook in Europe and the major challenges and opportunities facing the EU and US over the coming year. The focus topic of this webinar will be the European competitiveness in light of growth and security. More details on the discussion topics will be announced soon. SPEAKERS: • Ben Carliner, Senior Economist, DELEGATION OF THE EU TO THE U.S. • Nora Hesse, Head of Section - Economic & Financial Affairs, D...
13
Nov
Join us for the second Meeting of EACC Florida’s Task Force Transportation, Logistics & Customs. If you are an active professional in these industries and understand the benefits of sharing best practices across industries ensuring that there is no silo thinking, this event is for you! While there are entities and professional groups – federal, State and local – that serve the transportation, logistics & customs industries and their professionals to advance their interests, few if ...
24
Oct
The UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is leading a group of UK tech in logistics companies and start-ups to Miami on October 23-25, 2024 with the objective of connecting these companies that specialize in logistics to relevant stakeholders and buyers in Miami. EACC Florida will hold a “Why Florida? What Business Leaders Need to Know When Considering Expanding into the US/Florida” seminar for the group on October 24. The Seminar will be followed by a Networking Reception open to Memb...
17
Sep
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 9/13. REGISTER NOW! 2024 is shaping up to be a year of political change across Europe and possibly in the United States with deep implications on transatlantic trade policy. The European Parliament elections in June saw far-right parties make gains, although centrist parties will retain their parliamentary majority. Whereas the snap parliamentary elections in France resulted in further far-right advances, both the Left and President’s Macron’s centrist coalition made a su...
21
Aug
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED Join us for the Inaugural Meeting of EACC Florida’s Task Force Transportation, Logistics & Customs. If you are an active professional in these industries that understands the benefits of sharing best practices across industries and ensuring that there is no silo thinking, this event is for you! While there are a number of entities and professional groups – federal, State and local – that serve the transportation, logistics & customs industries and their pro...
7
Jun
EACC Netherlands will be hosting an EACC all chapters Strategy Meeting in Amsterdam on June 8. Will be in attendance: Yvonne Bendinger-Rothschild (EACC New York), Nicole Fenyo (EACC Cincinnati), Erin McKelvey (EACC Texas), Sandrine Perreault (EACC Lyon), Katherine Prewitt (EACC Paris), Fernanda Sieverling (EACC Carolinas) and Christina Sleszynska (EACC Florida). The Strategy Meeting will be preceded by a Networking Reception on Friday June 7 from 5PM to 7PM. For further details, please co...
25
Jan
Join us on Thursday January 25, 2024 for a Celebration of the New Year hosted by Pernod Ricard in their beautiful new offices in Miami’s Blue Lagoon. Hear about Pernod Ricard’s “2030 Sustainability & Responsibility Roadmap” and learn about ABELAC, the recently established Alianza de Bebidas Espirituosas de Latinoamérica y el Caribe with a mission to build a sustainable and responsible value chain / industry for spirits across the region. Mingle with Members, Invited Guests and Perno...
13
Dec
In December 2023, Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander de Croo is leading an “inspirational mission” to Atlanta and Miami titled: The Future of Digital: Unlocking the Web3 route from Atlanta to Miami. The mission is organized by AGORIA, the Tech Federation of Belgium, and will be in Miami on December 13-15. As part of the Miami program, EACC Florida is organizing a panel discussion as an introduction to South Florida’s tech ecosystem. Our invited panelists each have played essential roles i...
13
Dec
The aim of the Future of Digital Mission is to discover two of the most important emerging tech hubs, Atlanta and Miami, and their exciting digital innovators to find out all about the next evolution of the internet and its related digital technologies that will disrupt our businesses in the years to come. Join AGORIA, the Belgian Tech Federation and EACC Florida on Wednesday December 13 in welcoming Belgian business leaders, decision makers (C-level) and tech entrepreneurs from fifty tech compa...
7
Dec
EACC Florida is organizing an Invitation-Only Industry Briefing with Kristian Hedberg, Minister Counsellor, Mobility & Transport at the EU Delegation in Washington DC. Kristian Hedberg, who will be on a 3-day official visit to Miami in December, will update our guests on the EU’s transportation and mobility agenda with a focus on innovation and sustainability including areas of coordination with the United States. Kristian Hedberg joined the EU Delegation in Washington DC in September 2023...
17
Nov
Join EACCNY for an in-depth analysis of the European economy and the newly released Autumn 2023 Economic Forecast. The US economy has grown faster than the European Union’s for the past five quarters. There are a variety of reasons for the discrepancy in performance between the EU and the US, including the trade and resulting energy price shock in Europe prompted by Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine; fiscal policy and the lingering effects of pandemic era stimulus programs; as well ...
16
Nov
Join EACC Netherlands for a seminar in Amsterdam on “Florida, the new Tech Hub of the Americas” in cooperation with SelectFlorida. Federal initiatives such as the CHIPS Act entice foreign companies to establish or grow their operations in the USA. The technology, energy and cleantech sectors are key activities that can benefit. Florida is home to the third-largest tech industry in the United States and booming. Florida also has the 2nd largest medical device manufacturing industry and the 3r...
12
Oct
On October 12, as part of our "Why Florida Series", EACC Florida will be hosting a group of companies and clusters from across Europe with business in the rail industry. Countries represented include Italy, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Turkey and the UK. The purpose of the visit will be to learn about the rail landscape in S. Florida and public procurement opportunities. Before travelling to Miami, the group will be attending the APTA Expo in Orlando. If you are a Member of EACC Florida and have expe...
26
Sep
The IRA and CHIPS Act are designed to increase investments into infrastructure, energy projects, and semiconductor manufacturing and supply chains in the United States through various federal grants, tax credits, and other incentives. Companies even remotely connected to the semi-conductor or green energy sectors have been looking for ways to access the billions of dollars of incentives and subsidies being made available by the Federal Government. Is your company connected to these industries? A...
11
Jul
The Florida economy is booming and employment rates are at an all-time high. Data from the Economic Innovation Group shows that Florida had the third-highest rate of new business formations per capita in 2022. And according to Enterprise Florida, majority foreign-owned companies from Europe account for the largest share by far at 63 percent of all FDI employment in the Sunshine State with the UK leading the pack. Yet, global and local companies – large and small - are struggling to find and re...
22
May
Please join us on May 22 for this program which is part of our recurring Quarterly EU Economic Updates. The European Union has weathered the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine much better than expected. The commodity price shock of 2022 is now a thing of the past, as Europe has pivoted away from Russian imports of oil and natural gas with amazing speed. Not only has the EU avoided energy shortages, but gas prices have now fallen below pre-war levels. This resilience has allowed the EU to s...
13
Mar
The U.S. Administration unveiled on 10 January 2023 the National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization, a “landmark interagency framework of strategies and actions to remove all emissions from the transportation sector by 2050”. This blueprint proposes a multimodal approach and lays out three key strategies to achieve decarbonization: increase convenience; improve efficiency; and transition to clean options. Building and relying on the historic investments and funding from the Bipar...
23
Feb
The Consulate General of Ireland in Miami and EACC Florida are organizing an Industry Roundtable with EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders. Commissioner Reynders is currently leading the European Commission's proposal for new laws on corporate sustainability due diligence. The new rules will ensure that businesses address adverse impacts of their actions, including in their value chains inside and outside Europe. The Roundtable will provide an opportunity for invited guests from Florida-based...
21
Feb
At the end of 2022, the IMF’s annual economic outlook for 2023 projected weak growth across the world in the face of elevated inflation, higher interest rates, reduced investment, disruptions caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the lingering impact of COVID especially in China. The sharp downturn in growth was expected to be widespread, with World Bank forecasts in 2023 revised down for 95% of advanced economies and nearly 70% of emerging market and developing economies. Although the ...
18
Oct
The impact of the Pandemic, the war in Ukraine, increasing inflation and concerns about a global economic downturn are exacerbating the challenges faced by global companies as it relates to their markets, international operations, supply chains and workforce. Are you a European company looking to establish or develop operations in the US? Or are you an American or Latin American company planning to expand to Europe or already operating globally? How do you handle talent retention and acquisition...
28
Sep
Do you remember the EU's GDPR and its extra-territorial impact on companies based outside of Europe? The EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA), together, will form a single set of new rules that will be applicable to online intermediaries and digital platforms in the EU. These rules will also apply to online intermediaries and companies established outside of the European Union offering their services in Europe. They are scheduled to come into force in 2024 - or ...
26
Jul
EACC Florida continues its “Why Florida” series with a presentation to a business delegation of 20 European SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups from the MedTech industry who will be attending the Florida International Medical Expo (07/27-29) in Miami Beach, as part of the Overseas Trade Fair Program 2.0. of the European Innovation Council. The presentation will be followed by a reception and represents an excellent opportunity for EACC Florida Members to engage in some B2B networking with the visi...
26
Jul
INVITATION ONLY EVENT. Please join the European Innovation Council (EIC), Europe’s Flagship Innovation Program, and EACC Florida in welcoming representatives from European EIC-funded SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups attending the Florida International Medical Expo (FIME 2022) under the European Pavilion. Sample European delicacies, network with other EACC Florida Members & invited guests, and enjoy a drink as you meet representatives from the EIC and some of the leading European MedTech compa...
24
Jun
Brought to you by the Embassy of Poland in Washington DC and the Polish Trade & Investment Agency Polish cybersecurity companies Billon, Cypher.dog, CyCommSec & SafeKiddo are on a road show in Texas and Florida and will be stopping in Miami on June 23 and 24, 2022. Meet these companies from Poland and join them, the Polish Embassy and Polish Investment & Trade Agency for a Panel Discussion about the latest on cybersecurity in Eastern Europe and possible business opportunities. Partic...
22
Jun
The Metaverse refers to a variety of shared spaces and assets that people can access via the internet - sometimes using virtual reality and augmented reality devices – to interact with each other and experience and/or buy virtual goods. According to research in the UK, at the current level of technological consumption, the average American will spend up to 44 years of his or her life staring at a screen. Advertisers are racing to benefit from this new environment, whether it means people explo...
19
May
Program brought to you by EACC New York. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has unleashed a humanitarian crisis and a major macro-economic shock that fundamentally changes the global economic outlook. The EU is directly exposed to spillovers from the conflict, but the impact will be more pronounced for countries on its eastern border. Surging commodity prices, disrupted supply chains, and unprecedented trade and financial sanctions will all weigh on growth and push inflation higher in the near-term...
11
May
Program brought to you by EACC New York Interest in digital assets (incl. digital currencies) and the technologies behind this phenomenon has been steadily growing both in the EU and the United States. The business implications around digital assets are tremendous. Our panelists will discuss the practical perspective on the commercial use of digital assets and shed light on regulatory issues and the legal framework around digital assets (incl. Issue Spotting) on both sides of the Atlantic. The d...
18
Apr
After a 2-year hiatus, eMerge Americas is back in Miami Beach ! The eMerge signature event, launched in 2014, is a global tech conference held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center, attracting more than 16,000 attendees from 40 countries and over 3,900 unique participating organizations. For the last decade, eMerge has served as a catalyst for innovation and investment across the Americas, working at the forefront of building the South Florida entrepreneurial and tech ecosystem. eMerge i...
9
Mar
EACC Florida is kicking off its "Why Florida" series with a presentation to a business delegation from Poland of fourteen companies from a variety of sectors and industries. This represents an excellent opportunity for EACC Florida Members to engage in some B2B networking with the visiting companies. TOPICS Forms of US legal entity through which foreign businesses may transact business Human resource/employee issues that foreign employers of US residents may encounter Other compliance concerns, ...
4
Mar
Brought to you by EACC Paris EACC Paris' Transatlantic Tech Working Group, is organizing an open-discussion on diversity in tech companies and innovation ecosystems featuring Leigh-Ann Buchanan, a well-known figure in the Florida innovation ecosystem who advises innovation and technology leaders in the United States. Join a discussion on diversity and inclusion in tech companies and innovation ecosystems, and how organizations — from start ups to multinationals — can identify, address and tr...
2
Mar
Mercedes Garcia Perez Gzim Ocakoglu On March 2 and 3, EACC Florida is hosting a delegation of EU officials in Miami for a series of specialized meetings on resilience, transportation and climate-related issues. This is the first visit to Miami in this capacity of Mercedes Garcia Perez, Head of Global Issues and Innovation at the Delegation of the European Union in Washington DC, and of Gzim Ocakoglu, First Counselor on Mobility and Transport also at the Delegation of the EU. ...
15
Feb
Program brought to you by EACC Florida & SACC Florida. European countries continue to lead in competitiveness and innovation as shown by a number of global rankings. The top four spots of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2021 are occupied by Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands, while IMD ranks the United States as 10th in the world. In WIPO’s 2021 Innovation Index, Switzerland took the top spot as the world’s most innovative economy for the 10th consecutive year, follo...
26
Jan
Program brought to you by EACC Netherlands & EACC Texas. The American Jobs Plan of the Biden Administration and the European Green Deal of the von der Leyen Commission have set the world’s largest economies on a path to climate neutrality. The magnitude of these plans and the reduction of emissions needed are unparalleled and offer both opportunities and challenges for companies active in these markets. The EACC Netherlands and EACC Texas, in partnership with Houthoff (The Netherlan...
25
Jan
Program brought to you by EACC Florida In the past ten years, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) has become a key focus for the corporate world. Environmental protection, social justice, and ethical management are increasingly meaningful to consumers, particularly millennials and the ZGeneration. This has led to a growing global trend towards advertising based on ESG issues, and as a result to regulators taking a closer interest in ESG-related claims, and to brand damage from allegat...
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