Florida's Premier Port Business organization promoting the growth of Port Everglades Since 1979
PEA serves as a bridge between public and private interests to facilitate the Port's achievement of its rightful place as a leader in the ranks of America's port ocean commerce.
TURNING THE TIDE, 2024
Port Everglades Association
Wednesday, March 27, 2024. We celebrate Easter this weekend and send Easter blessings to you and yours. Springtime is a time of new beginnings and renewed friendships which we strive for at our Business Luncheons. At the same time our hearts and prayers go out to all involved with the tragedy in Baltimore harbor. God bless them all. A Prayer Service will be held at Seafarer’s House, tomorrow at 10am.
Friday, April 5, 2024, Save the date for our next Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon, 11.30am – 1.30pm at Lauderdale Yacht Club. ‘Safe Navigation, Smart Growth’ is on tap for our presentation featuring: Safely navigating port waters and smartly growing Broward County’s first City are scheduled to share the spotlight. Speakers are Capt. Sam Stephenson, Senior Harbor Pilot, Port Everglades Pilots Association and A.J. Ryan IV, Mayor of Dania Beach. Founded in 1931, Port Everglades Pilot Association is an elite group of highly skilled mariners providing compulsory pilotage to all seagoing vessels calling at Port Everglades or Port Dania. The City of Dania Beach, one of the jurisdictions Port Everglades spans, and is geared up for prudent residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational growth. Special surprise at Luncheon! We are SOLD OUT! See you there! 954.463.2801.
Friday, June 7, 2024. Port Everglades Association presents the 16th Annual Economic Engine Performance Report with a Transportation Twist! Greater Fort Lauderdale, Broward County Convention Center. Transportation is our focus with a theme of “Planes, Trains, Ships and Automobiles.” As Port Everglades Association celebrates its 45-year anniversary, the longtime premier gathering of Broward County business leaders is taking on a dynamic transportation twist, focusing on Broward’s Airport, Seaport and Transit progress. From new master plan initiatives to Broward County Transit’s Premium Mobility Plan (PREMO) to interconnectivity advances, transportation is geared up to keep our county moving forward for generations to come. The presenters are Jared Perdue, Secretary, Florida Department of Transportation, Coree Cuff Lonergan, Broward County, General Manager & Director of Transportation; Monica Cepero, Broward County Administrator; Mark Gale, Director of Aviation, Broward County Aviation Department; Glenn Wiltshire, Port Everglades Acting Director; Russell Benford, V.P. Government Relations, Americas, Royal Caribbean Group, & EEPR Event Chairman; Broward County Mayor, Nan Rich; and Lori Baer, EEPR, Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. Our Sponsorships are SOLD OUT. TITLE SPONSOR: FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT. PREMIUM SPONSORS: AECOM, ATKINSREALIS, CITY OF HOLLYWOOD, DISNEY CRUISE LINE, HILL INTERNATIONAL, HNTB, JACOBS, MOFFATT & NICHOL, PRINCESS CRUISE LINE, WSP. MAJOR SPONSORS: A WOOLPERT COMPANY, BERMELLO AJAMIL, FORT LAUDERDALE EXECUTIVE AIRPORT, MOSS, ORION, PORT EVERGLADES PILOTS, TOTAL MARINE SOLUTIONS. All 50 Tables are SOLD OUT! We are proud to welcome first-time Table Hosts JETBLUE AIRLINE, NATIONAL JETS AND TRI-RAIL. A record number of 600 business and government participants are expected. WE ARE SOLD OUT! A limited number of single seats remain for Port Everglades Association members only. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org
Port Everglades will host five cruise ships from award winning brands Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean International this Summer cementing its position as the third busiest cruise homeport in the world. In total, Port Everglades anticipates the 2024 cruise season to bring 46 cruise ships to the south of Florida. The port already has 44 cruise calls scheduled for 2025.
Seafarer’s House is proud to announce that our Café by Big Chef is now open. 7am-3pm. Try is out for lunch or breakfast. We encourage carpooling for the first few weeks as we work toward our car park expansion. www.seafarershouse.org
Thursday, March 28, 2024. Metropolitan Planning Organization honors Dr. George Hanbury ll, Ms. Lori Baer, Mr. Rufus James, and Mr. Alan Hooper in a luncheon 10.30am at Fort Lauderdale Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. You are invited to the third State of the Region Annual Awards. This awards presentation offers insight into the progress that positively impacts our local economy and families. ww.browardmpo.org
Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Port Everglades’ three new Super Post-Panamax Gantry Cranes have a ribbon cutting ceremony today marking a new era for South Port. Congratulations to all!
Friday, April 5-Sunday, April 7, 2024 Tortuga Music Festival on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Port users may experience some traffic delays, HEAVY TRAFFIC EXPECTED ON 17TH St. Use alternative entrances to the port.
Monday, April 8 – Thursday, 11 April, 2024. Seatrade Cruise Global. Miami Beach Convention Center. www.seatradecruiseevents.com
Friday, April 19, 2024. 42nd Edition of Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar featuring World BASC Organization. (Business Alliance for Secure Commerce) presented by Erik Moncayo, and Suzanne Lemaitre, Executive Director10am – 11am. Microsoft teams. Registration: Robert Barceló, 954.468. 0177.Cell: 954.253.4407. [email protected]
Thursday, April 18, 2024. Coast Guard Foundation’s 28th. Honoring Men and Women of the United States Coast Guard. Marriott Harbor & Spa, 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale Cocktail Reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Program 7:30 p.m. Attire: Military: Service Dress Blue Alpha Civilian: Business / Cocktail. Reservations, Becky Ketterhagen, 860.457.1413. [email protected]
Thursday, April 25, 2024. South Florida’s Business Leaders’ Luncheon benefiting Seafarer’s House. 11.30am. Lauderdale Yacht Club. $150 per person. 954.734.1580. [email protected]
Lori Baer, Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org
Dear members and friends, we would like to express my sincere gratitude for your valuable support and participation in the recent Economic Engine Performance Report event. Your presence and contributions made the event a resounding success.
We extend our deepest appreciation to our esteemed sponsors for their unwavering support throughout the planning and execution of the event. Your commitment to our cause enabled us to deliver an engaging and insightful experience to all the attendees. Your support goes a long way in furthering our mission of promoting economic growth and fostering collaboration within our industry.
To the members of our esteemed association, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your continuous dedication and active participation. Your involvement in the event, whether as panelists or attendees, added immense value to the discussions and debates that took place. The collective expertise and diverse perspectives you brought to the table significantly enriched the event, leaving a lasting impact on all the participants. Lastly, but certainly not least, we express our gratitude to the participants who attended the Economic Engine Performance Report event. Your presence and active engagement made the event vibrant and dynamic. Your insightful questions, thoughtful observations, and valuable contributions created an atmosphere of intellectual exchange and collaboration. We genuinely appreciate your time, effort, and enthusiasm in making the event a meaningful experience for all.
The success of the Economic Engine Performance Report event would not have been possible without the collective efforts of our sponsors, members, and participants.
Your commitment to excellence and passion for advancing our industry's growth are truly commendable. Once again, please accept our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable support and participation. We look forward to continuing our journey together, striving for greater achievements and creating a positive impact on our industry and community.
Thank you. Warm regards,
Port Everglades Association Inc
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