Wednesday, April 10, 2024.  This week started with a celestial show of the solar eclipse partially viewed here in Florida – next one in 20 years! - and here on earth it’s the big Seatrade Expo at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Expected attendance 10,000 from around the world.  Stop by Port Everglades booth #1038.

Friday, May 3, 2024, Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon, 11.30am – 1.30pm at Lauderdale Yacht Club. “REDCON: Always at the Ready at Port Everglades.”  Leaders of a trio of locally based world-class maritime emergency response organizations, Cliff Berry Inc., Resolve Marine and the Broward Sheriff’s Fire Rescue & Emergency Services Department are all based right here at Port Everglades and are always in Readiness Condition (REDCON) often working collaboratively in a broad range of critical circumstances, as well as furnishing vital training to responders from around the globe. Presenters are Cliff Berry II, President & CEO, Cliff Berry Inc., which since 1958 has provided around-the-clock comprehensive services.  Chauncey Naylor, Director of Administration and Matthew Bierwagen, Tender Manager both at Resolve Marine, are now in its fifth decade with offices spanning five continents.  Harris Henbest, District Chief, BSO’s Port Everglades Command and Search Team Manager for Florida Task Force 2. Glenn Wiltshire, Acting Director of Port Everglades, adds an operating perspective of a major seaport. Now taking reservations.  954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org

Last week Port Everglades Officials, Partners and Elected Officials celebrated three new Super Post-Panamax Container Gantry Cranes going into service with a ribbon cutting.  Port Everglades now has a total of container cranes to 13 container gantry cranes (six are Super Post-Panamax and seven are Post Panamax) and one mobile harbor crane.

Thursday, April 18, 2024.  Coast Guard Foundation’s 28^th. 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 18, 2024. Join The Prosperity Partnership in learning about Broward County's top economic and social priorities such as affordable housing, economic mobility, homelessness, resilience, and more. www.gflalliance.org/events/community  [email protected]

Friday, April 19, 2024. 41^st.  Edition of Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar featuring World BASC Organization.  (Business Alliance for Secure Commerce) presented by Erik Moncayo, and Suzanne Lemaitre, Executive Director. 10am – 11am. Microsoft teams. Registration: Robert Barceló, 954.468. 0177.Cell: 954.253.4407. [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]

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 42nd Edition, Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar Series. Ms. Elisa Kuster, Commercial Director National Ports Administration, Uruguay, will offer insight into Uruguay’s port’s system and operations.  Uruguay is #27 ranked commercial partner with Port Everglades, which at the end of 2022 was valued at $271 million. 10am-11am via Microsoft teams. Registration: Robert Barceló, 954.468.0177 Cell: 954.253.4407. [email protected]

Wednesday, May 15, 2024. 43^rd Edition - Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar Series, featuring: PMAC (Ports Management Association of the Caribbean) Presented by Darwin Telemaque – PMAC Chairman.  PMAC is the voice for 22 Caribbean ports and plays a vital role in consultation, advocacy, and representation regarding the operations of these ports. Chairman Telemaque will provide an in-depth association update including any significant developments of member ports. 10am – 11am. Microsoft teams. Registration: Robert Barceló, 954.468. 0177.

Thursday, May 18, 2024.  Join us for CBP / Ports’ (Virtual) Perishable Cargo Meeting. Hosted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Broward County's Port Everglades. 1.30pm-2.30pm. Microsoft Teams. Robert Barceló, 954.468.0177.

Lori Baer, Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. 954.463.2801.  www.portbiz.org                                             

ECONOMIC ENGINE PERFORMANCE REPORT 2023

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 2024 Calendar