Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Our business luncheon this Friday is officially sold out — and the momentum doesn’t stop there. We’re equally thrilled to share that our October 23 Golf Tournament has reached capacity, and the excitement just got bigger: Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has generously provided a 6/8 night Caribbean Cruise as our Grand Raffle Prize. Port Everglade Members are encouraged to join us on tournament day — even if you’re not playing — to cheer on our golfers, enjoy the camaraderie, and maybe even walk away as the lucky winner of a fabulous Caribbean getaway.

Friday, August 7, 2026. ‘Book a Date with Freight’ at our next Port Everglades Association Business Cargo Panel Luncheon. Put on your big boy (and girl) CARGO pants at Lauderdale Yacht Club. 11.30am-1.30pm.  In these challenging times, Port Everglades is posting some of its best cargo numbers ever. Learn from a panel of industry veterans how Broward County’s seaport is flourishing when many of our nation’s maritime gateways are struggling with such issues as shipping line restructuring, infrastructure constraints, rising fuel costs, tariffs and overall global uncertainties. Panelists – respectively representing terminal operations, containerized cargo and liquid bulk sectors are Rick Blackmore, CEO of Port Everglades Terminal LLC. Charles Gittens, President of Bahamas & Eastern Caribbean Trade at King Ocean Services and Rich Vogel, Manager of Environmental and Regulatory Affairs at Vecenergy.  The discussion is slated to be moderated by Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons, Founder, CEO of Total Marine Solutions and President of Port Everglades Association, while Joseph Morris, Port Director, CEO of Port Everglades, looks to provide an introductory overview. Many thanks to our sponsors CORE, Keith, Port Everglades Terminal and Vecenergy.  We are sold out.  See you on the 7^th!  We are absolutely sold out so members please do not show up without a reservation.  www.portbiz.org or call 954.463.2801

Friday, October 23, 2026. Port Everglades Association Seaport Golf Tournament is right around the corner at Plantation Golf Course and Club.  Full hot breakfast at 7.30am, Shotgun start at 9am. Full barbecue lunch after play with Tournament Winners and Raffle Prizes.  One lucky raffle ticket holder will win our special Grand Raffle Prize of 6/8nt Caribbean Cruise from Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Thank you so much RCCL! All Members are invited, even if you don’t play, cheer on our players and enjoy the barbecue! We are sold out .www.portbiz.org or call 954.463.2801
 

Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Join us for the Visit Lauderdale Partnership Summit and discover how to make the most of our partnership. Learn about the marketing opportunities, programs, and resources available to help grow your business while gaining the latest destination updates and tourism trends.  Connect with fellow industry professionals, explore new ways to engage with Visit Lauderdale, and see how we can work together to strengthen Greater Fort Lauderdale's visitor economy. 9am – 11am. Broward County Convention Center.  www.visitlauderdale.com/summit

Tuesday, August 25, 2026.  Wood Packaging Materials (WPM): Navigating Compliance Webinar. We take a deeper dive into the steps stakeholders should follow when they receive an Emergency Action Notification (EAN). CBP and APHIS experts will walk participants through each phase of the response and resolution process, from initial notification to final outcomes. After the live event, this and other previously recorded webinars will be available for replay at Trade Outreach Webinars. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (cbp.gov).  www.[email protected]

Monday 28 – Wednesday 30, September, 2026. American Association of Ports Association, (AAPA) Annual Convention & Expo.  New Orleans Marriott. As global trade, energy demand, and geopolitical uncertainty reshape the maritime landscape, ports are being called upon to play an even greater strategic role. [email protected]

Thursday, October 22, 2026. Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization presents the 5th Annual State of the Region & Annual Awards at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.  We honor a distinguished group of leaders, Senator James Scott (Lifetime Achievement Award,) Steve Braun, FDOT District 4 (Community Impact Award, Coree Cuff Lonergan (Visionary Award,) Lisa Scott Founds (Champion Award.)  [email protected] (954) 876-0073

Saturday, October 24, 2026. 30th Annual International Golden Compass Award Gala at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Port Everglades Pilots Association is being honored this year.  The Pilots Association celebrated 95 years of Leadership and Dedication to the maritime industry. They are an elite group of carefully chosen mariners who have demonstrated exceptional qualities of skill, dedication, and commitment to service in the maritime industry. We are honored they are members of Port Everglades Association. The prestigious Compass Golden Compass Gala is Seafarer’s House’s largest Annual Fundraiser.   150,000 seafarers and port workers each year are supported through hospitality, transportation, emergency assistance, pastoral care, and other essential services.  Make your reservation now [email protected].  Sponsorships 786.985.6049.  Mark your calendars now!

Friday, October 30, 2026.  Join us for the 10th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Breakfast, hosted by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce. Connect with the Chamber’s Marine Council, members, and the Marine Industries Association of South Florida. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while hearing from an industry expert keynote speaker, receive a day-pass to tour the International Boat Show, and take advantage of complimentary Water Taxi ticket for a seamless experience. 7.30am – 9.30am. Next to Riverside Hotel, 420 SE 6 Ave. Fort Lauderdale. [email protected]

Wednesday 4 – Friday 6, November, 2026.  18th Annual Southeast Florida Climate Leadership Summit, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale.  Hosted by Broward County, this year's theme is "Capitalizing on Climate: Action Through Innovation.  For sponsorship/registration information, contact Dr. Greg Mount, [email protected]; 954.519.0356 and Kirk Zieser [email protected] 954.519.1294.  Now taking reservations.  This year’s Summit theme, Capitalizing on Climate: Action through Innovation, showcases how to leverage innovation and investment to drive climate solutions.  Join Port Everglades Association in becoming a sponsor.  Early bird registration ends soon August 31^st.   www.broward.org/Climate/Summit2026/

Port Everglades Association 2026 Calendar