JOIN THE IACCSE IN AN EXPLORATORY MISSION TO COLOMBIA

The Italy America Chamber of Commerce Southeast (IACCSE) is pleased to invite you to join the upcoming exploratory mission to Colombia. The 3-day exploratory mission offers first-hand information on investment opportunities, incentives, and the market. The program includes meetings with local Trade Agencies and Entrepreneurial organizations, along with testimonials from local Italian companies. This mission is designed to provide participants with valuable insights into the Colombian market and foster business opportunities between Italian, American and Colombian companies. The mission will take place from November 1st to November 3rd in Bogotá.

Program:

DAY 1- Wed Nov 1:

• In the morning arrival in Bogotá, Colombia, and hotel accommodation. (preferred rate will be provided)
• Early in the afternoon, at the office of the Italian Chamber in Colombia: meeting with the Chamber’s Board of Directors and testimonials from Italian companies in key industry sectors.
• Brief presentation of the legal requirements to access the market presented by with 2 experts.
• Welcome dinner and networking with members of the Italian Chamber in Colombia.

DAY 2 – Thu Nov 2nd:

• In the morning, at ProColombia (Official Trade and Investments Agency of The Colombian Government), seminar about the incentives offered to foreign investors on key FDI industry sectors.
• In the afternoon, meeting at ANDI (Asociacion Nacional de Empresarios de Colombia).
• In the evening Reception at the Italian Embassy in Bogotá and meet&greet with the Italian diplomatic representatives.

DAY 3 – Fri Nov 3rd:

• In the morning, specific roundtables with industry associations by sectors including: Real Estate, Tourisim and Infrastructure.
• In the afternoon, guided tour across historic landmarks in Bogotá city center (optional).
• In the evening return flight to Miami.

PARTICIPATION FEE:

 $ 800 per participant (IACCSE Members)

$ 1,000 per participant (Non-Members)

which includes:

• Business and Networking Activities
• Participation at Welcome Dinner and Reception
• Historic City Center guided Tour

*Hotel accommodation suggested at a preferred rate.

The Exploratory mission will be organized only upon confirmation from 15 participants. A maximum of 20 people can attend the business trip.

Join the IACCSE on this exciting journey to Colombia and take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore new business horizons and foster valuable connections in one of Latin America’s most dynamic markets.

If you are interested in participating in this exploratory mission to Colombia, please fill out the pre-registration form available on our website (click here). Alternatively, you can send us an email at info@iacc-miami.com to receive more details and registration information.

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