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Food Design Night 2023
WHEN Thursday – September 28, 2023 – From 6pm to 9pm
WHERE Various Italian furniture Showrooms in Coral Gables
Click here for the Event Map
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
WE ARE SORRY TO INFORM YOU THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY FURTHER REGISTRATIONS DUE TO CAPACITY LIMIT
THE EVENT
The Food Design Night is a one-of-a-kind event taking place in synergy at the most prestigious Italian furniture showrooms in the heart of Coral Gables
The event is open to food & lifestyle influencers, interior designers, architects, and design lovers who want to be present where the Italian signature cuisine meets the iconic Italian design.
Every showroom will host a themed food tasting paired with Italian wines, and the focus will be particularly on the design, arrangement, and presentation of the dishes.
Italian chefs, each assigned to a different Italian showroom, will showcase their signature dish according to their personal interpretation of “food design”, from the aesthetical to the conceptual aspect, always referring to a common inspiration: the Italian culture and the use of authentic Italian ingredients – exclusively using authentic Italian products.
The event is organized and presented by The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast and the Consulate General of Italy in Miami.
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21+ ONLY EVENT | NO RSVP AT THE DOOR
For further information: communications@iacc-miami.com
Below find a video of the 2021 edition:
ARTEPATIO IS LOOKING FOR A STORE MANAGER
Company: ArtePatio
Artepatio is a residential and commercial contractor with showrooms and retail stores located in Miami, for outdoor renovation that offers outdoor furniture, shades and patio accessories.
Artepatio is hiring an Architect or Designer to Manage the new ArteCucine Showroom in Coral Gables to represent the ArteCucine quality in its entirety while partnering with designers and architects to support their projects and goals of the firm. You will be working with different levels of clients, professionals designers, contractors and local clients. The design manager is responsible for the work originated and generated by personnel within the showroom.
What you will be doing:
Operations:
● Manage the Showroom in Coral Gables. Open and close the store.
● Lead a design-sales team
● Manages the work of employees that are using computer assisted engineering and design software
and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
● Reviews design work completed by designers prior to production.
● Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable
laws.
Clients:
● Develop good client relationships, delivering superior service and sales results.
● Develop close relationships with designers and design firms at multiple levels to uncover new
opportunities for ArteCucine.
● Effectively resolve customer issues, ensuring timely resolution of problems.
● Create connections with the architectural and design community through active participation in
trade, industry and networking groups and events. Design in-showroom events to further solidify
these relationships and drive continued business growth.
Merchandising:
● Maintain merchandising directives; ensure presentation of all vignettes, fixtures and all visual areas
are reflective of current visual direction and ArteCucine style.
● Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the product; must be fluent in all aspects of product
knowledge.
Key Requirements:
● Passion for luxury design.
● Minimum 3 years of sales management experience in a related luxury home furnishings retail
environment.
● Ability to analyze and quickly react to selling reports and results to drive sales and profitability.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills.
● Proven ability to drive a positive Client Journey that delivers loyalty and measurable results.
● Must be able to manage multiple tasks at once.
● Tech savvy with the ability to use various design software programs
● Design certificate or degree preferred. Business certificate or degree preferred
What you need to be successful:
You are innately curious and demonstrate an understanding of and passion for client and customer issues.
Personal success motivates you, and you also find satisfaction in helping others succeed and creating innovative solutions within a collaborative team environment. As an experienced sales/design professional, you:
● Have strong relationship skills, relationship maturity and the confidence to develop relationships at
all levels within design and architecture firms.
● Are self-motivated, well-adapted and results oriented.
● Have developed dynamic communication skills including presentation, written and verbal.
● Have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to receive coaching and conduct personal
reflection.
● Have a high level of organizational and management skills necessary for coordinating complex
projects, working with teams, and executing on short- and long-term goals.
● Are able to juggle an in-person, virtual, and social media presence within the design community.
● Are inventive and enjoy coming up with new approaches to old problems.
● Are skilled at transitioning relationships to business opportunities.
Who You Are, Preferred Skills and Competencies:
● Bachelor’s degree in a related field
● 5 years of sales experience
● Experience selling to or working within the design community
● Written Communication Skills
What We Offer You:
● Base Salary: $ 55,000/Yr. Plus Sales commission
● 10 Paid Holidays
● Vacation (paid time off)
● Company Discount
For more details and to apply for this job position, please email your resume to design@artepatio.com (please make sure to copy info@iacc-miami.com in the same email)
DARIO SNAIDERO CELEBRATED THE GRAND OPENING AT THE MANDICASA MIAMI FLAGSHIP SHOWROOM
On May 11th President Dario Snaidero and CEO, Alberto Snaidero of LUXITALY Group hosted almost a hundred and fifty architects, developers, and interior designers for the Grand Opening of the MandiCasa brand’s Miami Flagship showroom.
Joining Dario and Alberto were the VP of Multi-Housing Giulio Petrilli, along with Ana Gladstone and the complete MandiCasa Miami team and Miami design professionals toasted t MandiCasa’s grand opening with Italian fine wines, cocktails, and delicacies while enjoying the stunning selection of Made-in-Italy designs.
Wine Import & More provided the Scarpetta Timido Wine from Friuli, the same Italian region were MandiCasa’s kitchens are manufactured.
Guests included Miami Designers Hugo Mijares, Carlos Valenti, Varlos Castaneda, Vlada Finsky and more.
Istituto Marangoni Miami at Cabana Lounge Design Exclusive
Istituto Marangoni Miami debuted its major interior design presence at the CABANA International Trade Show last July 8-10, 2023 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Founded in Milan in 1935, Istituto Marangoni Miami offers a unique blend of academic learning with creative and practical activities interlaced with its rich Italian heritage. Throughout its nearly 90-year history, Marangoni has contributed to shaping countless key figures of the fashion and design industries around the world as well as spring-boarded the careers of thousands of students who have gone on to join the world’s most prestigious brands.
Cabana trade show is a carefully curated environment that presents a stylish world of fashion and lifestyle, bringing together top brands and retailers in Miami. With categories spanning a huge array of swimwear, resort wear, accessories, jewelry, activewear, and footwear, Cabana ultimately connects brands, retailers, and industry trendsetters who are inspired by a sense of discovery.
This exclusive collaboration opened the opportunity for the creation of an inviting Lounge designed by talented Interior Design student, Pavitra Thakkar. Her design manifests her outstanding skills and unique perspective, which seamlessly resonates with her Indian heritage. Drawing inspiration from Miami’s vibrant atmosphere, Pavitra has ingeniously crafted a lounge area that embodies the city’s prominent pink color.
Executive Director Nevio Boccanera of The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast- Miami, also expressed that the Lounge has uniquely fostered interaction and relaxation while establishing a dynamic connection with the exhibitions at Cabana.
Overall, the Cabana Lounge Project conveys an immersive learning experience to challenge the students’ creativity and sensitivity. The awesome Lounge just manifests that the school empowers design students to embrace a disciplined process and assertively deliver their own cohesive spatial syntax, says Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores, Dean of Interior Design.
Exclusive Event for IACCSE Premium and Sustaining Members
Premium and Sustaining Members are the backbone of our Chamber of Commerce, and they guarantee its continuity with their invaluable support.
This is why the Chamber’s Board of Directors aims to continually appreciate their contributions and provide increasing benefits to these categories of members.
One of the new offerings we are introducing is an annual event exclusively dedicated to them. This year, we are thrilled to inaugurate this special event in collaboration with the Miami-Dade College School of Business.
On September 7th, we will host a special business breakfast at the impressive Wolfson Campus of Miami-Dade College. The event will feature an engaging dialogue with professors from the School of Business, focusing on significant topics concerning the American economy and international trade. Additionally, there will be a guided visit to the Innovation Center, Cyber Security Center, and Artificial Intelligence Center within the Wolfson Campus.
Invitations for this event will be sent in the coming weeks, and we kindly ask our Premium and Sustaining members to register in advance for this enriching opportunity. RSVPs are particularly important, as we need to provide Miami-Dade College with an accurate count of participants.
The Best of Italian Design Will Be Back Next October
The Best of Italian Design is a unique event dedicated to celebrating and displaying prestigious Italian brands and Made in Italy high-end products. The event is created for those Italian design companies interested in meeting with local architects, interior designers, and developers.
The 4th edition of the event will take place at 4141 Atrium (space in the Miami Design District), on October 19, 2023.
The event will feature four main segments:
1. B2B Meetings between Italian furniture manufacturers and local architects, interior designers, developers and distributors.
2. Talks – Renowned speakers to present the newest trends in the industry. This year the focus will be on contract design, particularly the hospitality and yacht industry.
3. Roundtable – Local dealers discuss the challenges and opportunities of the South Florida market
4. Network Design-Cocktail – Industry professionals and exhibitors celebrate Italian excellence in design, networking informally, and tasting design-inspired cocktails
Click the link below to visit the event’s webpage:
For exhibiting opportunities, follow the link below:
New Financial Support Program with SIMEST
By the end of the summer, Italian companies will have access to a new financial support program presented by the governmental organization SIMEST (Italian Society for Mixed Enterprises Abroad).
This new program guarantees financing of up to a maximum of 2.5 million euros at a very advantageous interest rate of 0.4%, repayable over 6 years.
SIMEST has been supporting the growth of Italian businesses through the international expansion of their activities since 1991. It assists companies throughout the entire cycle of expanding abroad, from the initial assessment of entering a new market to expansion through direct investments. It operates through financing for internationalization, credit support for exports, and participation in the capital of companies.
The financing allows small and medium size companies to obtain the necessary liquidity to open a branch abroad and hire a Temporary Export Manager for the development of foreign markets. Additionally, it provides the opportunity to participate in trade shows and industry events, as well as invest in marketing and advertising.
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is collaborating with SIMEST to give maximum exposure to this initiative, and is available to provide further information on this program. It’s important to know that the financing is provided 50% at the beginning of the activity, while the remaining 50% is disbursed based on expense reporting. Approval times for projects are approximately 3 months, and it’s possible to request a grant of up to 10% of the obtained financing.
Please contact info@iacc-miami.com for more information.
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The Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival | June 6 – 7, 2023
WHEN Wednesday, June 7, 2023
WHERE Coral Gables Country Club (Miami)
REGISTRATION – TRADE ONLY RSVP here
THE EVENT
Authentic Italian is the only high-end Food & Wine Festival in Miami that mainly focuses on Italian cuisine and flavors.
The Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival is divided into two sessions: the first one, industry-only, is meant to facilitate the interactions between Italian producers and buyers, and the second part of the event is a Grand Tasting, an opportunity for companies to present products to a selected public of local food lovers.
EXHIBITORS
Italian F&B producers, F&B importers, and distributors representing Italian brands, hospitality suppliers
Total exhibitors expected: 40+
VISITORS
Hospitality industry (restaurant owners, chefs, beverage managers, buyers at hotels and restaurant chains), Cruise Industry, F&B importers and distributors, influencers (journalists and food bloggers), and local consumers.
Total attendance expected:
150+ F&B professionals
600+ Food Lovers
LOCATION
The 4th edition of the Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival will take place at the Coral Gables Country Club (990 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33134).
CLICK HERE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE LOCATION
PROGRAM
DAY 1: Tuesday, June 6 – Pre-Event Activities (Exhibitors Only)
10:30am-12:30pm | ORIENTATION MEETING: INTRODUCTION TO THE SOUTH FLORIDA MARKET
Industry Testimonials, and U.S. market experts
(Optional activity dedicated to companies approaching the Florida market for the first time)
2:00pm-4:00pm | GROUP VISIT TO GOURMET MARKETS & GROCERY CHAINS IN DOWNTOWN MIAMI AND BRICKELL AREA
(Optional activity dedicated to companies approaching the Florida market for the first time)
7:00pm-9:00pm | LAUNCH DINNER
Including Meet & Greet and Speeches by top food & wine distributors
DAY 2: Wednesday, June 7 – Event Day
@Coral Gables Country Club
2:30pm-4:00pm | TALKS (F&B PROFESSIONALS ONLY)
2:30 pm | Cruise Lines panel: “Consumer trends and the strive for delivering an exceptional dining experience onboard”
In an effort to satisfy passengers and improve the sustainability of culinary operations, cruise companies continue to upgrade the food and beverage alternatives available onboard their ships.
- Alia Abou-Asali, VP Purchasing & Logistics, The Apollo Group
- Jessica Domm-Penberthy, Senior Manager – Shipboard Marketing, Oceania Cruises | Regent Seven Seas Cruises
- Charles Steadman, Director, Food and Beverage Experience and Strategic Partnerships, Virgin Voyages
3:15 pm | Restaurants and distributors panel: “The future of Miami’s restaurant scene”
Big names transplant, innovative concepts, new establishments openings at a fast pace. The restaurant scene in Miami is booming, but what are the challenges?
- Francesco Balli, Co-founder, and CEO, Grove Bay Hospitality Group
- Luis Landaeta, Business Development Manager, Sysco
- Nick Politis, CEO, Mr. Greens Produce
- Graziano Sbroggiò, Founder and Owner, Graspa Group
4:00 pm | Florida Small Business Development Center presentation: “Introduction to SBDC no-cost programs and resources to help hospitality businesses succeed”
- Shelly Bernal, International Trade Consultant | Business Coach, Florida SBDC
- Jesus Padilla, Manager of Administrative Services, Florida SBDC
4:00pm-6:00pm | TRADE SESSION (F&B PROFESSIONALS ONLY)
Trade-only Networking in the expo area with Florida’s F&B importers/distributors, chefs, restaurateurs, and gourmet market owners.
CLICK HERE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE EXHIBITORS
6:00pm-8:30pm | GRAND TASTING FOR A SELECTED PUBLIC OF FOOD LOVERS
While tasting authentic Italian products and signature dishes, guests will have the opportunity to get to know more closely Italian culture and culinary tradition.
Buy your ticket for the Grand Tasting:
TICKET: $ 42 / per person
INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS REGISTRATION
IF YOU ARE AN IMPORTER/DISTRIBUTOR, RESTAURATEUR, CHEF, GOURMET MARKET OWNER, WINE SHOP OWNER, AND HOSPITALITY BUYER,
YOU ARE KINDLY INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EVENT TRADE-ONLY SESSION:
Important note: industry professionals are guaranteed complimentary entrance to the event upon arrival before 5:00 pm
EXHIBITORS’ OPPORTUNITIES
IF YOU ARE A FOOD & BEVERAGE PROFESSIONAL
SPECIALIZED IN AUTHENTIC ITALIAN PRODUCTS
(IMPORTER, DISTRIBUTOR, PRODUCER)
OR A HOSPITALITY SUPPLIER
DO NOT MISS THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY
TO SHOWCASE YOUR BRAND:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE EXHIBITORS’ OPPORTUNITIES CONTACT
ALESSIA MARCENARO, DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARKETING@IACC-MIAMI.COM
PAST EDITIONS
Watch here the recap video of the past editions:
- Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival 2022
- Authentic Italian Table – Food & Wine Festival 2019
- Authentic Italian Table 2018
AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Miami, 6 e 7 Giugno 2023
Presentazione:
Nel 2022 l’export italiano verso gli USA ha registrato una forte crescita (+12,7%) rispetto al 2021, con un valore 69 miliardi di dollari, il miglior risultato di sempre.
In questo contesto, lo Stato della Florida rappresenta il terzo mercato per valore delle importazioni di prodotti agroalimentari italiani, con un totale di 464 milioni di dollari nel 2022, in crescita del +14% rispetto al 2021. Crescite a doppia cifra si rilevano per il Vino (+17%), i Liquori (+114%), la Pasta (+42%), le Salse (+41%), i Formaggi (+19%) e il Caffè (+91%) (Fonte: ICE).
Una crescita da ricondursi, tra le altre cose, alla aumentata percezione di valori come qualità, genuinità e tracciabilità; elementi che i consumatori americani apprezzano sempre di più e ritrovano nei prodotti Made in Italy. Nello specifico, la Florida con i suoi 22 milioni di abitanti ed oltre 90 milioni di presenze turistiche annuali rappresenta un mercato in grande crescita e sempre più sofisticato.
La principale metropoli dello Stato, Miami, è diventata una delle capitali culinarie degli Stati Uniti con una presenza importante di ristoranti internazionali, celebrity chef, festival gastronomici e catene di gourmet markets specializzati in prodotti di nicchia, spesso italiani.
È proprio per dare visibilità alle eccellenze enogastronomiche italiane sull’importante piazza di Miami che la Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast organizzerà, il prossimo 6 e 7 giugno presso il prestigioso spazio del Country Club di Coral Gables, la quarta edizione dell’evento “Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival”.
Circa 150 importatori, distributori, ristoratori e chef della Florida verranno invitati per due giornate di incontri, seminari, tasting di prodotti e networking con le imprese italiane.
Per le aziende italiane del Food & Wine è un’ottima opportunità di entrare in contatto con qualificate controparti commerciali, esplorare un mercato in grande crescita e testare i propri prodotti durante il Grand Tasting conclusivo che sarà aperto al pubblico di consumatori locali.
Il programma della quarta edizione del Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival si articolerà come segue:
MARTEDÌ 6 GIUGNO – ATTIVITÀ ORIENTATIVE
* Incontro di orientamento: introduzione al mercato della Florida da parte di esperti di settore americani e testimonianze aziendali di imprese italiane già presenti sul mercato
* Visita guidata a gourmet market e punti vendita GDO di Miami
* Cena di lancio ed incontro con autorità diplomatiche e alcuni importatori/distributori selezionati che verranno invitati a parlare dei trend di mercato
MERCOLEDÌ 7 GIUGNO – ATTIVITÀ PROMOZIONALI E COMMERCIALI
* Seminari: incontro sul settore F&B sulle navi da crociera; incontro sulla ristorazione di alta qualità a Miami
* Sessione Trade: incontri tra espositori e visitatori professionali presso area expo (trade only)
* Grand Tasting: l’evento apre le porte ad un pubblico di food lover, e selezionati ristoranti, pasticcerie e gelaterie si uniscono in qualità di espositori offrendo assaggi ai visitatori. Una straordinaria opportunità di visibilità per testare e far conoscere i propri prodotti ai consumatori finali.
Per maggiori informazioni sull’evento ed iscrizioni:
Le aziende italiane interessate a partecipare possono anche contattare la nostra Camera di Commercio all’indirizzo: marketing@iacc-miami.com
Ente organizzatore:
L’Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast (IACCSE) con sede a Miami è una organizzazione statunitense senza scopo di lucro, ufficialmente riconosciuta dal governo italiano, che si dedica alla promozione del commercio tra gli Stati Uniti e l’Italia. Fondata nel 1991, la IACCSE fa parte di Assocamerestero, l’associazione delle Camere di Commercio Italiane all’Estero. La Camera annovera una base associativa di circa 250 imprese, di origini sia italiane che americane. Alcuni dei marchi più rappresentativi del “Made in Italy” negli USA sono tra gli associati. I settori in cui operano i soci sono i più vari, dall’arredo-casa alla ristorazione, dalla meccanica alla logistica.