Wednesday, May 1, 2024.  It’s an action-packed May starting off with our Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon on 3^rd, Kentucky Derby on the 4^th. Cinco de Mayo Day on the 5^th.  Fleet week 5^th – 12^th, this year in Miami.  Join us in honoring all the amazing moms out there this coming Mother’s Day, May 12^th.

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. We are happy to report we are SOLD OUT!  See you there this Friday! 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org

Friday, June 7, 2024.  Port Everglades Association presents the 16^th 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. All 50 Tables are SOLD OUT! A limited number of single seats remain for Port Everglades Association members only. Table hosts, please send in your table guests names now! 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org

Groundbreaking for the Port Everglades Bypass Road took place this week at the Broward County Convention Center Marshalling Yard in Fort Lauderdale. The $55-million infrastructure project involves the construction of a bypass road creating a direct connection to Broward County Convention Center and reducing congestion to US 1 and SE 17^th Street. 

We welcome new member EAC Consulting, Inc. to our Port Everglades Association.  EAC provides services for infrastructure improvement and development projects in the public and private sectors working with Municipal Agencies, Airports, Seaports and Private Developers to deliver infrastructure improvements to our communities. EAC will be represented by Rick Crooks and Evelyn Rodriguez. www.eacconsult.com

Monday, May 6, 2024. Emissions Reduction Community Meeting. 1.30pm – 3.30pm.  Free to join us to discuss projects aimed at improving our air quality.  Port Everglades is pursuing three grants for emission-reducing projects. Experts will address grant opportunities from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Ports Program and the U.S. Maritime Administration’s Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). Information, 954.468.3527 [email protected].

Sunday, 5 – Sunday, 12, May, 2024.  Fleet Week this year is in Miami.  All are welcome.  The Navy will be sending four ships to Port Miami and an exciting schedule of events is being planned to welcome the Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen to South Florida.  Book a guided tour of USS Harry S. Truman soon to set sail in the Red Sea. www.fleetweekmiami.org

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.

Thursday, 6 – 7, June, 2024. Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas.  Miami Beach Convention Center. www.cruiseshipinteriors-expo.com 

Friday, June 28, 2024.  Mark your calendar and save the date!  Our July Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon at Lauderdale Yacht Club will be on the 28^th because of the holiday!

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