Wednesday, April 17, 2024.  April is a busy month.  The Jewish Passover Holiday Season is upon us next week.  Earth Day around the corner, plus the Coast Guard Dinner, Seafarer’s House Luncheon, CLIA 360, largest cruise industry Expo this week, not forgetting the Port’s Trade Webinars and, of course, our Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon early May. See you there!  Details below!

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

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.  Our Sponsorships and 50 Table Hosts are COMPLETELY SOLD OUT!  A record number of 600 business and government participants are expected. Now is the time to send in your guests’ names for the tables. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org
 

Monday, April 15, 2024. El Al Israel Airlines has begun flying from Fort Lauderdale twice weekly to Tel Aviv Monday and Saturdays, with returns on Monday and Friday. El Al is operating six roundtrips between Fort Lauderdale and Tel Aviv during Jewish Passover Holiday season.

Tuesday, April 16-Sunday, 21, 2024. CLIA Cruise 360 Expo at Broward County Convention Center. The largest & official conference of the cruise industry. www.cruising.org

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]                               

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