Port Everglades Association
Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Two more days to our exciting Business Luncheon. We are SOLD OUT! See program below. Come early to network, see you there!
Friday, April 4, Port Everglades Association, Lauderdale Yacht Club 11.30am - 1.30pm presents a pair of industry leaders who have dedicated their respective careers to advancing trade, transportation and infrastructure – efforts that have taken on heightened importance in these gonzo times. These top executives of the hemispheric American Association of Port Authorities and the Administrator of Broward County’s penny-for-transportation surtax are scheduled to furnish attendees of the latest on their advocacy and implementation efforts. Cary Davis is President, CEO and General Counsel of the American Association of Port Authorities, which serves as the unified voice of the seaport industry in the Americas, representing more than 130 public port authorities of the Western Hemisphere. The Administrator of Broward’s Mobility Advancement Program, Gretchen Cassini spearheads the County’s 30-year program for fully funded transportation projects. Port Everglades CEO and Port Director Joseph Morris will offer a special program introduction, with an emphasis on impacts upon Broward County’s seaport. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org.
Friday, May 30, 2025. Port Everglades Association presents The Annual Economic Engine Performance Report at Broward Convention Center. The panel will be Mark Gale, Joseph Morris, Coree Cuff Lonergan, Stacy Ritter, moderator Russell Benford. We are proud to welcome Florida Transportation Secretary, Jared Perdue. The annual briefing on business is by Broward’s Airport, Seaport and Tourism Leaders. This is the event to see and be seen! The response from our Sponsors and Table Hosts has been amazing. SOLD OUT! Many thanks to our Sponsors, Table Hosts and Guests. We look forward to seeing you there. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org.
The new tariffs starting today, dubbed "Liberation Day" by the Administration, are expected to have significant effects on Ports and consumers. These tariffs aim to impose reciprocal duties on imports to match the fees charged by other countries on U.S. exports. Stay tuned!
Revamped Pier Sixty-Six, new Broward Convention Center hotel loom as tourism catalysts for 2025. Few Florida cities and counties that consider themselves tourist destinations are starting the New Year with a hand as rich as the one held by Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. Aligned roughly across the Intracoastal Waterway from each other near Port Everglades, two major hotels stand to significantly lift the annual flow of leisure and business travelers into Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Monday 7 – Thursday 10 April, 2025. Seatrade Cruise Global at Miami Convention Center. Join top industry minds, explore the latest trends, and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Seatrade Cruise Global.www.seatradecruiseevents.com
Friday, April 11, 2025. Coast Guard Foundation’s Twenty Ninth Gala Event honoring the U.S. Coast Guard. Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, Reception 6.30pm, Dinner and Program 7.30pm. Our own Port Everglades Association Executive Director, Ms. Lori Baer is the 2025 Coast Guard Foundation’s Tribute to the Seventh District’s Honoree! 860.457.1413 [email protected].
Tuesday, April 15, 2025. CBP/Port Everglades Perishable Cargo Meeting via Webinar by Microsoft Teams. 1.30pm – 2.30pm. hosted U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP); U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Broward County’s Port Everglades. Register, Robert Barcelo,954 468 0177. Mobile 954 253 4407.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025. We are reaching a major milestone with our 50th Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar. Throughout this series, we’ve highlighted our valued business partners. Now, it’s time to focus on the exciting developments shaping the future of Port Everglades. Join us as our Port Director and CEO Joseph Morris, along with key port tenants, discuss ongoing projects, expanding opportunities, and the next chapter for Port Everglades. Register Robert Barcelo. 954 468 0177. Mobile 954 253 4407.
Wednesday 23 – Wednesday 30 April, 2025. The 31st Fleet Week is returning to Fort Lauderdale. www.browardnavydaysinc.org Port Everglades Association Members can get a jump on scheduling a Fleet Week ship visit. Ship tours will go live first thing in the morning on April 21, 2025. www.browardnavydaysinc.org/ship-tours Port Everglades Association and Comcast are co-sponsoring this year's Fleet Week Military Employer Recognition Breakfast (MER.) It will be April 25, 2025, 7.45am at Lauderdale Yacht Club. Port Everglades Association Members who are interested in attending should contact Peter Caspari at [email protected].
Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Damage Control Olympics (DCO) returns celebrating its 19th year offers an unforgettable experience with hand-on training, equipping participants with essential skills. Accepting sponsorships 954.463.9195 [email protected]
Tuesday 13 – Wednesday, 14 May, 2025. Port Everglades will be participating in the U.S. – Caribbean Business Conference at the Hilton, Miami, Blue Lagoon. Information Lesa Forbes International Trade Specialist. U.S. Department of Commerce | International Trade Administration. .www.trade.gov/fort-lauderdale. 954.356.6622 [email protected]
Wednesday, May 14, 2025. A special edition of our Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar Series features Colombia – Puerto Antioquia, presented by Ms. Ginna Alexandra Castro Mican – Chief Commercial Officer. Colombia is Port Everglades’ #6 ranked commercial trade partner. In 2024, bilateral trade was valued at over US$ 1,499 billion. Ms. Castro will give an in-depth presentation on Colombia’s newest port. She will address Puerto Antioquia’s operations, latest developments and future development plans.
Lori Baer Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. 954.463.2801. www.portbiz.org
Gain first-hand knowledge of ideas and plans which affect Port Everglades and port businesses at the city, county, state and federal levels.
