The Puerto Rico Department of Economic
Development and Commerce presents:
Expo
Puerto Rico
in Orlando, Florida
December 5 – 8, 2022
Don’t miss the most important commercial exchange event between Puerto Rico and Orlando!
From its extraordinary business culture and attractive investment opportunities, to its world-class culinary experiences and famed attractions—get ready to discover the very best of Puerto Rican entrepreneurship and take your business to the next level.
Dates: December 5 – 8, 2022
Location: Walt Disney World Center for Culinary Arts & Hospitality
Valencia College
601 West Livingston Street Orlando, Florida 32801
The Products.
The Business.
The Culture.
Everything in one place: Expo Puerto Rico in Orlando
- Get ready for 4 days of B2B Experiences!
- Learn how to strategically market your business in Puerto Rico and Orlando
- Join the conversation with business experts
- Find valuable investment opportunities
- Discover products and services to grow your business
- Network with successful entrepreneurs
- Explore professional opportunities in Puerto Rico
- Expand your business opportunities
Agenda
8:00am – 4:30pm
Registration
Session I: Doing Business in Central Florida
8:45am – 9:15am
Forum: The Business Network
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
It’s no surprise: your net worth could be largely based on your network–and this could be particularly challenging if you’re new to the Central Florida market. During this forum, you’ll get to know some of the key players in the community, and how these organizations can help build your social capital so you can take your business to the next level.
***The forum will also include Opening Remarks from Hon. Pedro Pierluisi, Governor of Puerto Rico and Mr. Manuel Cidre, Secretary of Commerce of Puerto Rico***
Moderator: Nancy Álvarez, News Anchor, WESH Channel 2
Panelists: Jessica Alcocer, Director, Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Commission, Luis Martínez, Deputy Manager of Multicultural Engagement & International Relations, City Of Orlando, Edgar Vázquez, Vice-President, Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce, Alejandra Escobar, Membership Director, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
9:15am – 10:15am
Panel: A Roadmap to Bilateral Opportunities with the Government
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
It’s easy to bury your head in the day-to-day operations of your business–especially when you’re navigating an established brand in a new market. Get a leg up during this forum as the panel explores government programs –including attractive incentives and opportunities–that can benefit your business and ultimately your bottom line.
Moderator: Nancy Álvarez, News Anchor, WESH Channel 2
Panelists: Mr. Manuel Cidre, Secretary of Commerce of Puerto Rico, Hon. Tony Ortiz, City of Orlando Commissioner, Belinda Ortiz Kirkegard, Director, Kissimmee Economic Development
10:15am – 11:00am
Panel: The Economic Force to do Business in Central Florida
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
As an economic powerhouse, the Central Florida region can be an attractive opportunity for many out-of-state entrepreneurs and investors. Gain a competitive advantage as the panel navigates through Central Florida’s fiscal landscape and explores ways to secure financial capital–or discover high-value investments.
Moderator: Nancy Álvarez, News Anchor, WESH Channel 2
Panelists: Jack Bojinov, Associate Director, Economic Development, Orlando Economic Partnership, Col. Ret. Wilson Ariza, President of Strategic Alliances Merging Traffic & Board Member of Lake Nona Medical City, Paul Roldán, CFP, CEO & Co-Founder, AllGen
11:00am – 1:30pm
Break
Session II: Doing Business in Puerto Rico: The Island of Opportunities
1:30pm – 1:45pm
Welcoming Remarks
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
Speakers: Hon. Pedro Pierluisi, Governor of Puerto Rico and Mr. Manuel Cidre Miranda, Secretary of Commerce of Puerto Rico
1:45pm – 2:45pm
Panel: Game-Changers Welcome Home; Puerto Rico’s Value Proposition
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
Puerto Rico means business. Join the panel as they explore the island’s spectrum of assets—including attractive tax incentives, a highly skilled bilingual workforce, U.S. legal & financial frameworks, and an advanced network infrastructure.
Speaker: Ella Woger, Chief Executive Officer, InvestPR
2:45pm – 3:30pm
Panel: Incentives & Labor Connection in Puerto Rico
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
With a rich history and culture, exceptional food, pristine beaches and majestic mountains— all packed into one sun-kissed Caribbean paradise–Puerto Rico sells itself. Join the panel as they dive into multiple incentives across industry sectors to make your business relocation to the island even sweeter.
Panelists: Carlos Fontán, Esq., Incentives Office Director, Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce, Jenny Mar Cañón, Esq., Assistant Secretary of Federal Programs and Director of Labor Development Program, Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Panel: Doing Business in Puerto Rico and Florida: Success Stories Beyond the 100 x 35
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
Puerto Rico’s appeal goes beyond just the island. During this panel Puerto Rican business owners will tell all as they recount their experiences expanding their businesses in a market that’s hungry for Puerto Rican flavor.
Moderator: Manuel Cidre, Secretary, Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce Panelists: Alex Colón, Mi Cosecha Products, Tito Freiría, Doctor Mecánico, Rafael Juliá, Titán Distribuitors, Hiram Turull, El Cilantrillo Restaurant, Vanessa Ortiz, Vanessa’s Coffee Shop
4:30pm – 4:45pm
Closing Remarks
Location: 4th Floor
Speaker: Hon. Pedro Pierluisi, Governor of Puerto Rico
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Expo Puerto Rico Ribbon Cutting Ceremony + Cocktail Reception – By Invitation Only –
Location: 5th Floor
Presented by Rums of Puerto Rico, Discover Puerto Rico and InvestPR
Tuesday, December 6
9:30am – 5:30pm
EXPO Puerto Rico Trade Show
Location: 5th Floor, Lounge Area
10:00am – 5:30pm
Recruiting Opportunities: Lufthansa & Honeywell
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
Wednesday, December 7
9:30am – 5:30pm
EXPO Puerto Rico Trade Show
Location: 5th Floor, Lounge Area
10:00am – 2:00pm
Recruiting Opportunities: Lufthansa & Honeywell
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
Thursday, December 8
9:30am – 2:30pm
Recruiting Opportunities Lufthansa & Honeywell
Location: 4th Floor, Lounge Area
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