South Africa
Trade Mission October 4-12, 2003
• South Africa End of Mission Report
South Africa
South Africa Trade Mission - October 4-12, 2003
Broward County Commissioner Josepheus Eggelletion and the Office of Economic Development Business Development Manager, Deborah Wilkinson participated in an Enterprise Florida Trade Mission to South Africa. Other Broward companies participating in the trade mission included TransOcean Holdings; MECA, a minority e-commerce company; Hair Accessories; and a Hallandale company promoting products for infants. These companies had more than 60 appointments in five days, with one company predicting preliminary sales of $1.2 million annually with three new clients. During the governmental meetings with three major South African ports, the Ambassador to South Africa, two Mayors and four Ministries in Economic Development and Tourism, Broward County was chosen for an important visit by four South African port delegates to meet and exchange ideas about Port Everglades' security and infrastructure.
Commissioner Eggelletion said, "This is why it is so important for Broward County to participate in international missions and promote a cohesive international trade strategy for the County. Just being at the table for these types of business opportunities will enhance and grow our County. South Africa had only planned to visit the Port of New Jersey/New York, because of our recent visit Port Everglades has been added to their agenda."
Other OED International Trade Missions in 2003 included Spain, Mexico, Jamaica and Brazil.
