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​Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE)

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Connect Your Business to the World! Meet buyers and sellers from over 70 countries at South Florida's premier international trade event.


Join us for FITCE 2026! The 11th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo, a Service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners showcases the benefits of and opportunities for international trade while highlighting diverse arts and cultures from around the world. Get ready for an exciting two-day conference experience filled with business insights, networking opportunities, and cultural exchanges.

Dates: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 & Thursday, November 19, 2026

Daily Event Times: 7AM to 8PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

Location: Greater Fort Lauderdale ׀ Broward County Convention Center​ - 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard (Atlantic Ballroom), Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Cost: General Admission is Free


Discover new business prospects, expand your network, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of cultures while exploring the range of commerce opportunities unique to South Florida. This in-person event provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals, entrepreneurs, vendors, and cultural enthusiasts from across the world.

FITCE 2026 will welcome local and international companies to the Greater Fort Lauderdale ׀ Broward County Convention Center located at 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard (Atlantic Ballroom), Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 for a unique opportunity to engage high level government leaders, international trade experts and delegations from around the world, and participate in dialogues relating to international trade, foreign direct investment, and culture.

FITCE 2026 will attract over 2,000 attendees including about 500 international and 1,500 local businesses; multi-cultural global trade representatives from over 70 countries; federal, state and local trade agencies; and government leaders from around the world.


​Conference Dates: November 18 - 19, 2026

​​Conference Locat​ion

Atlantic Ballroom - New East Expansion
1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
United States of America
General Admission Cost: Free

Why Should I Attend FITCE?

  • Sell your products and services to over 70 countries at the World Expo Marketplace!

  • Meet & Greet international delegations, consulates, trade commissioners, and bi-national chambers at Doing Business with the World, World Expo Marketplace, Pavilions, and Speed Matchmaking with Country Representatives

  • Learn about international trade resources and assistance at Doing Business with the World, exporting and importing panels, and more! 

  • Immerse yourself with worldwide culture – visit the local and international visual art exhibit and enjoy multicultural performances and presentations

  • General Admission is FREE! 

FITCE 2025 Foreign Dignitaries & Celebrities​

  • His Excellency Isaac Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister of The Bahamas & Minister of Tourism, Investment and Aviation
  • Her Excellency Dr. Epsy Campbell-Barr, Former Vice President of Costa Rica
  • His Royal Majesty Nana Semeshia Ohene Asah Krofa II of Ghana
  • The Honorable Judy Sgro, Member of Parliament & Chair of Standing Committee on International Trade, Economic Development and Small Business, Canada (Video Message)
  • The Honorable Dr. Dansa Kourouma, President of National Council of the Transition, Guinea 
  • The Honorable Laarni Lavin Roque, Vice Chairperson of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and 4th District Representative of Bukidnon, Philippines 
  • The Honorable Rebecca Maria A. Ynares, Vice Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
  • The Honorable Ma. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag, Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
  • The Honorable Fingui Camara, Vice Chair of the Constitution, Organic Law and Public Administration Committee, Guinea 
  • The Honorable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Canada (Video Message)
  • The Honorable Lennox Andrews, Minister for Economic Development, Planning, Agriculture and Lands, Forestry, Blue Economy, Marine Resources and Cooperatives, Grenada 
  • The Honorable Nitza Morán Trinidad, Senator, Puerto Rico 
  • The Honorable Angie Bell, Mayor of Cap-Haitïen, Haiti
  • The Honorable Leonardo Orlando, Prefect of Manabi, Ecuador
  • The Honorable Flavio Cera, Regional Councilor, Lazio Region, Italy
  • The Honorable Riult Rivera Gutiérrez, Mayor of Colima
  • Erica Williams-Connell, First Prime Minister’s Daughter, Trinidad & Tobago 
  • Hawa Taylor-Kamara Diallo, Former Chief of Civil Society Unit, United Nations Department of Global Communications (Video Message) 
  • International celebrities such as Bob Marley’s Daughter, Cedella Marley (Jamaica); Emmy® award-winning journalist (NBC6), Chernéy Amhara; International Recording Artist Karl Wolf (Canada); Bahamian Music Sensation Preston Wallace (Bahamas); International Recording Artist Riva Nyri Précil (Haiti); World-Renowned Pianist KL Joon (Mexico); Latin Music Sensation Melina Almodóvar (Puerto Rico) and Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean (Namibia).
  • Local mayors, state and federal elected officials, ambassadors and consuls as well as international business delegations representing over 70 countries. ​


​FITCE Activities:
  • Doing Business with the World – export and investment opportunities presented by foreign government officials, ambassadors, consuls general, trade commissioners, and/or leaders of bi-national chambers of commerce representing over 70 countries
  • Speed Matchmaking with Country Representatives - meet one-on-one with government officials, ambassadors, consuls general, trade commissioners, and/or leaders of bi-national chambers of commerce
  • The World Expo Marketplace and Country Pavilions - visit and network with local and international exhibitors, buyers, and sellers 
  • Panel Discussions and Seminars - about international trade, exporting, foreign trade zones, importing, international markets, technology, artificial intelligence, arts and culture, and more​
  • American & International Buyers Panel / Meet & Greet – learn about the purchasing process of large institutions and meet the buyers afterward
  • Foreign-Trade Zone 25 and Port Everglades Tours – Get a behind-the-scenes tour of Port Everglades and its Foreign-Trade Zone 25 to learn about the benefits of tariff avoidance or deferral
  • Networking Cocktail Receptions / Cultural Experiences - Hosted by Sustainable Agro Fashion & Tech Week (SAFT) and much more!


Why Should I Attend FITCE?

  • Sell your products and services to over 70 countries at the World Expo Marketplace and Country Pavilions

  • Meet & Greet international delegations, consulates, trade commissioners, and bi-national chambers at Doing Business with the World, World Expo Marketplace and Speed Matchmaking with Country Representatives

  • Over 200+ exhibitors and Country / Sector Pavilions

  • Learn about international trade resources and assistance during the “11 Steps to Exporting,” “How to Import into the United States,” Doing Business with the World panels and more! 

  • Immerse yourself with worldwide culture – visit the local & international visual art exhibit and enjoy multicultural performances 

  • It's FREE! 

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A Service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners 

Mark D. Bogen • Alexandra P. Davis • Lamar P. Fisher • Beam Furr • Steve Geller • Robert McKinzie • Nan H. Rich • Hazelle P. Rogers • Michael Udine



Thank You to All FITCE2025 Sponsors ​​​​