June 2025 | Newsletter

  • July 1, 2025

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Stay Ahead in Global Trade – Your Monthly Edge Starts Here!

Welcome to the World Trade Center Miami Monthly Newsletter—your go-to source for insights, opportunities, and updates that matter in international trade. From exclusive events and trade missions to industry intelligence and partner highlights, we bring you what’s next in global commerce.

📩 Don’t just stay informed—get involved. Explore new markets, expand your network, and engage with the initiatives shaping Miami as the Trade Capital of the Americas.

👉 Read on. Take action. Grow globally.👈

2025 State of the Ports – Secure Your Spot Today!

State of the Ports Luncheon & Tabletop Business Expo Returns July 11

Mark your calendars! The 2025 State of the Ports Luncheon & Tabletop Business Expo will take place on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon.

Gain firsthand insights from two of South Florida’s leading transportation authorities — Hydi Webb, Director & CEO of PortMiami, and Ralph Cutié, Director & CEO of Miami International Airport — as they present critical updates, forecasts, and priorities shaping the future of trade, infrastructure, and logistics in our region.

Before and after the luncheon, explore the Tabletop Business Expo, where industry leaders and innovators come together to showcase services, spark new connections, and drive business across the global supply chain.

Secure your Spot & Connect with These Participating Companies:

  • City of Doral
  • First American Bank
  • Marriott Connection
  • Messe Munich
  • NV2A Group

 

  • Seaboard Marine
  • TYlin International
  • Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association
  • Pay Cargo
  • Parsons Corporation

For More Info on Registration or Sponsorships

Thank You to our Sponsors for 2025!

Networking at Capacity: June’s Trading After Hours Recap

Our June edition of Trading After Hours was a full house! Held at Aloft Miami Doral, the event brought together a crowd of professionals from across industries for an evening of dynamic networking, meaningful conversations, and new business connections.

A sincere thank you to all of our members for being part of the WTCM community! 
Want to see more about this Trading After Hours, click here.

Stay tuned for the announcement of our next Trading After Hours — coming soon!

Spain Named Country of Honor at the 2025 Americas Food & Beverage Show

The World Trade Center Miami is proud to announce that Spain has been named the 2025 Country of Honor at the Americas Food & Beverage Show, taking place September 10–12, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Spain’s prominent participation includes 54 exhibition stands, making it one of the largest international delegations at this year’s event.

Read the Full Press Release By, Clicking Here

With exhibit space selling fast, the 2025 Show will span three halls of the Miami Beach Convention Center!

Registration is now live — don’t miss your chance to connect with the world’s food and beverage leaders in Miami this September!

The Future of Logistics and Air Cargo Lands — November 2025
Transport Logistic Americas / Air Cargo Americas Debuts!

Join global leaders at the Miami Beach Convention Center for the highly anticipated debut of transport logistic Americas / air cargo Americas — the premier event for innovation, strategy, and partnership in multimodal logistics and air cargo.

Presented by Messe München and the World Trade Center Miami, this dynamic trade show and conference will bring together the full spectrum of supply chain professionals for three days of insight, connection, and opportunity.
🚨 Exhibit booth sales are open — don’t miss your chance to showcase your company at the forefront of industry transformation. Secure your Spot Today!

CONTACT: 📧Robert Berrios or 📧Robert Hernandez today!

A Word from our Member: First American Bank

More U.S. manufacturers are rethinking global supply chains – and finding local solutions that offer better control, faster delivery, and new business opportunities.

Read the Full Article by, Clicking Here

Connect Globally - Prosper Locally

Become a member of the WTCM today and unlock global opportunities for you and your company. Click on the link below for information and more details. 

Take a look at our enhanced online 🔎Member Directory

Let’s welcome our Newest Members 🙌  

JGR Construction | Government of Quebec | Aloft Miami Doral

Consultare America | Diaz Trade Law

State of the Ports & TableTop Business Expo
July 11, 2025 – Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon – More Information

Americas Food and Beverage Show & Conference – SAVE THE DATE!
September 10-12, 2025 – Miami Beach Convention Center – More Information

Transport Logistic Americas / Air Cargo Americas – SAVE THE DATE!
November 11-13, 2025 – Miami Beach Convention Center – More Information

Annual General Membership Meeting / International Achievement & Hall of Fame Awards – SAVE THE DATE! 
December 4, 2025 – Biltmore Hotel

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Ivan Barrios - President and CEO

Ivan Barrios

President & CEO

Ivan Barrios is the President/CEO of the World Trade Center Miami. Ivan has served in this role since January 2020.

He most recently worked as Vice President for International Trade Development & TEAM Florida missions at Enterprise Florida, Inc., the state of Florida’s official economic development agency. He managed a statewide team of trade specialists that assisted Florida companies to export their products and services overseas.

Ivan has organized 28 Governor led trade missions to 22 countries from 1999–2015 for three governors. Special projects included 3,000 one-on-one business matchmaking appointments for exporters, managing two hemispheric trade shows, producing and publishing five Florida International Trade and Services Directories, coordinating the activities of the Florida International Bankers Association and creating the Florida Trade Data Center, a first of its kind information hub for Florida exporters.

Ivan holds a position on the Board of Directors of the World Trade Centers Association, where he represents the North American region. His extensive experience includes serving as a board member for the South Florida District Export Council and the Miami-Dade County International Trade Consortium. Ivan is an alumnus of the University of Miami, where he earned his degree in Business Administration.

Alice Ancona

Chief Operating Officer
Alice Ancona has held this role since January 2020.  She is charged with boosting organizational resilience and value creation of the operations, events, strategic programing, marketing and trade shows of the World Trade Center Miami (WTCM). With over two decades of experience, she brings a wealth of expertise to her position. In addition, she is charged with creating and executing international trade programs, trade missions, economic development initiatives, advocacy efforts, and innovative revenue-generating solutions as well as providing strategic long-term planning for the organization.
Before joining WTCM, Ms. Ancona led the international endeavors of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, serving as a prominent advocate for policies that enhance international trade, logistics, and investments. Her efforts centered on removing trade barriers, expanding market access, facilitating exports, negotiating trade agreements, and strengthening Florida’s trade infrastructure. Ms. Ancona played a pivotal role in connecting Florida to the global trade arena, facilitating relationships with international stakeholders, foreign agencies, elected officials, member companies, and governmental bodies at the state and federal levels.
Prior to her work at the Florida Chamber, Ms. Ancona spearheaded the governmental affairs division at the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. In this capacity, she directed policy agendas on a diverse range of issues, including trade, infrastructure investment, transportation, and workforce development. Her accomplishments include leading successful campaigns for the passage of crucial trade agreements, such as the Colombia FTA, DR-CAFTA, Panama FTA, Chile FTA, and KORUS. She also contributed to efforts to secure the Free Trade Areas of the Americas.
Ms. Ancona’s contributions extend beyond her professional roles.  She is a recognized thought leader and speaker at industry conferences, providing insights on global market dynamics, trade policy, and cross-border strategies. She has actively participated in various steering committees for Florida’s transportation planning initiatives and has been an active member of the Florida International Trade Partnership. Her involvement also includes serving on the Board of the Miami Dade County International Trade Consortium. Her dedication and achievements have earned her recognition, including the 2014 International Women’s Day Award from World Trade Center Miami, the 2015 Person of the Year designation by the Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association, Inc., and the 2016 Women of Distinction Award from the Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce.