Minority Chamber of Commerce
Titusville Training & Innovation Center
8850 Grison Parkway
Titusville, Fl 32780
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14 Global Business Leaders Confirmed To Speak At The XIV Small-Medium Business Global Summit Conference In Dominican Republic.

Miami, Florida November 27, 2015 ­ The Minority Chamber of Commerce, organizer of the XIV Small-Medium Businesses (PYMES) Global Summit 2015, announces that global business leaders and entrepreneurs have confirmed to speak at the annual PYMES Conference, which will take place in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic for the first time from December 9-13, 2015 . Now in its 14th year, the Conference gathers some 200 of the world's most successful Pymes, corporate executives, multinational CEOs, emerging companies, financiers, investors and thought leaders to discuss and debate key issues of global concern and build key relationships.

Among the attending  speakers is Mr. Gerardo Aranda, a Chief Designer of Entrepreneurial Programs in Mexico for Gallup, a world organization. He will share insights on topics such as the world economy, entrepreneurship strategies, innovation, emerging markets and leadership.  His participation will be the following:

1. Thursday - December 10, 2015 at 2 PM- The Corporate Forum: "Pymes Challenges and Opportunities":
2. Friday -    December 11, 2015 at 11:00 AM- Keynote Speaker: "Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the perfect path to the Success in the business world
3. Saturday- December 12, 2015  at 10:00 AM-The Pymes Roundtable: " Governments and Private Business a real open market for Pymes"

"Our mission in the Global Summit 2015 in Dominican Republic is to help small & medium sizes companies build their global influence, catalyze innovation, and lead the global exchange of ideas and entrepreneurship", Mr. Gerardo Aranda, Strategic Business Development for Gallup Latin America

"Innovation and Entrepreneurship, long-term growth in the Small-Medium size businesses would not be possible without two things: the partnership of global organizations as Gallup and high tech investment  for Pymes", said Doug Mayorga, Founder of the PYMES Global Summit 2015. "No other event gathers such a combination of executive leadership like Mr. Gerardo Aranda, a very successful Chief Designer of the Micro, Small and Medium Size Business Acceleration Programs and innovators for Gallup," he added.

Other notable speakers include Ricardo Faerman, President of CEO in Latin America, Sami Al Gamzi, Economic Development from Dubai, Paul Lester from Cole, Scott & Kissane one of the largest legal firms in the United States, Jose Corripio from Corripio Group, Alejandro Garcia, Governor from Puerto Rico,  Hipolito Mejia & Leonel Fernandez former presidents of Dominican Republic, Jose Manuel del Castillo, Secretary of Commerce of Dominican Republic,  Joseph Safra from Safra Bank, Ignacio Mendez, Deputy Minister from the Department of Commerce of Dominican Republic, Anjay Banga, President of Master Card and Mr. Luis Abinader, candidate for the presidency of the country, he is currently Executive Chairman of ABICOR Group, which has developed and operated major tourism projects in the country.

Other honorable speakers  (pending confirmation):  Hon. President of the Country, Mr. Danilo Medina,  Mr. James "Wally" Brewster , U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic,  Mr. Anibal Garcia, President of Cooperative Bank from Dominican Republic, Mr. Eduardo Hurtado, Secretary of Commerce from Ecuador, Mario Pavon, President of Sonda in Chile,  Mr. Victor Mendez, President of Vimenca from Dominican Republic, Ms. Mary Iskenderian from the Woman's Bank,  Alejandro Grullon, President Popular Bank- Dominican Republic, Mr. Felipe Viccini, from the Viccini Group, Mr. Francisco Garcia, Minister of Tourism of Dominican Republic.  As special presentation by video conference and subject to the current global affairs, the Prime Minister of the State of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu and United States  Secretary of State, Mr. John Kerry.

About Mr. Gerardo Aranda: As one of the most successful leaders in Gallup. He has given presentations and speeches to corporations and small businesses at all levels from micro companies to CEO's, minority business owns in Latin American countries during the past 10 years. He is currently Executive Director for Gallup in Mexico and Latin America. Gallup is a global organization that developed the Microeconomic Path as a framework by which leaders and companies would  maximize human nature to accelerate organizational performance.

About Minority Chamber of Commerce: The organizer of the XIV Small-Medium Businesses Global Summit in Dominican Republic 2015, is a not public funding business organization in service to the Micro-Small-Medium Size businesses in the United States and Latin America. The Chamber stands by the principle that: "Small ­Medium Businesses need the power of connections both locally and internationally to reach their full potential". After 16 years of history, the Chamber has grown to become a pre-eminent transatlantic business organization by providing members, partners and customers with practical, measurable business expansion opportunities, through the delivery of high-caliber relationship-development and brand-building platforms as well as top-quality business intelligence and regulatory advice and influence. For more information please visit: www.minoritychamber.net

About the Event: Is an exclusive business summit for 3 days of activities. All attendees will obtain the opportunity for $1500 will receive the following:  Airline Ticket- 4 nights hotel, meals, activities access and an official participation at the XIV Small-Medium Size Business Global Summit 2015. This is an unique opportunity to do business and relaxing time. Additional person is only $950.

For interviews and official agenda:
Maria Loaisiga
Senior Event Planner
director@minoritychamber.net
202-250-0260 /321-317-4864

The U.S.A Tour: Trade, Investment, Relocation and How to Live in America
October 3- 4, 2015

The Chamber invite you to join and welcome our international delegation of more than 40 international business and investors traveling to Titusville. This mission is promoting opportunities to grow and bringing new tenants providing jobs and business in the region, creating hotels, warehousing, retailers, restaurants, distribution center and projects to be develop as well as education and cultural exchanges.

Objective of this Mission: Connect and engage with leading investors, exporters, and importers, public officials from Latin America and the Caribbean Countries, expand your local and global business development, grow your business contacts, grow your knowledge and build great partnerships with our visitor to Titusville.

The two-day program will feature:

• Matchmaking Program
• Keynote Breakfast and  General Session Luncheon 
• Power Networking opportunities 
• Informational Forum by local business experts.
• Corporate Reception

Vendor table, attendee's registration and sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact (321)317-4864 or email director@minoritychamber.net

MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES NEW CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

"We are launching a new economic development consortium to bring together investors and innovators to identify and attract new job creation and growth in our community", Matt Barringer,  National Chairman of the Economic Development Committee of the Minority Chamber of Commerce 2015-2016.

Miami, Florida. August 5, 2015. The Minority Chamber of Commerce has announced that Mr. Matthew "Matt" Barringer, a community leader and public official at the City of Titusville in Florida, will assume the duties as National Chairman of the Economic Development Committee effective September 1, 2015- August 30, 2016.  Matt a Titusville City Councilman, in Brevard County Florida, takes to the Chairman's seat bringing with him 10 years of community experience and his philosophy Rebuild, Restore and Renew.

Matthew "Matt" Barringer is a resident of Titusville Florida, the son of two parents who dedicated their lives to the aerospace industry. Compelled by the tradition of his family he served in the U.S. Army for over six years directly after his graduation from high school. During his service to the United States he was awarded numerous medals including those of national defense, overseas service ribbons, air assault and airborne badges, Italian and Hungarian airborne badges and completed the Army's coveted Ranger qualification training.

"The Chamber is fortunate to have new leadership with Matt and benefits from a long line of top-notch volunteer leaders on our board, "and he is already a standout with a new direction to increase economic development programs in the United States" says Chamber President & CEO, Doug Mayorga. "He will be an extraordinary asset and will play a vital role in assuring that all of our members continue to enjoy the superior service and quality economic programs they have come to expect from the Chamber. I welcome his leadership and support, and I look forward to working with him in the coming months and years."

As a national chairman, Mr. Barringer, plans to emphasize four policy areas critical to promote and enhance the Chamber economic growth: international trade, project investment development, expansion-retention, and bringing financial resources to provide funding for member initiatives.

"It is an honor and a privilege to serve as chairman of the Minority Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee," Matt said. "Over the course of my chairmanship, I plan to focus my energy on advancing the issues that are crucial to our economy, our start up programs, and our competitiveness. I look forward to serving alongside the Chamber team and complementing all of the outstanding work this institution does on behalf of businesses in our nation."

Mr. Barringer fulfills his public service duty by serving as a representative on the Titusville City Council, former member to the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, previous member of Rotary Club, former Board Member of the Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce, and guiding alumni of the Collegiate Veterans Society as well service to numerous additional organizations. Matt's commitment to education has led him to complete his Bachelors of Science in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida (UCF, Go Knights) with further pursuits leading him to the teaching profession as well as creating multiple businesses.

He is inspired daily by his wife of ten years, Ms. Heather Martine, and their four children.

For interview and more information:
Maria Loaisiga
National Execuive Director
Maria.l@minoritychamber.net 321.317-4864
8850 Grissom Parkway Boulevard
Titusville, Florida
www.minoritychamber.net

Ribbon Cutting — JULY 15, 2015 – 5:30 PM

The building is ideal for our growing needs and we look forward to working with our members and industry partners and sharing a glimpse of our exciting plans to come. Here we are going to serves the East coast of the United States, Colombia, Costa Rica, Honduras, Israel and Italy, in partnership with regional and international trade associations.

With the goal of enhancing the educational entrepreneurship resources and outreach efforts of the MCC, the new facility will serve as an activity hub for those looking to learn and share their industry expertise. Members, Partners, Shareholders, Industry leaders, regional associations and Certified Firms can also use this facility as a meeting place. In attachment you can find information about our facility.

Please tell me whether you are able to come by calling me at 786.260.1572 (DC office at 202.250-0260).

I hope to see you there.
Best regards,
DOUG MAYORGA, PRESIDENT

For more information contact Maria Loalsiga, 786-260-1572 x 100 or go to: www.minoritychamber.net This is an exciting step forward in the growth and evolution of the Minority Chamber of Commerce; here you will find the world of the Diversity in America.