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Presenting sponsor
Caribe Royale Resort, Orlando, FL
Thursday, August 21, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida (PRCCCF) proudly presents the first-ever Building Bridges of Opportunities Forum — a landmark gathering of the region’s most influential leaders to discuss innovative strategies for job retention, job creation, and elevating the quality of life across our communities.This high-level event will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and key stakeholders from both Puerto Rico and Florida to foster economic growth, encourage cross-regional collaboration, and build lasting connections.
Why Attend?
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Gain insight into this year’s top economic trends
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Learn about development incentives and access to capital
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Explore growth opportunities in both Puerto Rico and Central Florida
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Network with elected officials, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders
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Be part of shaping a more connected and prosperous future.
Schedule
9:00 AM
Registration & Networking
Welcome
• Jorge H. Figueroa, President PRCCCF
• Jackie Espinosa, Mayor of Kissimmee
9:30 AM
9:40 AM
UCF: Understanding the Puerto Rican Diaspora
10:05 AM
NeoCity, Osceola County
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Christina Morris, Economic Development Director
10:25 AM
Kissimmee Hotel & Convention Center
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Ricardo Vélez, Vice President PRCCCF
10:35 AM
Orlando Economic Partnership
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Derek Ephrem , Director economic Development
10:50 AM
Trade Between Central Florida & Puerto Rico: An Opportunity for Growth
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Roger Colón, Central Florida International Trade Center
11:20 AM
Partnerships:
• Schiller International University
• Asociación Artesanos y Artistas Plásticos Puertorriqueños de Florida
11:30 AM
Puerto Rico Incentives Code Act-60
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Gustavo Diaz, CEO Incentive Pro
12:00 PM
Lunch
Remarks: Jerry L. Demings, Mayor of Orange County Special Guest: Congressman Darren Soto Puerto Rico House of Representatives – Yashira Lebrón Rodríguez, Vice President
1:00 PM
Mateo Cidre, President of the Hecho en Puerto Rico Association
1:25 PM
Puerto Rico Economic Development Bank
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Lcda. Vivian Dolagaray, Executive Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Financing
1:50 PM
Economic Development & Incentives Program – Municipality of Rio Grande, PR
2:10 PM
Economic Development & Incentives Program – Municipality of Aguadilla, PR
2:35 PM
Economic Development & Incentives Program – Municipality of Ponce, PR
3:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Networking
Pricing
Member Registration:
Future Member Registration:
$49
$79
Sponsorship Packages
Level
Presenting Sponsor
Investment
$10,000
Main Benefits
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Top logo placement on all advertising (digital, print, and signage)
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Exclusive exhibition area at the Economic Forum
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1 table (10 seats) with logo at the Forum (includes lunch)
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1 table (10 seats) with logo at El Josco Awards (includes dinner)
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30 second video at El Josco Awards
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Special mention at the opening and closing of both the Forum and the Gala
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Brochure/promotional material included in the welcome folder
Gold Sponsor
$4,000
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Prominent logo in digital advertising and printed program
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Exhibition area at the Forum
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5 seats at the Forum (includes lunch)
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5 seats at El Josco Awards (includes dinner)
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Mention on official social media
Silver Sponsor
$2,500
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Logo in printed program and event website
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Exhibition area at the Forum
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2 seats at El Josco Awards (includes dinner)
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2 seats at the Forum (includes lunch)
Bronze Sponsor
$1,000
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Logo in printed program
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2 entries to the Forum (includes lunch)
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2 entries to the Gala (includes dinner)
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Logo in Forum program
Ally
$500
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Exhibition table
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2 entries to the Forum (includes lunch)
