The first edition of the ICC World Chambers Federation Regional Summit in the Americas took place on 8-10 May 2024 and united 900 delegates from 30+ countries.
The theme of this major event, “Business beyond borders: MSMEs going global”, focused on the different measures and policies that are being implemented by countries and companies to facilitate access to markets internationally. It showcased the best practices and experiences that the World Chambers Federation is advancing with small businesses.
Attendees also had the opportunity to engage in interactive business roundtables, to schedule business meetings and leverage the presence of over seventy international buyers and 400+ local MSMEs.
Watch the video recording of the Summit.
Explore the photo gallery of the Summit.
Download the draft programme here (The program is subject to change and completion up to the summit).
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Wednesday 8 May |
WCF Americas Summit: "Business Beyond Borders: MSMEs going global" |
Open to: the general public |
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Thursday 9 May |
Women Council Presentation WCF General Council - WCF Executive Committee |
Open to: WCF Executive Committee Members & |
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Thursday 9 May |
Business Matchmaking |
Open to: Entrepreneurs, buyers, investors, and other interested individuals |
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Friday 10 May |
1:1 Meetings Tourist and cultural activities |
Open to: WCF Executive Committee Members, WCF General Council Members, Special Guests |
Access the speakers bios by this link
| Ovidio Claros Polanco |
Presidente Ejecutivo – Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá |
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John Denton |
Secretary General - International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) |
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Billy Escobar Pérez |
Superintendente – Superintendencia de Sociedades. |
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Rifat Hisarciklioglu |
Chair – World Chamber Federation |
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María Fernanda Garza |
President – International Cahmber of Commerce |
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Andrés Moreno |
Founder, Chair of the Board and CEO - Open English |
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Karen Carvajalino |
CEO and co-founder – The Biz Nation |
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Sergio Díaz-Granados |
Executive President – CAF |
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Marcelo Elizondo |
President of ICC Argentina - Director of the Argentine Chamber of Commerce |
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Mondher Mimouni |
Director - Market Development Division – ITC |
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Sheree Anne Kelly |
President and CEO - Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives |
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Rim Siam |
President – Economic Businesswomen Council, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce |
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Maria Teresa Bustamante |
President – Chamber of Commerce and Federation of Industries, Brazil |
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Gennadiy Chyzhykov. |
President – Ukranian Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
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Yu Juanlong |
Vicepresidente – Consejo Chino para la Promoción del Comercio Internacional |
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Ron Busby |
President and CEO -US Black Chamber of Commerce |
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Julian Kassum |
Director - Global Relations and Development - ICC |
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Andres Gomez Becerra |
Senior Manager – Schneider Electric |
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Ramiro Andres Lopez Guio |
Representative - IDB Group Colombia |
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Monica Patiño |
Presidente Servi-Información |
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Toki Mabogunje |
Vice President – ICC Africa |
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Tatiana Glad |
Executive Director – Impact Hub Network |
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Gustavo González de Vega |
Deputy Minister of Economy and Internationalization - Government of the Canary Islands |
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Richard Ngatia |
President East African Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture |
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Viviane Dewa |
Board Member – Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Madagascar |
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Jean Pierre Antelo |
President - Chamber of Industry, Commerce, Services, and Tourism of Santa Cruz |
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Alberto Hoyos |
International Vice-president- Grupo Nutresa |
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Hassan Al Hashemi |
Vice President - International Relations, Dubai Chamber |
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Shannon K. O’Neil |
Vice President at the Council on Foreign Relations, |
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Cameron McKenzie |
Board Member - International Chamber of Commerce |
Venues:
Auditorium – Salitre Headquarters Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá – Av. El Dorado # 68D – 35
Auditorium – Chapinero Headquarters Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá - Calle 67 # 8-32
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) World Chambers Federation (WCF) presents a unique opportunity for your brand to make a lasting impact during the WCF Americas Regional Summit in Bogotá. Connect with SMEs and Chambers of Commerce globally, demonstrating your commitment to fostering international trade and business growth.
Why Sponsor WCF?
By becoming a comprehensive sponsor, you not only maximize your brand exposure but also position yourself as a key player supporting SMEs and Chambers of Commerce on a global scale.
Strategic Partner 9,000 EUR
Opportunity to submit a candidate for a speaking opportunity
Two Personalized introductions
Guest contributor on the ICC blog (1 article)
Strategic logo placement in banners & collaterals
Testimonial quote on the event page*
Participants list available in priority
Private meeting room to host two 1-hour meetings
1-minute company video to be played during session breaks
QR Code in exhibition area
3 complimentary invitations to the cocktail reception
2 VIP seats at the gala dinner
2 Articles included in the WCF Newsletter*
Sponsorship acknowledgement in social media
Opportunity to host a social side event** (included in the official programme) **
NETWORKING PARTNER 6,000 EUR
One personalized introduction
Strategic logo placement in banners & collaterals
Participants list available in priority
Private meeting room to host one 1-hour meeting
QR Code in exhibition area
Two complimentary invitations to the cocktail reception
One VIP seat at the gala dinner
1 Articles included in the WCF Newsletter*
Sponsorship acknowledgement in social media
BRANDING PARTNER 3,000 EUR
Logo placement in banners & collaterals
Participants list available in priority
QR Code in exhibition area
One complimentary invitation to the cocktail reception
One invitation to the gala dinner
Sponsorship acknowledgement in social media
*All content to be approved by ICC
** Sponsor to bear all associated costs
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