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What is the Brazil America Council International Summit?

With Brazil as the second largest trading partner of the US (US$ 20 billion in bilateral trades in the first quarter of 2025), the time is ideal to explore the American market. The Summit offers a carefully prepared program to address the main challenges faced by Brazilian companies, from legal requirements to financing strategies and cultural adaptation.

Organized with the support of entities such as the Brazil America Council, the event highlights Orlando as a strategic hub, with its logistics infrastructure (such as Orlando International Airport, MCO) and growing Brazilian community.

Opening Speakers

João Lucas Quental

General Consul of Brazil in Orlando

Erin Huntley

Chair - Orange County Republican Party

Participants Speakers

Brenno Dias

Treasurer - Tax Advisor

Luiz Piquett

Vice President - South Florida

Felipe Alexandre

Legal Counselor-Immigration

Eliete Negrão

Women's Business Affairs Advisor

Publio Jr

Secretary and Counselor of Trade Logistics Import and Export

Izaias Reis

Counselor of International Tourism and Real Estate

Tod Willman

Assistant Vice President of Cargo Development at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA)

Joe Douglas

Founder of the DX Group, including the DX Business Center and several other companies.

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Our Signature Events

Immigration

Discover key immigration options to live, work, study, or start a business legally in the United States.

Culture, Costumes and Business

Explore how cultural values and local customs influence business relationships and professional success in the U.S.

Business and Personal Credit

Learn how to build strong personal and business credit to access better financial opportunities and growth.

The Franchise Business

Get insights into how franchising works, its benefits and challenges, and how to choose the right opportunity.

Accounting One on One

Understand the basics of accounting to manage your finances and make smarter business decisions.

Business Entrepreneurship

Explore essential steps to launch, manage, and grow your business with innovation, planning, and resilience.

Featured Events

Building Your Business in the American Market



Aug 8, 2025
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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Registration and Networking Coffee



Aug 8, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM


Opening Keynote - U.S.-Brazil Investment Opportunities


Aug 8, 2025
9:00 AM - 9:15AM
João Quental

Chair Orange County Republican Party



Aug 8, 2025
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Erin Huntley

Navigating U.S. Legal Requirements for Brazilian Companies


Aug 8, 2025
9:30 AM -10:00 AM
BRENNO DIAS
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Visa and Immigration Strategies for Brazilian Investors and Entrepreneurs

Aug 8, 2025
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
FELIPE ALEXANDRE
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Adaptation and Market Entry Strategies



Aug 8, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
LUIZ PIQUET
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Accessing U.S. Credit Markets: Personal and Business Financing


Aug 8, 2025
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
DAVID MICENA
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LUNCH Networking ( SPONSORS TALK)



Aug 8, 2025
11:30PM - 12:30PM


PERSONAL CREDIT -BELIEVE CREDIT SOLUTIONS


Aug 8, 2025
12:30 PM- 1:00PM
VANISE MORAES
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Leveraging Orlando as a Gateway for U.S. Market Expansion-MCO

Aug 8, 2025
1:00 PM - 1:30PM
TODD WILLMAN

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Planning and Logistic in Business Internationalization


Aug 8, 2025
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
PUBLIO JUNIOR
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COFFEE BREAK




Aug 8, 2025
2:00PM-2:30PM



Unlocking Opportunities: How Franchises Can Transform Your Future Entrepreneur

Aug 8, 2025
2:30 PM-3:00 PM
Christian De Berail


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Strategic Florida: Opportunities for Brazilians in Tourism and Real Estate

Aug 8, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
IZAÍAS REIS


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Diplomatic Roundtable Stability & Trade


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$500

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$800

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Platinum Package

$1200

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Diamond Package

$1500

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About the Brazil America Council
Established in 2017, the Brazil America Council is a 509 (a) (2) nonprofit dedicated to supporting Brazilian entrepreneurs in the U.S. through comprehensive business guidance and cultural advocacy. 

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From Brazil to the USA: Building Your Business in the American Market

Date: Aug 8, 2025,
Location: DX Business Center
Theme:“From Brazil to the USA: Building Your Business in the American Market”

80-100 attendees, including Brazilian investors, entrepreneurs, U.S. venture capitalists, legal/financial advisors, and Orlando business leaders.
Objective: Provide Brazilian investors with practical tools and connections to establish businesses in the U.S., addressing legal, financial, cultural, and regional considerations.

Browsing the US legal requirements for Brazilian companies

– Focus: Legal steps to establish a company in the US, including the incorporation of an entity (e.g. LLC, C-Corp), federal and state compliance and intellectual property protection. Address tax obligations (e.g. EIN, sales tax, corporate tax) and regulatory frameworks for sectors such as agribusiness, technology or hospitality.

– Choice of Entity: LLCs offer flexibility for smaller companies, while C-Corps are ideal for those seeking venture capital in the US. Brazilian investors need to understand the differences between responsibility and taxation.

– Compliance: It is mandatory to register with the IRS, obtain the necessary licenses (for example, Florida Department of Business Regulation) and adhere to U.S. labor laws.

– Workshop: “From Brazil to Florida: registering your company and protecting your intellectual property”.

Visa and Immigration Strategies for Brazilian Investors and Entrepreneurs

– Focus: Visa options for Brazilian business owners and employees, including E-2 (investor visa), EB-5 (immigrant investor program), EB-3, L-1 (intracompany transfer), and O-1 (extraordinary ability). Discuss immigration compliance and pathways to permanent residency.
– Key Implications:
– E-2 Visa: Requires substantial investment (typically $100,000+) and a U.S.-Brazil treaty. Ideal for small to medium businesses but not a direct path to a green card.
– EB-5 Visa: Demands $800,000-$1.05 million in job-creating investments, offering a green card but with long processing times.
– Challenges: Visa denials due to insufficient documentation or investment proof are common. Brazilian investors must plan for U.S. immigration scrutiny.
– Why Relevant: Past discussions highlighted visa complexities for Brazilian professionals. Orlando’s international connectivity and Brazilian community (e.g., via the Brazil America Council) support relocation discussions.
– Keynote: Immigration Attorney Felipe Alexandre, Legal Immigration Counselor for the Brazil America Council) on “Visa Options for Brazilian Investors.”

Adaptation and Market Entry Strategies

-Cultural Adaptation and Market Entry Strategies
– Focus: Understanding U.S. business culture, consumer behavior, and marketing strategies to successfully launch Brazilian companies. Highlight differences in negotiation, workplace dynamics, and customer expectations.
– Key Implications:
– Business Culture: U.S. businesses value punctuality, data-driven decisions, and formal contracts, unlike Brazil’s more relationship-driven approach.
– Consumer Behavior: U.S. consumers prioritize convenience, sustainability, and brand transparency, requiring Brazilian firms to adapt branding (e.g., emphasizing eco-friendly practices in agribusiness).

Accessing U.S. Credit Markets: Personal and Business Financing

 – Focus: Building business credit in the U.S., securing loans, and attracting venture capital or angel investment. Address differences between Brazilian and U.S. credit systems and the role of credit scores in business operations.
– Key Implications:
– Business Credit: Establishing a DUNS number and paying vendors on time builds a business credit profile, critical for bank loans or supplier terms.
– Financing Options: SBA loans, venture capital, or crowdfunding are viable but require U.S. banking relationships and strong business plans.
– Why Relevant: Brazil’s high-interest lending environment contrasts with the U.S.’s diverse financing options. Orlando’s growing financial sector supports credit-building discussions.

Leveraging Orlando as a Gateway for U.S. Market Expansion-MCO

– Focus: Orlando’s strategic advantages for Brazilian businesses, including its logistics infrastructure (MCO-Orlando International Airport).

-Logistics: Orlando’s connectivity supports Brazilian exporters (e.g., agribusiness, manufactured goods) targeting the U.S. Southeast. Orlando International Airport confirm Orange County Transportation-Orange County Commissioner-Mayra Uribe.

 

Planning and Logistic in Business Internationalization

1. Basic concepts
2. The NOs in Internatinalization
3. Advantages in the Internationalization
4. Ways to penetrate the market
5. International Logistics-INCOTERMS

Unlocking Opportunities: How Franchises Can Transform Your Future Entrepreneur


– “The Power of Franchises: A Journey of Success”
– “From Beginner Entrepreneur to Successful Franchisee”
– “Franchises: The Path to Financial Independence”
– “How to Choose the Right Franchise for You”
– “Overcoming Challenges: Tips from Experienced Franchisees”

Strategic Florida: Current Panoramic view and Paths for the Brazilian in Tourism and the Real Estate Sector

1. Opening / Introduction
2. Block 1 – Receptive Tourism (6 min)Block 2 – Real Estate Investment (6 min)
Risk Management and Policy Considerations for Brazilian Investors – awaiting confirmation 3:00PM-3:30PM
– Focus: Mitigating risks like U.S. trade policies, currency fluctuations, and geopolitical tensions (e.g., U.S.-Brazil relations). Address recent U.S. policies, such as visa restrictions on foreign officials, and their potential impact on Brazilian businesses.
– Currency Risks, Orlando Real Estate Market

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