BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://minoritychamber.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTSTAMP:20260929T210933Z CREATED:20260929T210933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T210933Z UID:2470-1790294400-1790380799@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:El Salvador Airport Passenger Terminal Expansion - Commercial Opportunity DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces Major Commercial Opportunity in El Salvador for Qualified U.S. Minority-Owned Firms\nWashington\, D.C. — September 25\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe United States Minority Chamber of Commerce (USMCC) is announcing a significant international commercial opportunity in El Salvador for qualified U.S. companies\, including minority-owned firms\, as part of its continuing efforts to connect its members and strategic partners with international procurement\, infrastructure\, and business opportunities. \nThe opportunity involves the expansion and modernization of passenger-terminal facilities at El Salvador International Airport San Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez\, one of the country’s principal transportation and logistics infrastructure assets. \n \nThe opportunity was shared through the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Commercial and Business Affairs\, which works to connect U.S. businesses with commercial opportunities overseas. \nAccording to the opportunity information\, the project is a foreign government procurement opportunity in the infrastructure\, transportation\, and logistics sectors. The lead Salvadoran institution is the Comisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma (CEPA). \n\nOpportunity Overview\n\n\nProject\nMonseñor Romero International Airport Passenger Terminal Expansion\n\n\nLocation\nEl Salvador\n\n\nOpportunity type\nForeign Government Procurement\n\n\nSector\nInfrastructure\, Transportation and Logistics\n\n\nLead agency\nComisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma (CEPA)\n\n\n\nInterested companies should request the applicable official documentation directly from Comisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma — CEPA. \nEmail: adquisiciones.pmaies@cepa.gob.sv \nCompanies should refer to the official CEPA procurement announcement and follow the instructions established by the Salvadoran authority. \nFor questions regarding the opportunity from the U.S. business perspective\, the information provided by the U.S. Department of State identifies Madeleine Wells at the U.S. Embassy in San Salvador as a contact for inquiries. \nThe Chamber\, with its Washington\, D.C. headquarters and international presence throughout the Americas\, continues to identify and communicate opportunities that can help U.S. companies expand into international markets. \n\n“Our responsibility is to open doors\, provide information\, and help our members understand how they can participate in legitimate international commercial opportunities\,” Mayorga stated. \n“We particularly want minority-owned companies with strong technical and professional capabilities to recognize that opportunities exist beyond the traditional U.S. market.” \n\n\nTechnical and Bilingual Assistance\nTechnical and bilingual assistance regarding this opportunity is available through the Chamber at no cost to qualified members and interested firms. \nDoug Mayorga\n Email: president@minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net \n\nRequest the current official procurement documents from CEPA before acting on this opportunity. This release does not provide a tender number\, bid deadline\, or scheduled meeting date. URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/el-salvador-airport-passenger-terminal-expansion-commercial-opportunity/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930 DTSTAMP:20260930T021822Z CREATED:20260930T021822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T021822Z UID:2488-1790640000-1790726399@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Supports the New America.gov Portal DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Supports the New America.gov Portal\nNew Government Platform Can Help Reduce Bureaucratic Delays and Improve Access to Federal Resources for Businesses \nWashington\, D.C. — September 29\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce welcomes and supports the new America.gov portal\, a U.S. government platform designed to make government information and services more accessible\, efficient\, and easier to navigate. \nFor entrepreneurs and businesses\, unnecessary bureaucratic delays can represent significant costs in time\, resources\, and productivity. The Chamber recognizes the potential of America.gov to help business owners\, particularly minority entrepreneurs and small businesses\, better identify government resources\, programs\, services\, and opportunities. \n \n\n“These times of change are part of the innovation and modernization of the United States government under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce. “A platform such as America.gov can help minority entrepreneurs navigate government resources\, programs\, and opportunities more efficiently\, supporting greater productivity and economic development.” \n\nThe Chamber believes that improving access to accurate government information and simplifying the process of finding relevant programs can help entrepreneurs spend less time navigating administrative barriers and more time building\, investing\, hiring\, and growing their businesses. \n\n“America.gov is an important resource for our business community\,” Mayorga added. “Our commitment is to continue educating and connecting our members and strategic partners with legitimate government resources and opportunities that can contribute to business growth and economic prosperity.” \n\n\nAbout the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce is a private\, nonprofit organization with 27 years of operations\, dedicated to strengthening\, educating\, and supporting entrepreneurs and businesses through access to business resources\, programs\, international opportunities\, strategic partnerships\, and economic development initiatives. \nThe Chamber works to help its members and strategic partners better understand and access available business tools and government resources while promoting entrepreneurship\, trade\, investment\, and economic cooperation. \n\n\nFor more information about the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce:\nwww.minoritychamber.net\n Email: director@minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260 URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/u-s-minority-chamber-of-commerce-supports-the-new-america-gov-portal/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/sexto.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260929T210809Z CREATED:20260929T210049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T210809Z UID:2467-1790778600-1790784000@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:Surplus Critical Minerals Virtual Industry Day DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces Virtual Industry Conference with the U.S. Department of Energy\nWashington\, D.C. — September 29\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces an important virtual industry conference focused on opportunities for American small and medium-sized businesses to learn how they can participate in emerging federal opportunities connected to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). \nThe Chamber’s mission is to help create business opportunities and revenue-generating pathways for its members and strategic partners across the private and public sectors. As part of that mission\, the Chamber is encouraging American businesses—particularly minority-owned small and medium-sized enterprises—to actively explore federal contracting\, procurement\, and industry opportunities. \n \nThe U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management (EM) is hosting a Surplus Critical Minerals Virtual Industry Day to explain an Expression of Interest (EOI) process involving surplus critical minerals\, rare earth elements\, and other materials located at five DOE environmental cleanup sites. \nAccording to the Department of Energy\, the initiative seeks input from American industry regarding the potential transfer and beneficial reuse of these materials. The five participating sites are located in Kentucky\, Ohio\, Tennessee\, Nevada\, and Utah. DOE will use the Industry Day to explain the EOI process\, answer questions\, and hear from companies about market demand and industrial capabilities to process\, recover\, or otherwise use these materials. \n\n“We continue insisting and persisting that America’s minority business sector should actively participate in federal contracting and procurement initiatives. Federal agencies represent an important marketplace for qualified American businesses\, and our members need to understand how to access these opportunities\, comply with the requirements\, and compete professionally.” \n — Doug Mayorga\, CEO\, U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\n \n\nVirtual Industry Day\n\n\nDate\nWednesday\, September 30\, 2026\n\n\nTime\n2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT\n\n\nLocation\nVirtual\n\n\nHost\nDOE Office of Environmental Management\n\n\n\n\nWhat Businesses Will Learn\nThe Industry Day will provide information regarding: \n\nThe DOE Expression of Interest (EOI) process.\nPotential opportunities involving surplus critical minerals and rare earth elements.\nMaterials available at five DOE Environmental Management cleanup sites.\nQuestions and answers with DOE Environmental Management representatives.\n\nThe Department of Energy has stated that the initiative is intended to engage American industry and explore ways to put surplus federal materials to productive use. \n\n\nAttendance requests closed September 28\, 2026\, at 5:00 p.m. EDT. No new registration is offered through this page. Read the DOE event information for the official event details. \n\n\nMember Free Assistance and Information\nevents@minoritychamber.net\n www.minoritychamber.net\n 202.250.0260\n director@minoritychamber.net URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/surplus-critical-minerals-virtual-industry-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTSTAMP:20260929T193632Z CREATED:20260929T105930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193632Z UID:2445-1791590400-1791676799@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PODCAST NETWORK DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \nU.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF ITS INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PODCAST NETWORK\, REACHING 60 COUNTRIES\nWashington\, D.C. — September 13\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \nThe United States Minority Chamber of Commerce (USMCC) announces the upcoming launch of its international podcast and business news platform\, “The U.S. Business News Network to the World\,” an innovative media initiative designed to connect the United States with business communities\, investors\, governments\, entrepreneurs\, professionals\, employers\, and economic development organizations across 60 countries identified as strategic potential partners. \n \nThe program will officially begin broadcasting on October 10\, 2026\, from Washington\, D.C.\, the capital of the United States\, in both English and Spanish. The Chamber expects the platform to reach an audience of more than 50 million business and economic stakeholders worldwide through its international network. \n\n“Our objective is to create a direct communication bridge between the United States and the world’s business communities\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the United States Minority Chamber of Commerce. “This will not be a conventional news program. Our content will be focused exclusively on business opportunities\, economic news\, investment\, trade\, entrepreneurship\, employment\, and the people and organizations shaping the economic future of communities around the world.” \n\nThe network will also feature business interviews\, economic reports\, executive conversations\, international market updates\, investment opportunities\, trade developments\, and stories highlighting leaders who are shaping the economic history of their communities. \n\nTWO DAILY BUSINESS BROADCASTS\nThe Chamber’s international business news podcast will feature two daily two-hour broadcasts: \nMorning Edition:6:00 AM – 8:00 AMEvening Edition:6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n\nParticular attention will be given to U.S. exports and investment\, new projects and investments\, federal contracts\, Fortune 1000 corporate opportunities\, government lending programs\, grants\, emerging industries\, workforce needs\, supply chains\, and sectors seeking international buyers\, investors\, suppliers\, and strategic partners. \nThe launch of “The U.S. Business News Network to the World” represents another step in the Chamber’s strategy to establish a permanent international business communications presence across 60 nations and create a platform where economic opportunities can be communicated directly between the United States and the international marketplace. \n\nOfficial Launch: October 10\, 2026Broadcast Center: Washington\, D.C.\, United StatesLanguages: English & SpanishInternational Coverage: 60 CountriesProgramming: Two hours in the morning and two hours in the evening \n\n\nMEDIA & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS\nSuzanne MillerDirector\, Global Public RelationsEmail: director@minoritychamber.netPhone: 786.406.2190 \n“Driving the Economic Growth of Our Members Since 1999.” URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/2445/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/podcast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261019T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261019T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T021539Z CREATED:20260929T020426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T021539Z UID:2415-1792396800-1792429200@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:International Digital Currency Forum DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nDIGITAL CURRENCY FORUM\nWill Digital Currency Bring Greater Opportunities for Businesses — or Greater Financial Control? \nWashington\, D.C. — September 27\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces the upcoming International Digital Currency Forum\, a virtual discussion scheduled for October 19\, 2026\, bringing together business leaders\, financial experts\, economists\, technology specialists\, and representatives of the international financial community to examine one of the most important questions facing the global economy: \nWill digital currency create greater opportunities for businesses — or could it become a new mechanism of financial control? \n \nCentral Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are rapidly becoming an important part of the international financial discussion. Governments and central banks around the world are studying\, testing\, or developing digital forms of sovereign currency. \nThe Bahamas became the first country to launch a retail CBDC\, the Sand Dollar\, in 2020. China has developed and expanded its digital yuan program\, while the European Central Bank is preparing the next stages of the digital euro project\, including a planned pilot phase in 2027 and a potential first issuance in 2029\, subject to the necessary legislation. \nThe U.S. Minority Chamber believes that the business community must participate in this discussion before major decisions concerning the future of money are fully implemented. \nA Forum for Questions That Matter\n\n“The October 19 forum will examine both the potential advantages and the possible challenges of digital currencies for companies\, entrepreneurs\, consumers\, and international commerce\, get involved with time and register to director@minoritychamber.net“\, said Mr. Doug Mayorga\, CEO and Founder of the Chamber. \n\nAmong the questions to be discussed: \n\nCould digital currencies reduce transaction costs and accelerate international payments?\nCould CBDCs improve access to financial services for small businesses?\nWhat opportunities could digital currencies create for international trade and investment?\nWho controls the infrastructure behind a digital currency?\nWho has access to transaction information?\nWhat safeguards should protect the privacy of individuals and businesses?\nCould digital money ever be programmed or restricted for specific purposes?\nWhat happens when a financial transaction is automatically rejected or blocked?\nWhat rights should a business have if its digital financial access is suspended?\nHow should governments balance financial security\, taxation and anti-money-laundering requirements with economic freedom and privacy?\nCould the transition toward digital currencies affect the future role of physical cash?\n\nInternational Financial Leaders to Be Invited\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber intends to extend invitations to presidents and senior officials of central banks\, senior executives and experts from the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank\, and representatives of the U.S. Department of the Treasury\, together with financial-sector executives\, economists\, technology experts and business leaders. \nThe objective is not to promote a predetermined conclusion. \nThe objective is to bring the international financial and business community together to ask the questions that must be answered before the next generation of money becomes a reality. \nWhat Happens When Money Becomes Software?\nFor centuries\, money has existed primarily as physical currency and as balances recorded within financial institutions. \nDigital currencies introduce a different possibility: money can become part of a technological infrastructure capable of processing transactions according to predetermined rules. \nThis raises an essential question for the private sector: \nIf money becomes software\, who writes the rules? The Forum will examine this question from the perspective of business opportunity\, economic efficiency\, privacy\, financial inclusion\, international commerce\, technological innovation and individual economic freedom. \nThe Chamber recognizes that CBDCs may offer significant benefits. At the same time\, the design and governance of these systems raise legitimate questions that deserve transparent international discussion. \nAn Invitation to the Business Community\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce invites entrepreneurs\, corporations\, financial institutions\, nonprofit organizations\, investors\, economists\, technology companies and business associations throughout the Americas and internationally to participate in this important conversation. \nThe future of money is no longer simply a question for central banks. It is a question for every business and every economy. \nOctober 19\, 2026International Digital Currency ForumVirtual / Webinar Discussion \nAdditional information regarding registration\, speakers and participation will be announced by the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce. \nU.S. Minority Chamber of CommerceWashington\, D.C.Promoting the American Entrepreneurial Spirit \nInformation:www.minoritychamber.netpresident@minoritychamber.net202.250.0260 URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/international-digital-currency-forum/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-28-at-20.34.21.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:events@minoritychamber.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023 DTSTAMP:20260930T225001Z CREATED:20260930T224902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T225001Z UID:2495-1792627200-1792713599@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:Morocco - Tanger Med X-Ray Scanner Tender DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces New Business Destination in Morocco in Coordination with the U.S. Department of State\nWashington\, D.C. — September 30\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce is announcing a new international business opportunity in Morocco\, in coordination with the business outreach efforts of the U.S. Department of State\, inviting Chamber members\, strategic partners\, and qualified companies to explore and compete for an important government tender in one of Africa’s major commercial and logistics hubs. \nRecognizing the important role that the U.S. Department of State\, under the leadership of Secretary of State Marco Rubio\, is playing in connecting American businesses with international markets\, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce is opening this opportunity to qualified companies in the safety\, security\, transportation\, logistics\, and inspection technology sectors. \n \n\n“For the Chamber\, facilitating American business entry into Morocco through an opportunity of this magnitude is an incredible challenge. But we are ready to assist qualified companies with the information\, technical guidance\, and business support necessary to explore this opportunity\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce. \n\n\nMOROCCO — TANGER MED X-RAY SCANNER TENDER\nOpportunity Type: Government Tender\n Sector: Safety & Security; Transportation & Logistics\n Location: Morocco\n Tender Reference: TMPA_AO_76_26\n Submission Deadline: October 22\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. Morocco time \nThe Tanger Med Port Authority (TMPA) is seeking bids for three turnkey mobile X-ray cargo inspection systems at Tanger Med\, a major international container port located on the Strait of Gibraltar. \nThe contract covers the design\, supply\, installation\, and commissioning of three dual-energy scanners for non-intrusive inspection of containers\, freight trucks\, and other vehicles. \nThe project also includes: \n\nImage-analysis and information technology systems\nTraining and technical support\nRequired regulatory approvals\nA three-year warranty\nLong-term on-site operations and maintenance\n24/7 operational capability\nScanning capacity of at least 20 units measuring 18 meters in length per hour at the specified scan speed\n\nThe opportunity is particularly relevant to scanner manufacturers and their exclusive authorized representatives with demonstrated experience in comparable projects and the capacity to provide local support. \n\n\nBIDDING REQUIREMENTS\nInterested companies should review the official tender documentation and eligibility requirements. \nTender Reference: TMPA_AO_76_26 \nThe tender is available through the Tanger Med official procurement portal: \nTanger Med — Calls for Tenders \nKey requirements include: \n\nBidders must be scanner manufacturers or provide a manufacturer’s certificate of exclusivity and authorization.\nAt least one comparable project reference is required.\nA mandatory site visit to Tanger Med is required.\nBids must be submitted by October 22\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. Morocco time.\nA bid security of MAD 100\,000 is required.\nCompanies not established in Morocco may price their bids in U.S. dollars.\nNo estimated contract value has been published.\n\n\n\nAN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS BRIDGE\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce views this opportunity as part of its broader mission of building business bridges between the United States and international markets. \nWith more than 27 years of institutional experience and a broad network of members\, business associates\, strategic partners\, and international contacts\, the Chamber provides a platform for qualified companies seeking to identify opportunities\, establish international relationships\, and understand the requirements associated with entering new markets. \nThe Chamber encourages qualified American and international companies in the security\, inspection technology\, transportation\, logistics\, and related industries to review the tender requirements and determine whether their capabilities and experience meet the stated criteria. \n\n\nOFFICIAL CONTACTS\nU.S. Department of State\n Primary Contact: Maritza Navarrete\n Email: NavarreteM2@state.gov \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\n Technical Assistance: Rosse Garcia\n Email: director@minoritychamber.net\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260 \n\n\nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\n Building Business Bridges Between the U.S. and Latin America and International Markets\n Promoting the business spirit of the United States in the Americas since 1999 URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/morocco-tanger-med-x-ray-scanner-tender/ LOCATION:Morocco — Tanger Med ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/MARRUECO-OPPORTUNITY.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025 DTSTAMP:20260929T193349Z CREATED:20260929T100216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193349Z UID:2438-1792627200-1792886399@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:GLOBAL WOMEN’S SUMMIT MIAMI 2026 DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nU.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES THE 29TH EDITION OF THE GLOBAL WOMEN’S SUMMIT MIAMI 2026\nMIAMI\, FLORIDA — September 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nAs part of its continuing commitment to strengthening underserved communities and expanding economic opportunities\, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the Global Women’s Summit Miami 2026\, its 29th edition\, taking place October 22–24\, 2026\, at the prestigious Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel in Miami\, Florida. \n \nThe Summit will bring together an impressive group of women leaders\, entrepreneurs\, executives\, innovators\, public servants\, professionals\, and community advocates whose achievements reflect leadership\, determination\, and a strong commitment to the communities they serve. \nThe program will highlight women who are building and expanding businesses\, creating new technologies\, leading in public service\, advancing economic development\, and opening new opportunities for future generations. The Summit will also recognize the important contributions of women in the beauty\, health\, wellness\, and aesthetics industries\, sectors that continue to generate entrepreneurship\, employment\, and economic mobility. \n\n“This new edition promises an extraordinary lineup of speakers\, exhibitors\, entrepreneurs\, executives\, and participants representing a world of opportunities for women. Our mission is to create a powerful platform where women can connect\, learn\, do business\, develop partnerships\, and inspire one another\,” said Mr. Doug Mayorga\, Chamber’s president. \n\n\nABOUT THE GLOBAL WOMEN’S SUMMIT\nThe Global Women’s Summit Miami 2026 will feature two intensive days of business\, leadership\, education\, networking\, and international engagement. \nThe program will include: \n\n16 Leadership & Business Forums\n12 Specialized Seminars\n24 Exhibitors\nBusiness Matchmaking Sessions\nWomen’s Entrepreneurship & Economic Opportunity Programs\nTechnology\, Public Service & Economic Development Discussions\nBeauty\, Health\, Wellness & Aesthetics Industry Programs\nFashion Show\nGlobal Women’s Leadership Gala Dinner\n\nThe Summit is designed to serve as a dynamic platform where women can connect with decisionmakers\, discover business opportunities\, expand professional networks\, showcase their companies\, exchange ideas\, and build relationships with leaders from the United States\, Latin America\, and the Caribbean. \n\n\nABOUT THE CHAMBER\nEntering a new cycle of operations\, services\, international expansion\, and technical assistance\, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce continues to provide a private-sector platform dedicated to economic prosperity\, entrepreneurship\, business development\, investment\, and shared prosperity between the United States\, Latin America\, and the Caribbean. \n\n\nMEDIA & GENERAL INFORMATION\nRosse Garcia\n Director of Public Affairs\n 786-406-2190\n director@minoritychamber.net\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net \nGLOBAL WOMEN’S SUMMIT MIAMI 2026\n October 22–24\, 2026\n Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel\n Miami\, Florida URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/2438/ LOCATION:Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center\, 3900 NW 21st St\, Miami\, FL\, 33142\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/womenSummit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117 DTSTAMP:20260929T050405Z CREATED:20260929T050225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T050405Z UID:2433-1794787200-1794873599@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:Donors Convention Washington\, D.C. 2026 DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nDONORS CONVENTION MOVES TO WASHINGTON\, D.C.\, BRINGING TOGETHER LEADING PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS AND U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES\nWashington\, D.C. — September 26\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces that its upcoming Donors Convention will take place in Washington\, D.C.\, November 16–17\, 2026\, bringing together leading philanthropic organizations\, nonprofit leaders\, business development organizations\, and representatives of U.S. government agencies to explore new resources and programs available to communities and nonprofit organizations. \n \nThe Chamber is advancing this initiative with the goal of helping American nonprofit organizations identify opportunities for funding\, partnerships\, technical assistance\, and programs designed to strengthen communities and support economic development. \nParticular attention will be given to federal funding opportunities and programs supporting nonprofit organizations involved in small-business development and community economic initiatives\, including resources that may remain available or have not yet been fully distributed. \n\n“This event has required a tremendous effort\, and it must fulfill its mission. Our objective is to create a serious platform where nonprofit organizations can connect directly with philanthropic institutions\, government representatives\, and other resource partners\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the Chamber. \n\nMayorga added that the Chamber is working to invite not only major philanthropic organizations\, but also representatives from several U.S. government agencies. \n\n“Among the activities we are developing is the possibility of a One-on-One session with a senior official involved in the distribution of federal resources within the U.S. Department of the Treasury\, together with other important opportunities throughout the program. We want this to be a productive event for national and international nonprofit organizations\,” Mayorga stated. \n\nThe Donors Convention Washington\, D.C. 2026 will feature two full days of activities\, including: \n\n12 specialized forums\nMeetings and networking opportunities with philanthropic organizations\nGovernment and institutional presentations\nBusiness and partnership roundtables\nOne-on-One networking opportunities\nReceptions and institutional networking\n\nThe Chamber believes that strengthening nonprofit organizations is essential to the development of communities and to the sustainability of programs focused on human development\, entrepreneurship\, economic development\, and small-business financing. \nThe Chamber emphasizes that participation does not constitute a guarantee of government or philanthropic funding. Rather\, the Convention is intended to provide access to information\, institutional connections\, networking opportunities\, and pathways to potential resources and partnerships. \n\nFor information and registration\nEmail: director@minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/donors-convention-washington-d-c-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/donors-conference-dc-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117 DTSTAMP:20260929T214102Z CREATED:20260929T212904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T214102Z UID:2477-1794787200-1794873599@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:South Atlantic Zirconium and Titanium Mine Sale - Brazil Investment Opportunity. DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nU.S. Chamber of Commerce for Minorities Announces Major Investment Opportunity in Brazil\nSouth Atlantic Zirconium and Titanium Mine Sale \nWashington\, D.C. — September 28\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce for Minorities is pleased to announce a significant international business and investment opportunity in Brazil\, focused on the acquisition of a minority equity interest in a critical-minerals project in southern Brazil. \nThe Chamber’s announcement describes the opportunity as being in collaboration with the Business Office of the U.S. Department of State. The Chamber says it is sharing the information with qualified companies and investors interested in mining\, critical minerals\, industrial supply chains\, aerospace\, defense\, and advanced manufacturing. \n \n\n“It is our mission to facilitate\, connect\, and participate in opportunities that can generate prosperity for our members and strategic partners. This particular opportunity is highly sensitive and significant in value\, and we are sharing the information so that qualified members can explore it with appropriate professional and technical guidance.” \n — Doug Mayorga\, Chamber’s president\n \n\nOpportunity Overview\n\n\nProject\nSouth Atlantic Zirconium and Titanium Mine Sale\n\n\nOpportunity type\nOutbound investment / acquisition of a minority equity stake\n\n\nIndustry\nMining / critical minerals\n\n\nLocation\nRio Grande do Sul\, Brazil\n\n\nEquity interest offered\n20 percent\n\n\n\nAccording to the opportunity information provided for the project\, Rio Grande Mineração (RGM) is seeking non-binding bids by November 16\, 2026\, at 12:00 p.m. EST\, for the acquisition of a 20-percent stake in its South Atlantic Project\, a shovel-ready titanium and zircon mining project in southern Brazil. \n\nProject Highlights\nAccording to the opportunity materials: \n\nApproximately 771 million tons of JORC-validated mineral resources.\nApproximately 3.0 percent heavy minerals\, primarily ilmenite and zircon.\nA shovel-ready project with licensing and permitting described as complete.\nA proposed mining method based on dredge mining and gravity-based wet concentration.\nEstimated production of approximately 660\,000 tons annually.\nAn assessed mine life of 16+ years.\n\n\n\nBid Deadline\nNovember 16\, 2026\n 12:00 p.m. EST \nThis deadline is for non-binding bids stated in the opportunity information; it is not an event time. \n\nThis opportunity is intended for qualified companies\, investors\, institutional participants\, and strategic partners with an interest in critical minerals and international investment. \n\nOfficial Contacts Listed in the Opportunity Materials\n\n\nRio Grande Mineração (RGM)\nPhilip Murphy\, CEO\n Philip.Murphy@rgminer.com.br \n \n\nU.S. Embassy Brasília\nChenoa Lee\n LeeCM1@state.gov \n \n\nU.S. Embassy Brasília\nJames Ermarth\n ErmarthJE@state.gov \n \n\n\nTechnical Assistance\ndirector@minoritychamber.net\n WhatsApp: 202.250.0260\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net \n\nMore details: https://lnkd.in/e8vsBAen \nProject figures and descriptions above are attributed to the opportunity materials provided. Prospective participants should request and review the current transaction\, technical\, licensing\, and bid documents before acting. URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/2477/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270118 DTSTAMP:20260930T230808Z CREATED:20260930T230554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T230808Z UID:2501-1794787200-1800230399@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:The Donors World Summit DC 2026 DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces The Donors World Summit DC 2026\n“How to Do Business with Philanthropy” — November 16–17\, 2026\, Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nWashington\, D.C. — September 30\, 2026. — The U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces The Donors World Summit DC 2026\, a two-day business and philanthropic resource development event taking place November 16–17\, 2026\, in Washington\, D.C.\, the capital of the United States. \n \nDesigned around practical business intelligence rather than academic lectures\, the Summit will focus on how organizations can effectively connect with philanthropic institutions and access grants\, contracts\, resources\, programs\, partnerships\, and other opportunities available through the North American philanthropic and business ecosystem. \nUnder the central theme “How to Do Business with Philanthropy\,” the Summit will provide participants with practical information on how the process works\, whom to approach\, when to apply\, where opportunities can be found\, and how to develop a strong community plan capable of presenting an organization’s mission\, objectives\, and impact effectively. \n\n“I will personally present a practical approach to developing a winning community plan and understanding how organizations can position themselves to seek funding and resources\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO and President of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce. \n\nTWO DAYS. DOZENS OF OPPORTUNITIES.\nThe Donors World Summit DC 2026 will feature a focused program including: \n\n12 business and philanthropic forums\nOne-on-one meetings with philanthropic and foundation leaders\nOpportunities to connect with representatives of multilateral agencies\nBusiness and institutional networking with leading U.S. companies\nExhibitions and organizational presentations\nNetworking receptions\nPractical sessions focused on grants\, contracts\, partnerships\, resources\, and community development programs\nGuidance on preparing and presenting effective community plans and funding proposals\n\nThe event is designed as a private\, invitation-only gathering for selected nonprofit organizations\, municipalities\, government contractors and subcontractors\, business leaders\, professionals\, and organizations working in community and economic development. \nThe objective is to create a practical environment where participants can better understand the philanthropic ecosystem and develop relationships that may lead to future funding\, partnerships\, contracts\, programs\, and community development opportunities. \nABOUT THE U.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce works extensively through conferences\, seminars\, business programs\, and strategic initiatives focused on economic\, entrepreneurial\, human\, and infrastructure development\, particularly for underserved and disadvantaged communities. \nThe Chamber also works with communities and organizations responding to natural disasters and other emergencies\, helping connect business\, philanthropic\, institutional\, and community resources with local needs. \n\nEVENT INFORMATION\nThe Donors World Summit DC 2026\n November 16–17\, 2026\n Washington\, D.C. \nInformation & Registration:\n Rosse Garcia\n Director\n Email: director@minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260\n Website: www.minoritychamber.net \n \nU.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\n Promoting the American Entrepreneurial Spirit URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/the-donors-world-summit-dc-2026/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTSTAMP:20260929T193103Z CREATED:20260929T111648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193103Z UID:2451-1796256000-1796515199@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:28th CEO OF THE AMERICAS SUMMIT IN MIAMI DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION \nU.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES THE 28th CEO OF THE AMERICAS SUMMIT IN MIAMI\n“Democracy and Prosperity Summit for the Americas” to Bring Business\, Government and Investment Leaders Together. \nWASHINGTON\, D.C. — September 28\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber (USMCC) announces the 28th International CEO Summit of the Americas\, taking place December 3–5\, 2026\, at the Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel in Miami\, Florida. This year’s summit will focus on the theme: \nDEMOCRACY AND PROSPERITY SUMMIT FOR THE AMERICAS \n \nThe international conference will bring together business executives\, investors\, government representatives\, institutional leaders and entrepreneurs from across the Americas and other international markets for discussions focused on trade\, investment\, economic development\, entrepreneurship\, international cooperation and private-sector opportunities. \nThe summit will also address the importance of creating conditions that allow businesses and communities to participate in economic development\, including open markets\, investment\, infrastructure\, entrepreneurship\, regulatory efficiency and cooperation among nations. \n\n“The Americas are at an important crossroads\, and the private sector has an essential role in creating new opportunities through trade\, investment and entrepreneurship\,” said Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce. “Our mission is to facilitate connections among business\, government and institutional leaders and create spaces where ideas\, opportunities and practical solutions can be discussed.” \n\nAccording to the Chamber\, the CEO of the Americas Summit has become a platform for business diplomacy and international networking\, connecting leaders and organizations interested in expanding commercial relationships throughout the United States\, Latin America and the Caribbean. \nThe 2026 edition will emphasize four principal areas: \n\nStrategic Business Networking\nInvestment and Business Opportunities\nInnovation and Leadership\nInternational Cooperation\n\nThe Chamber expects participation from leaders and representatives from multiple countries\, with discussions addressing the opportunities and challenges affecting commerce and investment throughout the Western Hemisphere. \nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce describes itself as an independent\, nonprofit economic-development organization focused on supporting minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs\, including Latino\, African American\, women-owned and Asian American businesses. \nWith its headquarters in Washington\, D.C.\, and operational centers in locations including Miami\, Atlanta\, New Orleans\, Costa Rica and Curaçao\, the Chamber works to facilitate business connections\, trade\, investment and international cooperation. \n\nFor additional information\, registration and participation opportunities:\nEmail: director@minoritychamber.netPhone/WhatsApp: 202.250.0260Website: www.minoritychamber.net URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/2451/ LOCATION:Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center\, 3900 NW 21st St\, Miami\, FL\, 33142\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270302 DTSTAMP:20260929T212514Z CREATED:20260929T212514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T212514Z UID:2475-1803859200-1803945599@minoritychamber.net SUMMARY:Ferry of the Americas DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nU.S. Minority Chamber Announces the “Ferry of the Americas”\nA New Private Maritime Initiative to Connect Trade\, Tourism\, Passengers and Vehicles Across the Americas \nWashington\, D.C. — September 11\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces a bold new initiative designed to strengthen commercial connectivity\, tourism\, mobility and economic cooperation throughout the Americas: the “Ferry of the Americas.” \nThe project is envisioned as a privately owned maritime transportation system\, 100% backed by capital from members of the U.S. Minority Chamber\, with an anticipated launch date of March 1\, 2027\, subject to the completion of financing\, regulatory approvals\, port arrangements and operational requirements. \n \n\nProposed Route and Service\nThe Ferry of the Americas is designed to establish a strategic maritime route originating in Miami and connecting major ports in the Caribbean and Central America\, including Puerto Cortés\, Honduras; Puerto Limón\, Costa Rica; San Juan\, Puerto Rico; and Río Haina\, Dominican Republic\, before returning to its Miami origin. \nThe service is envisioned to operate every two weeks\, with a proposed capacity of approximately 200 passengers\, 45 forty-foot containers\, breakbulk/general cargo\, and up to 75 automobiles\, creating a multimodal platform capable of serving businesses\, families\, tourists\, exporters\, importers and commercial operators. \n\n\n“This project represents an extraordinary opportunity to transform the way people\, businesses and goods move throughout our region. By combining passenger travel\, vehicles and commercial cargo in one maritime platform.” \n — Doug Mayorga\, Chamber’s President\n \nWith a projected investment of approximately $15 million\, the Ferry of the Americas is intended to facilitate international commerce while opening new opportunities for tourism\, regional transportation and business development. \nOne of the project’s distinctive features is the ability for passengers to travel with their own automobiles\, providing travelers with greater mobility once they arrive at their destination and creating a new option for families\, entrepreneurs\, tourists and long-term visitors moving throughout the region. \nThe vessel\, envisioned as a Spanish-built ferry\, will be designed to provide a comfortable and family-oriented experience\, including private cabins\, premium accommodations and onboard amenities suitable for individuals\, families and organized groups. \n\nA Private Initiative Seeking Partners\nThe Ferry of the Americas is being developed as a private initiative. The Chamber is now opening a selective call for potential shareholders\, strategic commercial agents and qualified business partners interested in participating in the development and commercialization of the project. \nA detailed business plan is available for qualified individuals and organizations meeting the Chamber’s participation criteria and holding membership in the Chamber. \n\n\nMore Information\nRosse Garcia\n Public Affairs\n Email: director@minoritychamber.net\n Phone: 202.250.0260 \n\nThe March 1\, 2027 launch date is anticipated and remains subject to financing\, regulatory approvals\, port arrangements and operational requirements. URL:https://minoritychamber.net/event/ferry-of-the-americas/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minoritychamber.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-3.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR