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SUMMARY:U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce to Honor Sir David Beckham and Lionel Messi
DESCRIPTION:U.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HONOR SIR DAVID BECKHAM AND LIONEL MESSI\nRecognizing Two Global Leaders Who Have Helped Transform Miami Into a Global Soccer and Business Destination \nWashington\, D.C. — September 30\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n        \n      \n\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce proudly congratulates our friend and valued Chamber member for his extraordinary work and leadership within Inter Miami CF\, helping position the Club at the forefront of Major League Soccer and contributing to Miami's growing importance as a global center for sports\, business and international investment. \n \nUnder the entrepreneurial vision of Jorge Mas\, José Mas and Sir David Beckham\, and with Lionel Messi as the Club's captain and global icon\, Inter Miami has entered an extraordinary chapter in American soccer. \nMessi's arrival in Miami transformed the international profile of the Club\, while the leadership and vision of its ownership have helped build a broader platform connecting soccer\, entertainment\, business and the community. Inter Miami has continued to achieve historic milestones\, including its first MLS Cup in 2025 and the 2026 Campeones Cup. Messi has also reached 100 goals for Inter Miami and remains under contract with the Club through the 2028 MLS season. \nTHE HIGHEST HONOR OF THE U.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE\nIn recognition of their extraordinary achievements\, global leadership and contribution to the international image of the United States\, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Sir David Beckham and Lionel Messi will each receive the Chamber's highest honor. \nThe recognition will take place on December 4\, 2026\, as part of the activities surrounding the 28th CEO Summit of the Americas 2026\, at the elegant Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel. \nThis distinction recognizes their remarkable careers\, their international leadership and the example they represent for millions of people around the world. \nFor the Chamber\, their stories demonstrate something deeply important about the American experience: in the United States\, dreams can become achievements\, and achievement can become a platform for global leadership. \n\n"Sir David Beckham's journey from international soccer legend to entrepreneur\, investor and owner of a major American sports organization represents a powerful example of how vision can evolve into lasting business and community impact"\, say Mr. Doug Mayorga\, CEO of the United States Minority Chamber of Commerce. \n\n\n"Lionel Messi represents another extraordinary dimension of that story: an international athlete whose talent\, discipline and accomplishments have helped inspire an entire generation and bring millions of people closer to soccer in the United States". \n\nThe Chamber believes that success is not only measured by trophies\, championships or business achievements\, but also by the ability to inspire others and create new opportunities for the next generation. \nBUILDING BUSINESS BRIDGES WITH INTER MIAMI\nThe U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce is also working toward establishing special benefits for its members with Inter Miami\, including the possibility of providing Chamber members with a discount code of up to 35% on game tickets\, subject to final approval and terms established by the Club. \nBeyond the excitement of soccer\, we see an opportunity to build a meaningful business relationship. \nThe Chamber would like to support the continued growth of Inter Miami and its major projects by connecting the Club and its partners with qualified: \n\nMinority-owned construction companies\nContractors and subcontractors\nMaintenance and facility-service companies\nFood and beverage providers\nSmall and medium-sized businesses\nLocal workforce\nInternational workforce resources\nSpecialized suppliers\nCompanies capable of participating in major supply chains\n\nWe would also be honored to work with the leadership of Inter Miami and the Mas family toward an institutional recognition or plaque celebrating the collaborative efforts made to connect qualified businesses\, vendors\, subcontractors and workforce resources with major projects. \nGREAT PROJECTS REQUIRE GREAT PARTNERS\nAt the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce\, we are proud when our members and strategic partners successfully reach their entrepreneurial and community goals. \nIf you are developing a major or long-term project in Miami\, Florida\, throughout the United States or across the Americas\, consider the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce as a strategic resource for identifying businesses\, suppliers and workforce capable of supporting your project. \nFor more than two decades\, our mission has been to build bridges between American businesses and opportunities throughout the Americas. \nWe believe that business opportunity should create business opportunity for others. \nWe once again congratulate Sir David Beckham and Lionel Messi and look forward to honoring both global leaders on December 4\, 2026\, during the CEO Summit of the Americas 2026 in Miami. \nTwo extraordinary careers. Two global leaders. One powerful message: \nDREAM BIG. BUILD IN AMERICA. LEAD THE WORLD. \nU.S. MINORITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE\n    Building Business Bridges Between the U.S. and Latin America \n\nInformation: director@minoritychamber.net\n      Phone / WhatsApp: 202.250.0260\n      www.minoritychamber.net
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LOCATION:Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center\, 3900 NW 21st St\, Miami\, FL\, 33142\, United States
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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.
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