If anyone tells you that looking straight into the light will blind you ! Think again you must see it for yourself! The light, most of the time will guide you! Save you! and take the pain away! Continue reading
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The New AboutUs by Hotspotorlando is Here! Issue # 18
Brazilian-based PagSeguro, the national leader in online payments, launches a credit card payment solution for mobile phones and tablets
PagSeguro(https://pagseguro.uol.com.br), Brazil’s market leader in online payment solutions, has released a m-payment product that enables shoppers and professionals to process credit card transactions using mobile phones and tablets.
The PagSeguro mobile solution enables transactions with a card reader that plugs into a mobile phone or tablet’s audio jack. It is the first large-scale mobile payments initiative in Brazil. “PagSeguro has taken a major step forward in mobile solutions,” said PagSeguro Director, Ricardo Dortas. Continue reading
CFBACC @ Drury Hotel Orlando- Business After Hours
Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce, Business After hours event, are becoming more popular every month and it is also not only proving itself as a great business networking tool, but also as the numbers of new members grow after each event, they know they are doing something right. Continue reading
Rede de Brasileiros na Flórida – Boletim – 2 de maio de 2013
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| Primeira Igreja Batista Brasileira no Sul da Flórida1103 NE 33rd Street – Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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| DOCUMENTAÇÃOAntes de comparecer ao Consulado Itinerante, verifique na página eletrônica do Consulado-Geral (http://miami.itamaraty.gov.br) se sua documentação, necessária para o serviço pretendido, está completa.
SERVIÇOS DISPONÍVEIS Nas missões itinerantes, são oferecidos pela equipe do Consulado-Geral os seguintes serviços:
Serão também aceitos pedidos dos documentos a seguir, para posterior envio pelo correio, mediante apresentação de envelope “US Express Mail” com selo, número de rastreamento e endereço de retorno:
PAGAMENTO DE TAXAS O pagamento das taxas consulares somente poderá ser feito com ordem de pagamento comprada em qualquer agência do correio norte-americano (“US Postal Money Order“). DICAS IMPORTANTES Antes de comparecer ao Consulado Itinerante, vá a uma agência do correio norte-americano (Correio USPS) e providencie: a) para o pagamento das taxas consulares: “money order” do correio norte-americano, que é a ÚNICA forma de pagamento aceita; para ver um exemplo, clique aqui; b) para o caso de pedido de passaporte, alistamento militar, atestado de residência para efeito de mudança para o Brasil e atestado de residência para menor: envelope “US Express Mail” com selo, número de rastreamento e endereço de retorno; e c) a “money order” do correio norte-americano deverá ser preenchida nominalmente ao Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami. Para ver um exemplo, clique aqui.
Para renovação de passaporte, é necessária a apresentação do comprovante de quitação das obrigações eleitorais no caso dos maiores de 18 anos e menores de 70 anos (pode ser o título de eleitor com recibo da última eleição, ou uma certidão de quitação obtida no sítio do Tribunal Superior Eleitoral). Para mais informações, clique aqui. OUVIDORIA Sugestões, elogios e reclamações poderão ser encaminhados ao endereço eletrônico cg.miami@itamaraty.gov.br.
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| 2. Fundação Icla da Silva cadastra doadores de medula óssea na sede do Consulado-Geral |
| O Consulado-Geral em Miami reitera seu apoio institucional à Fundação Icla da Silva e ao recrutamento de doares de medula óssea promovido pela entidade.Nesse contexto, aquela Fundação está realizando, entre os dias 1 e 3 de maio de 2013, na sede do Consulado-Geral, campanha de divulgação de seu trabalho, bem como inscrição de novos doadores.
A Fundação Icla da Silva é um importante centro de recrutamento de doadores de medula óssea nos Estados Unidos e atua especialmente junto a comunidades de minoria étnica. A instituição foi criada em 1992, em memória à adolescente brasileira Icla da Silva, natural de Maceió, Alagoas. A nacional falecera aos 13 anos, na cidade de Nova York, após enfrentar quadro de leucemia, sem ter jamais encontrado doador de medula compatível. Informações sobre a Fundação podem ser obtidas no endereço eletrônicohttp://www.icla.org O Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami está localizado no endereço 80 SW 8th St, 26th floor, Miami, FL, 33130-3004. Tel: (305) 285-6200. Email: mailto:cg.miami@itamaraty.gov.br. Página eletrônica:http://miami.itamaraty.gov.br.
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| 3. OMC – candidato brasileiro à direção-geral qualifica-se para a rodada final |
 O candidato brasileiro à Direção-Geral da Organização Mundial de Comércio, Embaixador Roberto Azevêdo, qualificou-se para a terceira e última rodada da seleção para o cargo. A última fase das consultas está em andamento desde 1o de maio. O resultado final deverá, em princípio, ser anunciado no dia 8 de maio.Leia aqui nota de apoio da Comunidade dos Países de Língua Portuguesa (CPLP) à candidatura do Embaixador Roberto Azêvedo.
Leia entrevista publicada pela agência BBC Brasil concedida pelo Embaixador Roberto Azevêdo. Cliqueaqui. A página oficial da candidatura do brasileiro pode ser acessada no endereço: www.robertoazevedo.org. Siga a candidatura também no Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AzevedoOMC
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| 29 de abril a 5 de maioBroward Center for the Performing Arts
Abdo New River Room e Einstein Room 201 SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Cinema Paradiso - 503 SE 6TH Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL Criado em 2006, o FOCUS-BRAZIL / Congresso Internacional de Cultura, Mídia e Comunidade Brasileira é um evento inteiramente dedicado à discussões sobre os mais variados temas e aspectos da presença internacional do Brasil e da comunidade brasileira no exterior. O FOCUS-BRAZIL é um evento de participação gratuita, com tradução simultânea Português-Inglês, aberto a profissionais, estudantes e público em geral, que trata de assuntos de interesse brasileiro no exterior. Centenas de congressistas de diversos pontos dos Estados Unidos e do Brasil, bem como representantes de países de forte presença comunitária brasileira no mundo, além de cerca de 100 mídias internacionais brasileiras, participam regularmente do evento. A partir de 2011, o conceito FOCUS-BRAZIL expandiu-se para a Europa (Londres) e Ásia (Tóquio). Produzido pela PMM – Plus Media & Marketing, o FOCUS-BRAZIL é patrocinado pela TAM Airlines, Banco do Brasil / BB Remessa e TV Globo Internacional, e tem apoio do Ministério das Relações Exteriores/Consulado Geral do Brasil em Miami, South Florida Point of Culture / Ministério da Cultura do Brasil, American Organization of Teachers of Portuguese, Centro Cultural Brasil-USA, BACCF-Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida, ABI-Internacional/Brazilian International Press Association, BBG-Brazilian Business Group e Fundação Vamos Falar Português. Para mais informações sobre a 8a edição do FOCUS-BRASIL-EUA e sua programação, clique aqui.
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| Criado em 1997 pelo jornalista e produtor Carlos Borges, o Brazilian International Press Awards tornou-se, com o passar dos anos, uma das mais relevantes celebrações da cultura brasileira no âmbito internacional.Desde sua criação, a iniciativa tem uma missão claramente definida: homenagear as personalidades, instituições e iniciativas comprometidos com a promoção artística, cultural e imagem positiva do Brasil.
Os vencedores recebem o troféu “Newspaper Boy” (Jornaleiro) criado pelos artistas Romero Luis (estatueta) e Arthur Moreira (base). Ao longo dos anos, o prêmio tem reconhecido centenas de personalidades, entidades e iniciativas. Igualmente tem consagrado alguns dos mais importantes nomes da Cultura Brasileira de todos os tempos, agraciados com o “Lifetime Achievement Award” Programação Sexta-feira – 3 de maio 15:00 às 16:00hs:00 Press Conference Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Einstein Room Special Guests: Romero Britto, Claudia Abreu e Carlinhos Brown A partir das 19:00 horas – Cerimônia de premiação: Imprensa Comunitária e Educação Cinema Paradiso – 503 SE 6TH Street – Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Sábado – 4 de maio - Parker Playhouse – 707 NE 8th Street – Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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Estiveram presentes na recepção membros do corpo consular em Miami, representantes do Governo estadunidense, artistas, jornalistas e empresários.
6. Lançado o documentário “Com a Benção de São Jobim” pelo Portal Brasil MaisSupermedia-Globo International @ Nelore Steakhouse-Orlando
The event went on to show the different packages and opportunities in advertisement
This year the Globo International Event had a great feeling ! It seemed refreshed with a different approach. Jo & Yara Cavaignac, the habitual hosts, with their charm and welcoming way to conduct the event, were happy to show us all the Good News that Globo has coming up, not only in their line of shows, but also in the advertisement front, promising a great opportunities. Continue reading
The aroma is unmistakable: Brazilian coffees will awaken Central Mark
From April 24(th) to May 7(th), Central Market, a network of high-end supermarkets in Texas, will be presenting Passaporte Brasil, a multi-faceted celebration of South America’s largest country with a huge variety of dishes, desserts, and beverages. It’s going to be a vibrant and delicious two-week celebration of Brazilian culture with bright colors, fresh fruits, exotic flowers, lively beats, inspired cuisine and notably, coffee from Baggio Coffees and Cambraia Cafes. These festivities will be supported by the partnership between Apex-Brasil, the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency and ABIC, the Brazilian Coffee Roasters Association. Continue reading
Começa amanhã debate LIDE sobre Brasil: preparado para Copa e Olimpíadas?
Começa amanhã debate LIDE sobre Brasil: preparado para Copa e Olimpíadas?
Os dois mega eventos esportivos previstos para 2014 e 2016, pauta de interesse de todo o País, serão debatidos durante o 12º Fórum de Comandatuba
Time to take Action!
Dear Brazilian friends, good afternoon. It was a pleasure to spend time with all of you at the Breakfast and/or Business After Hours of the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce. I encourage you to join me to call Florida House and Senate to pass a sales tax rebate legislation that will help us to build a new soccer stadium and compete to obtain a Major League Soccer franchise. Please, read the letter below.
Obrigado!
Luis M.
Mayor Dyer and the City of Orlando are working hard to secure a Major League Soccer franchise for Florida. Opportunities to add a top tier professional sports franchise to the state are very rare, and cities from across the country are competing with Florida right now for the economic investment and exciting quality-of-life amenity that a professional sports franchise can offer.
Due to the rapid growth in soccer’s popularity, MLS has publically announced expansion of their league with a desire to have a team located in Orlando. MLS’s possible expansion into Florida will depend on the selected cities being able to build soccer-ready stadiums for their expansion team. To help fund a soccer-ready stadium, the City is seeking legislation from the State of Florida that would provide a sales tax rebate for the stadium. This funding is no different than what is currently offered to all other major league sports teams in Florida.
There are only seven days left in the 2013 session in Tallahassee, but legislation to give MLS equal standing with the other professional sports leagues in Florida is currently stalled in the Florida House of Representatives.
If legislation does not get passed this year it is likely MLS will choose to locate their expansion team in Atlanta rather than in Orlando. This means Orlando and the entire State of Florida will lose the opportunity to create new jobs, generate additional international travel, especially from Brazil, and highlight Florida to the millions of international fans that make soccer the most popular sport in the world.
We need YOU, along with your co-workers, friends and family, to help break through the logjam. Below is information on how to contact Speaker Weatherford’s office along with additional background on the impact Major League Soccer would have here in Orlando and across our region and state.
HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP – PLEASE TAKE THIS ACTION NOW OR FIRST THING TOMORROW!
Please call and email House Speaker Will Weatherford and Senate President Don Gaetz’s office using the number and email link below
Speaker Weatherford
850-488-1450
Will.weatherford@myfloridahouse.gov
Senate President Gaetz
850-487-5229
Gaetz.don.web@flsenate.gov
WHY MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER?
In the past decade, Major League Soccer (MLS) has quickly surpassed other professional sports in popularity, boasting higher attendance than both the NBA and NHL – and surprisingly MLS doesn’t have any teams in the Southeast region of the country.
Orlando and Florida are competing for an expansion team with cities like New York, Atlanta, Washington D.C., and Minneapolis.
Flavio Augusto da Silva, a Brazilian businessman, recently acquired the majority ownership interest in Orlando City Soccer and is looking to bring thousands of international soccer fans and their economic impact to Central Florida’s front door. This also positions Orlando to become the U.S. soccer destination for all Latino soccer fans.
The hospitality industry remains the backbone of Central Florida’s economy and international travel is critical to ensuring the economic growth of Central Florida. Take for example, in 2009, when TAM airlines added a direct flight from Saó Paulo, Brazil to Orlando, the Mall at Millenia and the Prime Outlet Malls immediately saw double digit increases in sales.
We have the rare opportunity for a second major league professional sports franchise to call Orlando home and if we don’t seize this opportunity now we could lose it forever.
ABOUT THE LEGISLATION:
The primary bill being discussed is Senate Bill 306, relating to economic development – though other bills in both chambers propose various development incentives for professional sports development in Florida.
The legislation would treat MLS like all other professional sports leagues for purposes of a sales tax rebate to help finance the construction of a soccer-specific stadium in downtown Orlando.
The sales tax rebate comes from new sales tax revenues generated by the new stadium – it does not redirect existing sales tax revenues.
The legislation being proposed adds new accountability measures to the existing rebate program.
This new legislation ensures that the economic activity promised is actually achieved.
Thank you,
Luis M. Martinez-Alicea
Multicultural Affairs Director
City of Orlando
400 S. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32802
Tel. (407) 246-4128
Fax. (407) 246-3434
Get Informed! / ¡Infórmate!
Facebook.com/CityOfOrlando
Facebook.com/CiudadDeOrlando
CityOfOrlando.net
CiudadDeOrlando.net
“To strengthen the commitment of the City of Orlando with its diverse, multicultural community by building strong communication bonds between its residents, businesses and community organizations to accomplish a collective collaboration and enhancement of the citizens’ quality of life.”
“Fortalecer el compromiso con la diversa comunidad multicultural de la Ciudad de Orlando solidificando los lazos estrechos de comunicación entre sus residentes, negocios y organizaciones comunitarias, propiciando la colaboración colectiva y optimización de la calidad de vida de los ciudadanos.”
Florida has a very broad public records law. As a result, any
written communication created or received by the City of
Orlando officials and employees will be made available to the
public and media, upon request, unless otherwise exempt.
Under Florida law, email addresses are public records.
If you do not want your email address released in response
to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to
this office. Instead, contact our office by phone or in writing.
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CFBACC @ Vittorio’s Restaurant April Business After Hours
Business after Hours are events that provide their public with not only networking opportunities, but also a chance to make new friends and business liaisons. CFBACC is just that, a Chamber that offer opportunities of networking but above all the doors to the Best Brazilian Commerce in Orlando. Continue reading
Consulado Geral do Brasil em Miami-Boletim 18 de abril de 2013
Boletim
18 de abril de 2013
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7050 S. Kirkman Rd Orlando, FL 32811 Tels: 407-860-0184 / 407-285-3474 |
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Antes de comparecer ao Consulado Itinerante, verifique na página eletrônica do Consulado-Geral (http://miami.itamaraty.gov.br) se sua documentação, necessária para o serviço pretendido, está completa.
SERVIÇOS DISPONÍVEIS Nas missões itinerantes, são oferecidos pela equipe do Consulado-Geral os seguintes serviços:
Serão também aceitos pedidos dos documentos a seguir, para posterior envio pelo correio, mediante apresentação de envelope “US Express Mail” com selo, número de rastreamento e endereço de retorno:
Também estará disponível o serviço de assistência jurídica, prestado pelo consultor jurídico do Consulado.
PAGAMENTO DE TAXAS O pagamento das taxas consulares somente poderá ser feito com ordem de pagamento comprada em qualquer agência do correio americano (“US Postal Money Order“).
DICAS IMPORTANTES a) Venha já munido de “money order” do Correio USPS para pagamento das taxas consulares;
b) Aceita-se somente “money orders” do Correio USPS, nominal ao Consulado-Geral. Cliqueaqui para ver um exemplo;
c) Venha já munido de envelope do Express Mail pré-selado, no caso de renovação de passaporte, alistamento militar e declaração de residência para mudança para o Brasil;
d) Para renovação de passaporte, é necessária a apresentação do comprovante de quitação das obrigações eleitorais, no caso dos maiores de 18 anos e menores de 70 anos (pode ser o título de eleitor com recibo da última eleição, ou uma certidão de quitação obtida no sítio do Tribunal Superior Eleitoral). Para mais informações, clique aqui; e
e) Para renovação de passaporte, é necessária a apresentação do comprovante de quitação das obrigações eleitorais, no caso dos maiores de 18 anos e menores de 70 anos (pode ser o título de eleitor com recibo da última eleição, ou uma certidão de quitação obtida no sítio do Tribunal Superior Eleitoral). Para mais informações, clique aqui.
OUVIDORIA Sugestões, elogios e reclamações poderão ser encaminhados ao endereço eletrônicocg.miami@itamaraty.gov.br. |
| 2. Candidato brasileiro avança à próxima etapa de seleção na OMC |
| O candidato do Brasil à Direção-Geral da Organização Mundial do Comércio (OMC), Embaixador Roberto Azevêdo, disputará a segunda rodada de consultas do processo de seleção para o cargo. Azevêdo foi um dos cinco candidatos preferidos pelos Países Membros da OMC na primeira rodada, ocorrida entre os dias 2 e 9 de abril.
O resultado foi anunciado nesta sexta-feira, 12 de abril, na sede da OMC, em Genebra. A “troika” responsável pela condução do processo, formada pelos Presidentes do Conselho-Geral (Paquistão), do Órgão de Solução de Controvérsias (Canadá) e do Órgão de Revisão de Políticas Comerciais da OMC (Suécia), realizou o anúncio ao Conselho-Geral da Organização, que reúne os 159 Países Membros.
Os outros candidatos selecionados para a próxima etapa são o sul-coreano Taeho Bark, a indonésia Mari Pangestu, o neozelandês Tim Groser e o mexicano Herminio Blanco.
A seleção do Diretor-Geral é realizada em três etapas. A segunda rodada de consultas deverá começar na próxima semana, quando será solicitada aos Países Membros da OMC a indicação de dois nomes, entre os cinco candidatos ainda na disputa, para a terceira e última rodada. O processo deverá ser concluído em maio, e o vencedor assumirá a Direção-Geral da Organização em setembro.
Representante Permanente do Brasil junto à OMC desde 2008, Roberto Azevêdo acumula mais de vinte anos de experiência em temas econômicos e comerciais e reúne as qualidades técnicas e políticas e a ampla experiência negociadora necessárias para um Diretor-Geral que assumirá suas funções a menos de quatro meses da Conferência Ministerial de Bali. |
| 3. Homenagem à Música Brasileira – documentário ‘Com a Benção de São Jobim’* |
*Informação de responsabilidade do Brasil Mais
| Estreia do vídeo-documentário ‘Com a Benção de São Jobim’ será no dia 29 de abril
Com depoimentos especiais de Antonio Adolfo, Carlos Borges, Rose Max, Ramatis Moraes e Gene de Souza, entre outros, será lançado, no próximo dia 29 de abril, o vídeo-documentário ‘Com a Benção de São Jobim’, uma realização do Brasil Mais com o patrocínio do Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami. O filme, de 21 minutos de duração, retrata os desafios enfrentados por músicos brasileiros nos Estados Unidos, ao mesmo tempo em que examina o legado deixado por ícones que fizeram a nossa cultura ser reconhecida no exterior.
O trabalho produzido por Neusa Martinez (direção e edição) e Carlos Wesley (roteiro e apresentação), com o apoio dos cinegrafistas Fernando Vasconcellos e Marcelo Carlos, terá sua estreia no Cinema Paradiso, em Fort Lauderdale, na mesma sessão do documentário ‘Orgulho de Ser Brasileiro’, de Adalberto Piotto, como parte do Seminário Focus Brasil. Na ocasião, os músicos que participaram das filmagens estarão presentes no evento.
“Nosso objetivo foi mostrar que, apesar da força da Música Brasileira no exterior, os músicos brasileiros só garantem espaço neste disputado mercado com muita perseverança, criatividade, profissionalismo e, é claro, talento”, conta o jornalista Carlos Wesley, que entrevistou artistas de diferentes vertentes e gêneros musicais, como Bossa Nova, Chorinho e Samba, por exemplo.
A cooperação entre o Brasil Mais e o Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami é uma das vertentes da política de promoção no exterior da Cultura Brasileira. Além do vídeo-documentário sobre os músicos, a parceria rendeu ainda dois outros trabalhos: ‘Capoeira, Patrimônio Cultural Brasileiro’ e ‘O Ensino do Português Ganha Força’.
Para mais informações sobre o vídeo-documentário, entre em contato com Carlos Wesley (646-385-0671) ou Neusa (954-832-6494). |
| 4. “Brazz In Brazz Out: in the garden” – apresentação de dança contemporânea* |
*Informação sob responsabilidade da Brazz Dance Theater
| Quinta – 18 de abril – 20h
Miami Beach Botanical Garden 2000 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 Tel. 305-673-7256
Entrada gratuita
A Brazz Dance Theater é uma companhia de dança contemporânea afrobrasileira sob a direção do coreógrafo brasileiro Augusto Soledade. Com a apresentação de dança “Brazz In Brazz Out: in the garden”, o coreógrafo apresentará repertório selecionado de danças da companhia, executado ao ar livre, no Jardim Botânico de Miami Beach. Entre as propostas, surge a interrogação sobre o impacto visual da dança para o público enquanto bailarinos se movem e compõem uma cena com as esculturas do jardim.
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Sugestões, elogios e reclamações poderão ser encaminhados ao endereço eletrônicocg.miami@itamaraty.gov.br.
2014 Brazil Marketing: Learn about crucial Strategies from Advertising and Media Luminaries targeting Latin American Audiences
With the 2014 Soccer World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics taking place in Brazil, Sports Marketing will be crucial for successful marketing targeting Latin American Audiences. That is why “Getting Ready for the Big Game” is the main theme of the 2013 Portada Latin American Advertising and Media Summit (www.portada-online.com/conferences/latamsummit)
The Summit will take place in Miami’s Intercontinental Hotel on June 4 and 5, 2013.
Major client side marketers will provide the latest insights and intelligence. Ben Jankowski, Group Head Global Media, MasterCard, will jointly present with Virginia Pereira, Head of Media Latin America, MasterCard on how MasterCard has activated sports around the world with a special emphasis on the 2014 Soccer World Cup and 2016 Olympics, both to take place in Brazil. Continue reading
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CFBACC @ Santos Restaurant- March Business After Hours
The recipe for a good networking event ! Do you have one? Neither do I But they sure are a lot of fun! And I can’t get enough of it! Networking with CFBACC is a combination of, great food, conversation, fun and that extra connection that you never expected to make. Every single company that was present met someone new, or learned something new, and that is exactly what we want for all our members. If you never came to one of our events, please come, just think like this, you have nothing to loose, but you are sure missing a lot of fun and connections ! Last night we gathered, talked, met new people, saw old friends, and learned a lot, and the most important part of it when you look back, you realize how important it is to interact, shoot the breeze and relax. So do yourself a favor and next time we invite you! Remember, we are here to make sure you have a good time and get connected. Have a great week! The event was at Santos Restaurant 7000 South Kirkman Rd, Orlando Fl 32819, Great food, great service, beautiful place. We thank them for hosting the event ! See you next time
Laiz Rodrigues
Editor
Event Committee/CFBACC
GOL does sales promotion of tickets to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
GOL does sales promotion of tickets to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
GOL, the biggest low-cost and low-fare airline of South America, is launching today a special sales promotion of tickets to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The promotional tickets will be available to be purchased until March 24(th). Continue reading
Terrapinn Presents The Leading Event For Fund And Investors Allocating To Brazil
More than 350 investors and funds from Latin America, the United States and Europe will gather in Sao Paulo on April 17th-18th for the 2013 Brasil Investment Summit presented by Terrapinn. Local and global pensions, funds, asset managers and family offices will gather to discuss asset allocation, alternatives and investment opportunities in Brazil and around the world.
New for the 2013 Brasil Investment Summit:
- The event features a celebrity guest address from Royce Gracie , MMA Fighter, Jiu-Jitsu innovator!
- Free entry: If you are a fund or an investor, join our 1-2-1 partnering program and receive a complimentary pass to the whole conference. Simply e-mail ana.lloyd@terrapinn.com for more information
- More funds and investors than ever before, less service providers
- VIP lunch tables with investors and select funds
Featured speakers include: University of Richmond Endowment, CERN, PAAMCO, Quilvest, Banesprev, Previcoke, General Atlantic, 3i, Gavea, Advent International, Redpoint e.Ventures, Credit Suisse Hedging Griffo, SPX Gestao de Recursos, Aberdeen Asset Management, KPMG and more.
Event Details
April 17th-18th
8 am – 6 pm
Hotel Unique
Sao Paulo, Brazil
To register or learn more visit www.terrapinn.com/bis2013pr
About Terrapinn:
Terrapinn is a business media company. Our products are trade exhibitions, conferences, training solutions and electronic and print publications. More information and a schedule of our events can be found at www.terrapinn.com.
SOURCE Terrapinn Inc.
Visit Orlando gives training Seminar in Brazil.
Visit Orlando held on Monday, March 4th., at The Renassaince hotel in Sao Paulo, a training seminar about destinations in a partnership with the Disney parks, Universal, Sea World and the Dollar rental. Continue reading
The New AboutUS by Hotspotorlando is here ! #16
The New AboutUS by Hotspotorlando! #16
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Cool Tip: How to Use Mobile in the U.S.- Super Dica: Como usar celular nos Estados Unidos
Cool Tip: How to Use Mobile in the U.S.
Anyone who has traveled abroad knows that it is not feasible to use mobile roaming function. Values are absurd, especially if you use the Internet. Continue reading
Specialized Children and Baby Stores Drive Growth in Brazil’s Booming Baby and Children Products Market
The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) reports that around five babies are born per minute in Brazil. Taking into consideration this Brazilian market research, a middle-class family spends approximately US$3,000 for baby clothing alone for the first year of the child’s life.
In Brazil, the market for maternity, babies and children’s products and services is developing rapidly. For this reason, Brazilian manufacturers and suppliers are aware of this opportunity and they want to grasp and take hold of this niche market. They are now increasingly focused on launching specialized stores, offering products and services capitalizing on this market.
The megastore model, where the customer used to find all kinds of baby products in only one place, gave way to specialized companies such as baby furniture stores, baby clothing and accessories. This new shape of business is making the children’s market grow in all regions of the country, offering a distinguished service with a great value added to the product. Continue reading
Alex Piquet & Marcos Brazil spending Valentines Day at Kids in Distress.
The heart sometimes go places that we never imagined we could reach. Even reasoning with our hearts is difficult, and sometimes things come to you, and we can only think that God has really mysterious ways. I met Luiz Piquet when he arrived in Orlando, due to business and somehow we connected. His sons Cristiano and Alex Piquet are connected to many Community affairs in Miami, South Florida, and for this reason I was invited to participate in this event on Valentine’s Day, but I couldn’t make it and I now that got the pictures, my heart breaks , because I could not be a part of something so grand, reason why I decided to write about it.
You will understand as you look at every single picture, the expression, the look in the eye, the happiness and the uncertainty . Kids are strong, resilient, they have a passion, and a hope that is unbreakable, but sometimes life is not so kind, and we have to try for at least one day,to make it better, to make it work, so they can go on with that day in their memory, reminding them, they had a memorable day, with happiness and fun and security, among people who did not harm them.
Kids should be promised a great life from day one, and I am glad people who can, stopped everything they had to do to give their children at Kids in Distress, a great day, regardless.
Marcos Brazil and Attorney Alex Piquet, along with a master crew and family members and teachers, provided a great event, The First Valentine’s Day Barbecue at Kids in Distress.
Check the pictures they are worth a million words.
American Airlines Applies For Additional Service To Brazil
American Airlines Applies For Additional Service To Brazil
American to Expand New Service to Brazil by Adding New Routes from Los Angeles and Chicago Hubs
American Airlines today filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation for the right to fly additional United States – Brazil frequencies beginning in 2013 and 2014. American will use these frequencies to add one new daily round trip service from its Los Angeles and Chicago hubs to Sao Paulo, expanding the airline’s Latin American network footprint to provide even greater choices to its customers. Continue reading
VALENTINE’S MAKEOVER: TRY “HIGH-OCTANE” DATE NIGHT FULL OF FUN, FOOD AND FRIVOLITY
– Fogo de Chão, dining for the adventurous dating experience –
Candlelight and roses are predictably pleasant ways to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day, but studies show more adventurous activities that get the heart pumping faster actually bring couples closer together. In fact, in the September 2012 issue of WomensHealth magazine, psychoanalyst and author Paul Joannides insists, “fun is the best aphrodisiac.”
That’s why Orlando‘s own high-energy dining experience — Southern Brazilian Steakhouse Fogo de Chão – has some unique date-night ideas to feed couples’ needs for adventure. Continue reading
Jornalista Brasileiro e’ indicado ao Air Europa Latin UK Awards
TAKE A BITE OUT OF MEAT WEEK AT FOGO DE CHÃO
TAKE A BITE OUT OF MEAT WEEK AT FOGO DE CHÃO
Meat lovers across the country are indulging in the rich and succulent flavors of meat this week in celebration of Meat Week – January 27 through February 3, 2013. That’s right, Meat Week – a tradition started in 2005 by two Tallahassee co-workers. It’s now a popular “holiday” celebrated across the country. For Central Florida residents, there’s no better place to cut into Meat Week than at the Southern Brazilian Steakhouse, Fogo de Chão. Guests can enjoy a full spread of savory meats grilled over an open fire by real Gaucho Chefs, which are then served and carved table side. And best of all you’ll experience what the Gaucho’s call, espeto corridor, meaning continuous service. It’s the perfect place this Meat Week to experience a delectable meal that certainly will leave your taste buds full of flavorful meats.
For more information and to book a reservation this Meat Week visit, www.fogodechao.com/reservations.
About Fogo de Chão. Fogo de Chão is known as the premiere Brazilian steakhouse. The restaurant was founded in 1979 in Southern Brazil, and expanded into the United States in 1997. The Orlando restaurant is located at 8282 International Drive and is the 18th location in the United States. More information at www.fogodechao.com
TheRealBrazil.com Helps Travelers Find the Best Places to Stay for the 2013 Rio Carnival
Rio de Janeiro has to be one of the world’s most glamorous locations. That picture-postcard image of lush green hillsides, blue tropical skies and golden beaches has ensured that millions of tourists flock to Brazil every year to enjoy sipping a caipirinha on the iconic Copacabana beach. The city’s popularity means that Rio is busy all year round, but there’s one time of year when booking in advance is more than just a recommendation, and that is the famous Rio Carnival. With just over two weeks to go, hotels for the 2013 Carnival are already at close to 99% occupancy, so if you haven’t booked your accommodation yet, you’d better get on the case!
There are two factors conspiring to make it difficult to be sure of getting a good hotel room during Carnival. The first is quite simple and it’s that the Rio Carnival is the biggest party on earth! Quite apart from all the Brazilians flocking to Rio, you also have literally hundreds of thousands of overseas visitors travelling to Brazil to enjoy everything from the glamorous parades in the Sambadrome to the impromptu street parties that many say are the real spirit of Carnival.
The second thing which makes hotel availability for Carnival so tricky is that although Rio is a big city, everyone wants to be in just a handful of areas. The natural geography of Rio means that areas are spread out and separated by lakes, hills and the ocean itself, and very few places tick all the boxes for a carnival visitor. As Dan Clarke from Real Brazil (www.therealbrazil.com) explains: “More than any other city in Brazil, Rio is all about location, and that’s especially true at Carnival. Being in the right area can make all the difference between having a perfect Carnival experience, and just getting frustrated.”
Firstly, getting taxis during carnival can be difficult and so to get to and from the Sambadrome you really want to be near a Metro station. The Metro in Rio is great, where it runs, but it’s not hugely extensive so that can exclude some areas which otherwise are quite appealing. You also want to be somewhere that’s going to be safe and have a good choice of restaurants and shops. Finally, after a hard night’s partying, you’re going to want some relaxation space and in Rio that means you want to be near the beach.
Put it all together and there are really only two areas that make sense. As Dan says: “Although at other times of year we might suggest a couple of other places, for Carnival we really only recommend Ipanema and Copacabana, where you’re on the Metro, you’ve got the beach and you’ve got all the other facilities you might need.” Unfortunately, the same elimination process means that everyone else has figured the same thing out, so if you want to be in the right place, you’d better get your hotel booked quickly!
SOURCE Real Brazil
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A growing number of Brazilians traveling abroad in search of concerts and performances
A growing number of Brazilians traveling abroad in search of concerts and performances
According to data from Ticketbis.com.br platform to buy and sell tickets, international events represent 25% of its revenues in Brazil.
According to the study on Ticketbis.com.br sales throughout the year 2012, and published last week, a lot of attention was given to the fact that: 25% of all tickets transacted on the platform this year were for events abroad. Continue reading
Operation Smile and relaunching brand campaign “contains 1g” ( line of lipsticks with new colors for summer 2013
Operation Smile (Operação Sorriso) relaunching brand campaign (” Contains 1 gram”-contém1g) line of lipsticks with new colors for summer 2013
With much success in 2012, the line of lipsticks that carries the signature of Ong ( Non Governmental Organization – known worldwide for treating children with cleft lip and palate )- is back on the market with news. Proceeds will go to fund reconstructive surgeries performed Nationwide
The Operation Smile created by contém1g re-edited the partnership and relaunched the line of lipsticks that will donate part of their income to pay for surgeries on children with cleft lip and palate throughout Brazil. Sold in all stores and on the website of contém1g, lipsticks cost R $ 43.00 (twenty-six dollars approx.) and have three new shades: Orange Hope, Red Nude Tenderness and Vibration. Continue reading
Paulo Gualano at the Fountainebleau Hotel Miami Beach
Paulo Gualano and his Mulatas one more time is the top choice for the biggest Companies in Florida to help celebrate in the best Brazilian way possible. This time was ADISTEC one of the biggest electronics distributor in the US. As usual Gualano delivers the best show on Earth Continue reading
GRUPO COI First In South America to Order a TrueBeam™ System for Treating Cancer with Advanced Image-Guided Radiotherapy and Radiosurgery
An advanced radiotherapy treatment system, fully equipped for treating cancer with advanced, image-guided radiotherapy and radiosurgery, has been ordered by Clínicas Oncológicas Integradas (GRUPO COI) for installation at the group’s Botafogo site in Rio de Janeiro . The TrueBeam™ system, which was designed to treat tumors with great accuracy and speed, is the first to be ordered by a treatment center in South America, and is slated to be installed by the end of 2013 pending final approvals by the relevant regulatory agencies in Brazil. Continue reading
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Paulo Gualano@ Boteco Miami
Paulo Gualano celebrated with his Samba Team at Boteco Miami, with Feijoada and Churrasco and lots of friends! Feel the vibe !
Domingo, dia 09/12 foi um dia especial para Paulo Gualano e toda a sua equipe de samba. Gualano ofereceu no Boteco Miami um belo churrasco, galeto assado, feijoada, salada bar e muita cerveja numa bela confraternizacao junto as suas joias raras: mulatas e percussionistas Continue reading
CFBACC – End of the year Celebration 2012
The year is almost over, and it is time to celebrate all the good things that happened! For us at CFBACC it was a challenging year, but the support and inspiration of all the friends we gathered along this time was overwhelming, and it proves that help sometimes comes from the most unexpected sources. Continue reading
Lojas Renner audacious Marketing action results in giant Brazilian fan letter to Madonna
Lojas Renner audacious Marketing action results in giant Brazilian fan letter to Madonna
The promotion was made in Ipanema, the most famous Brazilian beach. Next step is preparing the big surprise as a “grandfinale” for the last concert in Brazil which will happen in Porto Alegre, this weekend Continue reading
Rio de Janeiro Inaugurates the World’s Tallest Floating Christmas Tree
The 17th Bradesco Seguros Christmas Tree, the world’s tallest floating Christmas tree, according to the Guinness Book of Records, was inaugurated Saturday night, December 1st, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with a free major event that included world-renowned Brazilian singers Simone and Emilio Santiago. Continue reading
Cafe Mineiro Celebrates Second Anniversary!
Time flies when you are having fun! Cafe Mineiro one of the most popular Brazilian Restaurants in Orlando, has just completed 2 years of great service and excellent food to all the Brazilians and visitors in Orlando. Continue reading
Feijoada da Globo International-Superstation Media
The End of the Season for the Brazilian Community in Florida is officially open ! One more tine the Best and the Winners in South Florida were recognized by Superstation Media- Globo International Oficial Representatives in Miami, Joaquim & Yara Cavaignac. A Tradition that repeats itself every year, now for 12 Years at the Intercontinental Hotel-Miami, reserved a few surprises. Continue reading
Carnaval Sparkling Debuts Brazilian Brut
Brazilian Wine Category Continues to Heat Up In the U.S.
Carnaval, the leading name in the emerging Brazilian wine category in the U.S., proudly announces the addition of Carnaval Brut to its growing line. After the successful summer release of their red and white Moscatos, Island Club Brands continues to bring a taste of Brazil to the United States with the introduction of Carnaval Brazilian Brut. Continue reading
ULTIMO ENSAIO DA UNIDOS NO BOTECO ANTES DA FEIJOADA DA TV GLOBO, FOI SUCESSO!
Brazilian Dining Sensation Will Open Its First East Coast Store In Newport News
Brazilian Dining Sensation Will Open Its First East Coast Store In Newport News
Tucanos Brazilian Grill Expected To Hire 225 And Pump $3 Million Into The Community
When Tucanos Brazilian Grill opens its doors on December 21(st) in City Center at Oyster Point, it will mark the debut of the company’s vibrant Brazilian dining experience on the east coast and its sixth restaurant, nationally. Continue reading
DinoDirect Expands Reach into Brazil
DinoDirect.com (“the Company”), a world-leading, cross-border online store with millions of active customers from more than 200 countries, today announced a cooperation agreement with one of Brazil’s top online retailers, Encomenda Global. DinoDirect is committed to becoming the best reliable marketplace on the net by offering high quality products with the widest selections, reasonable price, worldwide free shipping and superior 7×24 customer service, and this cooperation will allow Brazilian customers even easier access to the wide array of products available through DinoDirect. Continue reading
The New AboutUS #12 is Here
The New AboutUS is Here ! There is lots for you to see! Business in Orlando, The New ride Transformers, Lots of tips on Christmas Shopping, Music and much more!
ORLANDO MAYOR BUDDY DYER CELEBRATES THE DEVELOPMENT OF KIRKMAN POINT PROJECT Mission Trip Results in Significant Investment in Orlando
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined Megastron Development, LLC, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Kirkman Point project’s first phase on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. This is a significant project for the Orlando community because it is the first time the Brazilian-led Megastron Development has invested in the City of Orlando. Continue reading
When You Wish Starts Operations In Brazil
American website for funding creative, business, and social projects launches in Brazil.
When You Wish is a leading Internet “crowdfunding” startup that combines payment processing and publishing tools so everyone can easily raise money online for their ideas or causes. “There are 200 million people in Brazil including a fast growing middle class. I’ve spent a good deal of my life in Brazil, and I can tell you the dream of starting up a business or funding a creative pursuit is just as potent there as it is here in the U.S.”, says Dave Harvilicz, co-founder and CEO of When You Wish. That notion has been validated by the recent flood of Brazilian media attention garnered by the site in such high-profile publications as G1, Exame.com, Isto é Dinheiro and Jornal O Globo.
Crowdfunding is revolutionizing fundraising in America by successfully funding everything from Sundance film festival movies to the production of must-have smartphone accessories. When You Wish has championed a concept it has coined “Indie Capitalism.” Both When You Wish and the people who use the site to raise money are betting on duplicating that success in Brazil. For example, Diego Porqueras raised over $160,000 in his American crowdfunding campaign for his open-source desktop 3D printer called Bukobot. While there are several desktop 3D printers available in the U.S., when it launches on When You Wish Brasil, Bukobot will be the first desktop 3D printer to be available to Brazilians.
According to Gartner, the crowdfunding industry is expected to raise over $6.2 billion in 2013. When You Wish hopes to become the leading solution for crowdfunding in Brazil, by offering unique features not found on any other crowdfunding website. They’ve hired Rafael Chaves as Brazil country manager. “It’s an amazing platform. Not only can you donate cash to a project you can also contribute goods or services. It’s a game changer for artists, entrepreneurs, social activists, or anyone else that does fundraising,” adds Chaves.
About When You Wish
Based in Venice Beach, California, and founded in February 2011, http://www.whenyouwish.com is one of the oldest and fastest-growing crowdfunding websites online today. The company is exploring future expansion to other countries including Spanish-speaking Latin America, Russia, India, and China. Its board of advisors is comprised of leaders in their respective fields and includes: John Mackey (Whole Foods), Zelda Marzec (Los Angeles-based investment advisor), Charlie Annenberg (Annenberg Foundation), Drew Nicholson (Intel Corporation), and Carl Esposti (CrowdSourcing.org).
SOURCE When You Wish
SPORTS AUTHORITY IS BECOMING THE SOUTH AMERICAN AUTHORITY
SPORTS AUTHORITY IS BECOMING THE SOUTH AMERICAN AUTHORITY
July is the high season for tour groups to come to Orlando from South America and experience all that Orlando has to offer. They always travel to Disney, Universal, and all of the other theme parks.They go to shows, restaurants, etc…And, of course, they go to see Sean Slack, the Director of International Sales at the Sports Authority. Thanks to Sean, Sports Authority is becoming a household name in Brazil as well as all over South America. He invited us to come by and see the newly re- modeled store (881 Sandlake Road Orlando, Fl) and get a firsthand look at what the high season means. Continue reading
The Three Bs of Luxury – from the Canadian point of view
Experience extravagance with travel to these hot destinations
We all deserve a treat every now and then, but we’re not talking cookies and milk. Sometimes, we need to get away and a cottage retreat just doesn’t always cut it – especially now that it’s getting cold. Using its latest Hotel Price Index(TM) (HPI(TM)), the experts at Hotels.com have uncovered the most extravagant destinations. Continue reading
America doing business with Brazil
Brazil’s Largest Private Asset Clearinghouse to Partner with FNC
Mortgage tech company FNC will help provide infrastructure for Brazil’s housing market
Cetip, Latin America’s largest depository of fixed income securities, has selected mortgage technology leader FNC, Inc. to deliver a comprehensive collateral management solution for the Brazilian mortgage industry. Continue reading
TAM Inaugural Flight Rio – Orlando Non Stop
Attention Passengers with destination to Orlando Florida ! TAM is now flying RIO-ORLANDO ! Non Stop ! Sensational!
Orlando is one of Brazilians favorite destination every year, bringing thousands of eager buyers and also families that want to visit all the Major Theme Parks. Orlando is now a lot closer from being the target of more visitors since TAM makes it so easy to Rio passengers . Continue reading
Rede Brasileiros na Flórida-BOLETIM – 17 de Outubro de 2012
BOLETIM=17 de Outubro de 2012
Índice:
1. Diplomas brasileiros de ensino fundamental e de ensino médio – aplicação de exame no exterior
2. Consulado Itinerante em Orlando – 20 e 21 de outubro
1. Diplomas de ensino fundamental e de ensino médio – aplicação de exame no exterior
O Instituto Nacional de Estudos e Pesquisas Educacionais Anísio Teixeira (INEP) tenciona aplicar o Exame Nacional para Certificação de Competências de Jovens e Adultos (ENCCEJA) na cidade de Boston, entre março e maio de 2013.
O Exame é uma avaliação voluntária e gratuita oferecida às pessoas que não tiveram a oportunidade de concluir os estudos em idade apropriada para aferir competências, habilidades e saberes adquiridos tanto no processo escolar quanto no extra-escolar. Candidatos aprovados no exame recebem certificado de ensino fundamental ou de ensino médio. Trata-se da primeira edição do ENCCEJA nos Estados Unidos.
A fim de habilitar o INEP a preparar-se dos pontos de vista logístico e orçamentário para aplicação da prova, encontra-se publicada, na página eletrônica <http://bostonsupletivo2013.eventbrite.com>, seção pela qual o interessado poderá indicar o desejo de prestar o exame. Não se trata, neste primeiro momento, de inscrição no ENCCEJA, mas de registro para contribuir com o levantamento do número de interessados.
Mais informações sobre o ENCCEJA podem ser obtidas no endereço eletrônico <http://encceja.inep.gov.br/encceja>.
2. Consulado Itinerante em Orlando
O Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami informa que realizará missão itinerante em Orlando, nos dias 20 e 21 de outubro.
Local: Igreja Apostólica Fonte da Vida
7901 Kingspointe Pkwy, suites 5 & 6
Orlando, FL 32819
Tel. 407-567-8010
Horário de atendimento: sábado – 9 às 17h; domingo – 9 às 15h
Também estará disponível o serviço de assistência jurídica, prestado pelo consultor jurídico do Consulado-Geral, Dr. Joel Stewart.
DOCUMENTAÇÃO
Antes de comparecer ao Consulado Itinerante, verifique na página eletrônica do Consulado-Geral (http://miami.itamaraty.gov.br) se sua documentação, necessária para o serviço pretendido, está completa.
SERVIÇOS DISPONÍVEIS
Nas missões itinerantes, são oferecidos pela equipe do Consulado-Geral os seguintes serviços:
- registro de nascimento
- registro de casamento
- legalização de documentos
- procuração
- inscrição no Cadastro de Pessoa Física (CPF)
- atestados (exceto atestado de residência para efeito de mudança para o Brasil)
Serão também aceitos pedidos dos documentos a seguir, para posterior envio pelo correio, mediante apresentação de envelope “US Express Mail” com selo, número de rastreamento e endereço de retorno:
- Atestado de Residência para efeito de mudança para o Brasil – prazo: 10 dias úteis
- Passaporte – prazo: 30 dias
- Documento militar – prazo: 30 dias
PAGAMENTO DE TAXAS
O pagamento das taxas consulares somente poderá ser feito com ordem de pagamento comprada em qualquer agência do correio americano (“US Postal Money Order“).
ALERTA
Cópias de documentos emitidos por autoridades públicas brasileiras ou norte-americanas não precisam ser notarizadas, desde que o original também seja apresentado ao agente consular.
OUVIDORIA
Sugestões, elogios e reclamações poderão ser encaminhados ao endereço eletrônico cg.miami@itamaraty.gov.br
