Contact:     Stuart Doyle
                                              (407) 956-5689
sdoyle@eflorida.com
 

Last call for Cannes boat show registrations, grant support

 
ORLANDO, FL (May 24, 2010) – Enterprise Florida has secured more exhibition space for the Florida pavilion at the upcoming Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show, which will take place September 8-13 at the Port de Cannes in Cannes, France. 

And, grants still are available for eligible companies that want to attend.

The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 26.  Contact:

Julie Balzano
Director for Marine Industry Sector, Enterprise Florida
(305) 808-3660 orjbalzano@eflorida.com

Enterprise Florida awards Target Sector Trade Grants on a reimbursable basis; companies receive the funds after their participation in an Enterprise Florida-sponsored trade event.  The grant aims to help smaller businesses (fewer than 500 employees) expand and diversify their market potential.
 
The Cannes boat show is Europe’s premiere in-water exhibition, featuring more than 500 boats on water and 465 exhibitors from 25 nations.  It offers a preview of the latest models and innovations in recreational boating, a long-time economic driver in various Florida regions.  A draw for prospective buyers and enthusiasts, the event also is a venue for networking with industry leaders and prospective business partners.  Attendees last year totaled more than 63,000.

The Florida pavilion will include several options for space amount, with pricing and amenities based on each.  To meet demand, pavilion space has been added.  Participation is on a first-come/first served basis, so, businesses should register ASAP. 

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Enterprise Florida, Inc. is a partnership between Florida's business and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for the state of Florida.  Headquartered in Orlando, EFI’s mission is to diversify Florida’s economy and create better-paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create businesses in innovative, high-growth industries.  In pursuit of its mission, EFI works closely with a statewide network of economic development partners and is funded both by the State of Florida and by private-sector businesses.

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