Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Alexandra P. Davis
Department: County Commission
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPROVE international travel on behalf of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners to South Africa from November 29, 2025, to December 6, 2025, to participate in SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission for the purpose of promoting business and trade opportunities for Broward businesses. (Commissioner Davis)
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Why Action is Necessary
Prior Board approval is required for the referenced travel.
What Action Accomplishes
Approves travel to participate in SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission in South Africa.
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Summary Explanation/Background
This item supports the Board's Value of "Ensuring economic opportunities and a sustainable economy with an emphasis on Broward's lower and middle class."
Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis seeks approval to travel from November 29, 2025, to December 6, 2025, on behalf of the Board to participate in a trade mission and business development trip to South Africa. This mission is part of SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission ("Mission") initiative.
Broward County ("County") enjoys unique advantages that position it as a global hub for both domestic and international trade opportunities. Participation in the Mission will support ongoing efforts to strengthen the local business economy, sustain low unemployment, and expand international trade opportunities.
The Mission will also facilitate the development of relationships with South African government officials, local chambers of commerce, industry associations, and private sector partners. It will serve as a platform to promote Florida-made products and services in one of Africa's fastest-growing economies.
Commissioner Davis serves as the Board's representative to the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE)...
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