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Our new website is launched in 3 languages : English, Hebrew and Portuguese. The site will serve as a major tool for those who are looking for business opportunities in Brazil or in Israel. In this web site you will find everything you need to know about who we are and what we do as well as useful business information about Brazil.
In addition, we will be sending periodical newsletters to our mailing list in which we will keep you informed with the latest news about Brazil-Israel business opportunities. The same is also an excellent manner to be more involved and updated about the latest news of our Chamber and its activities.
At the Israel – Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry, we strive to support and assist each member on their business between Israel-Brazil.
For those of you who haven’t yet joined us we welcome you to be part of our Chamber. We look forward to start working with you!
Best Wishes,
Dr. Shmuel Yerushalmi –Chairman Shlomo Lempert –Executive Director
Activities – 2012
Seminar “Brazil– News, Tips and Real experiences in a promising business environment”
On 15.3.12 our Chamber conducted a very successful seminar with over 100 participants from leading Israeli companies.. The purpose of the seminar was to provide Israeli business community information , tips and share best practices on doing business in Brazil . The Seminar took place at the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce, in Tel Aviv.
After a networking session the seminar started with the following greetings:
Mr. Rubin Schlussel – Member of the Presidium , Chairman of the Food Sector and the International Committee of the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce, Mr. Rafi Harpaz – Head of Economic 1 Department America & Africa –Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Brazilian Ambassador in Israeli H.E Maria Elisa Berenguer.
The Seminar included a macro overview of Brazil by our Chairman Dr Shmuel Yerushalmi . Foolowing that our guest from Brazil, Adv. Benny Spiewak from ZCBS Advogados presented his experience of representing leading Israeli companies operating in Brazil. Mr Spiewak provided interesting and crucial insights on the various stages of entering the Brazilian market , business activity in Brazil, facts, laws , important issues to know and take into account when operating in the Brazilian business environment .
Further in the evening leading companies shared with the audience their business experi-ences in Brazil: ECI , GONET SYSTEMS, and POMEG-TECH. In addition Adv. Amit Acco from Kan-tor & Acco –Global relocation law firm introduced visa issues and other important immigration aspects for working and operating in Brazil.
The last session of the seminar consisted of a panel and Q & A session where participants shared their business experience in Brazil.
GUEST SPEAKER ADV. BENNY SPIEWAK –ZCBS ADVOGADOS and over 100 participants
Israel Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Agro-Mashov –Tel aviv – February 2012
Our chamber participated in the Agro-Mashov exhibition and met various business entities who have expressed interest in strengthening their business relations between Israel and Brazil
Israeli Minister of Agriculture and Parliament member Orit Noked and Chairman Dr Shmuel Yerushalmi
Portuguese Course – February 2012
Portuguese entry-level course was launched and participants are already passing an exciting experience of meeting with the Portuguese language, with brings a rich true Brazilian aroma.
For details and registration, the following courses at beginner and advanced levels, please contact 03-5142819/845/831 or cohen@export.gov.il . Discount to members of Israel-Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Our Chamber is preparing great activities including hosting delegations and other events during the second quarter of 2012. Much activity is expected to occur in the coming months … We invite you to join us and get involved and enjoy these activities.
Greetings to new members who joined the Israel-Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry – April 2012
- ZCBS Advogados – VIP- Golden Member- Leading Law firm located in Brazil
- ISDS –VIP – Silver Member
- www.isds.co.il/about_us-esp.htm
- TAM AIRLINES – General Sales Agent for Israel: Maman Aviation
- www.tamairlines.com , www.mamanaviation.co.il
- http://mamanaviation.co.il/Index.asp?ArticleID=1007&CategoryID=210&Page=1
- AUDIT- CORPORATE GOVERNANCE SERVICES – www.audit-fa.co.il
- PLASAN www.plasansasa.com
Read more details about our new members:
http://www.israel-brazil.org/en/?page_id=590
Read more details about our new VIP members:
http://www.israel-brazil.org/en/?page_id=524
Latest Chamber Activities:
December 2011
Mr Jayme Blay – President of the Brazil Israel Chamber of Commerce and Industry was hosted by The Israel Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Tel Aviv. During the meeting Mr Shlomo Lempert –Executive Director of The Israel-Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry presented the “2011 summary activities report” , 2012 PLANS and the suggested areas for further collaborations between the two chambers .
November 2011– BRAZIL ECONOMIC SUPPLEMENT IN HEBREW
The Brazil economic supplement was published to HAARETZ /THE MARKER subscribers .The supplement provided a wide overview on Brazil, its opportunities and potential, our Chamber activities and much more.
November 2011- WATEC FAIR – Hosting and Supporting Brazilian delegations in Israel
Our Chamber provided support to the various delegations from different states in Brazil who visited WATEC trade fair. Our activities included, among others, assistance in meetings with Israeli companies, facilitation and promotion of business meetings and accompanying groups on their visits.
November 2011 – ISRAFOOD FAIR – Participation and collaboration with the Brazilian Embassy
October 2011- Seminar with Clara Ant –Senior Advisor to Former Brazilian President LULA
The Israel – Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry conducted a seminar in which Ms. Clara Ant, Senior Advisor of President Lula during the last 10 years , offered a special lecture : Brazil’s Socio-Economic strategies and plans during President Lula administration and its influence on Brazil’s economic growth. Among the distinguished guests were H.E Maria Elisa Berenguer–Brazilian Ambassador in Israel, Mr Jack Terpins -President, Latin American Jewish Congress and others. Ms. Clara Ant also conducted the last presidential election campaign and is now director of the Institute LULA.
September 2011 – Our Chamber had the honor to host the President of the Jewish Federation of the State of Rio Grande do Sul
