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Former Costa Rican VP Dr. Epsy Campbell Barr to Speak at Florida's Premier Trade Expo in Fort Lauderdale

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Published on September 27, 2025
Former Costa Rican VP Dr. Epsy Campbell Barr to Speak at Florida's Premier Trade Expo in Fort LauderdaleSource: Wikipedia/Crnoticiascr, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 10th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) will take place on October 22, and October 23 at the Greater Fort Lauderdale | Broward County Convention Center. The event will feature former Vice President of Costa Rica, Her Excellency Dr. Epsy Alejandra Campbell Barr, who is scheduled to speak. According to a Broward County news release, FITCE expects to connect more than 2,000 international attendees.

Broward County Mayor Beam Furr (District 6) welcomed Dr. Barr, noting her experience in international relations and policy-making. Dr. Barr has served twice as a congressional representative in Costa Rica and has worked on issues including human rights and environmental policy.

FITCE is billed as Florida’s leading international trade and commerce expo. The 2025 program will focus on topics such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Global Procurement, with sessions including workshops, educational seminars, and panel discussions.

Highlights include the Universal Women’s Leadership Forum, where Dr. Barr will participate, and the Sustainable, Agro, Fashion & Tech Week (SAFT) Fashion Show. Participants may also register in advance for a Port Operations Tour of Foreign-Trade Zone No. 25.

Opportunities are available for businesses and sponsors to exhibit. Updated activities and agenda details are available at FITCExpo.com or by calling 954-357-6400.

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