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The Rotary Smart Meeting, held in Seville in November 2016, was presented as an event aimed at fostering business connections, internationalization, and the creation of business opportunities through the Rotary network. IN DIEM Abogados will participate in this major event.
The initiative is in keeping with the spirit of international cooperation, service, and professional relationships promoted by Rotary International.
Rotary Smart Meeting. Seville. November 2016: Schedule
November 15, 2016. Club Antares. Presentation and opening lecture
- 7:00 p.m.: Opening remarks by Mr. Enrique Valenzuela Godoy, President of the RC Sevilla-Macarena.
- Presentation: First Business Meeting of the Rotarians’ Business Network.
- 7:30 p.m.: Opening lecture, “Economy and Consciousness,” presented by Mr. Emilio Carrillo Benito, economist, university professor, writer, former deputy mayor of Seville, and former vice president of the Provincial Council.
November 16, 2016. Cajasol Foundation
10:00 / 11:00. Reception and Opening of the Meeting
- 10:00 a.m.: Registration and pickup of credentials.
- 10:45: Opening remarks by:
- Isidoro Alés Gómez, Governor of District 2203, Rotary International.
- Enrique Valenzuela Godoy, President of the RC Sevilla-Macarena.
- Antonio Pulido Gutiérrez, President of the Cajasol Foundation.
- Francisco Herrero León, President of the Seville Chamber of Commerce.
11:00 / 14:00. Internationalization
- 11:00–11:20: Presentation by ICEX Spain: Exports and Investments, by José Antonio Vázquez Rosso, Director of Trade and ICEX in Andalusia.
- 11:20–11:40: Presentation by Andalucía TRADE, formerly Extenda, by Ms. Vanessa Bernad González, CEO of Extenda at the time.
- 11:40 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Presentation by the Seville Chamber of Commerce, given by Eduardo Flores, Director of International Affairs.
- 12:00–12:20: Presentation titled “Growth and Competitiveness: Keys to the Future,” by Miguel Some Domínguez, CEO of Prodiel.
- 12:20–1:00 p.m.: Roundtable discussion on international expansion, featuring speakers from ICEX, Extenda, the Chamber of Commerce, and Prodiel.
- 1:00–1:30 p.m.: Presentation of the Rotary Smart Meeting project.
14:00 / 16:00. Cocktail reception, lunch, and networking
The program included a cocktail reception , lunch, and networking session, with a planned price of 25 euros, designed to foster connections among business leaders, professionals, institutions, and representatives of the Rotary network.
16:00 / 18:30. Rotary Business Network
- 4:00–4:30 p.m.: Rotary as a Tool for Promoting International Relations, by Eduardo San Martín, Director of Rotary International.
- 4:30–4:45 p.m.: Presentation on the meeting agenda: The Culture of the Rotarians’ Business Network, by Jesús Ortigueira.
- 4:45–5:15 p.m.: International Business Relations. Presentations by companies from Mexico and the United States, both in person and online.
- 5:15–6:30 p.m.: Networking.
Internationalization, Cooperation, and Business Networks
The Rotary Smart Meeting focused on business internationalization, professional cooperation, and the value of trusted networks in opening up business opportunities in different markets.
The presence of organizations such as ICEX, Extenda, the Seville Chamber of Commerce, and business representatives made it possible to address issues related to exports, competitiveness, growth, international relations, and business expansion.
For any company seeking to expand beyond its local market, internationalization requires legal, tax, commercial, and contractual planning.
IN DIEM Law Firm and Advisory Services for International Transactions
At IN DIEM Abogados, we advise companies, professionals, investors, and business groups on matters related to internationalization, international contracting, commercial transactions, business expansion, foreign investment, and cross-border trade.
- International contracts and trade agreements.
- Legal advice on internationalization processes.
- Establishing a business in Spain and abroad.
- Negotiations with partners, suppliers, distributors, or investors.
- Preventing Legal Risks in International Transactions.
If you need advice on business internationalization, international contracts, or business expansion, please contact our team to receive an initial legal assessment tailored to the circumstances of your case.
In-person, online, and urgent service. 24-hour support.
IN DIEM Abogados provides in-person and online legal services from its offices in Madrid, Seville, Málaga, Marbella, Estepona, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Almería and Huelva, providing coverage to customers throughout the country.
The firm has a multidisciplinary team composed of specialized attorneys and professionals with experience in the judicial, tax, and administrative fields, which allows it to approach each matter from a technical, strategic, and practical perspective.
In addition, IN DIEM Abogados offers online assistance and urgent assistance when the nature of the matter requires an immediate response or a quick initial assessment of the case.
For an initial consultation, you can contact IN DIEM Abogados by IN DIEM consultation.
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