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Themes & Topics
KEYNOTE SPEAKER TOPICS
Governmental Policies, Incentives, Subsidies
& Assistance for International Investments
- Monetary Support
- Technical Assistance
- Tax Policy
- EU & NAFTA Expansion
- Political Climate
- Regulatory Policy
SEMINAR / WORKSHOP TOPICS
1. Financing International Investments
- International Banking
- Loan and Equity Structuring
- Security (e.g., realty, mortgages, oil, gas, gold …)
- Governmental Guarantees (OPIC, etc.)
2. Analyzing & Evaluating Investment Proposals & Partners
- Background Information & Due Diligence
- Appraisals & Expert Analyses
- Accounting & Legal Analyses
3. Negotiating & Drafting an International Investment Contract
- Practical Drafting Considerations
- Key Protective Provisions
- Impact of Treaties (Multi & Bi-lateral)
- Negotiating Techniques from the Experts
4. Structuring Inbound Investments: Choice of Entity
- Corporation? LLC? Joint Venture ? Partnership? Trust?
- Disclosure & Reporting Obligations
- Accounting & Governance Issues
- Security? Stability? Flexibility?
- Practical Forms: Real Estate, Mortgages, Resources & Private Equities
- Practical Structuring of Private Mergers & Acquisitions
5. Structuring Inbound Investments: Tax Considerations
- Optimizing Applicable Taxes
- Withholding Taxes & Treaties
- Penalties, Prosecutions, Remedies
6. Defining, Controlling & Insuring Against Risks
- Political Risk Analyses
- Title Insurance for Real Property & Mortgages
- Insurance against Political Risk, Expropriations, etc.
7. Methods of Dispute Resolution
- Arbitration and Mediation (ICC, AAA, ICDR)
- Foreclosures/Execution of Investment Documents
- Litigation
- Enforcement
8. Immigration Laws for Investors
- North American, European and Russian Perspectives
- Special Investor Visas
9. Notarial Practice
- Latest Expansion of the Latin Notary: U.S. Civil Law Notaries
- Role of Lawyers & Notaries in Secured Transactions
- The Notarial Profession in Europe: West and East
- The Role of the Notary in Russia
- The Role of the Notary in the NAFTA Area
10. Ethical Aspects
- Corruption & New Legislation
- Role of Lawyers & Notaries
- Role of Other Professionals (e.g., Bankers & Accountants)
- Non-profit Organizations
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Program & Schedule
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Leisure and Cultural Activities
Biscayne Bay Boating & Orientation
Date : Saturday, April 23, 2005
Time : From 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location : Biscayne Bay - Sealine Marina - 1635 N. Bayshore Drive - MiamiWe will be organizing a welcome party aboard a private yacht, exploring Biscayne Bay. This will be your opportunity to discover the natural beauty of Biscayne Bay, meet other participants, and receive basic orientation. Enjoy the Miami Magic!
photo courtesy of Holiday of Magic.
(Prior registration required)Date: Sunday, April 24, 2005
Time : From 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Sky Lobby of the Bank of America TowerWe will be hosting an exclusive Reception with the Consular Corps of Miami. We have invited the consular representatives of the various countries involved with the Symposium. This reception will honor our sponsors, keynote speakers and foreign dignitaries with awards around exquisite champagne and hors d’oeuvres.
Date: Sunday, April 24, 2005
Time : From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Sky Lobby of the Bank of America Tower .A selection of international artists representing North America , Europe and Russia will exhibit beautiful art in the Sky Lobby of the Bank of America Tower. You may meet with the artists and explore their works. You may even wish to buy your favorite piece!
Villa Vizcaya Cocktail Reception
and Dinner (By Invitation Only)Date: Monday, April 25, 2005
Time : From 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Villa Vizcaya, 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami.We invite you to register for the magnificent dinner we are organizing at Villa Vizcaya on Monday, April 25, 2005 . This magnificient event will include champagne & cocktails, music, a gourmet feast, outstanding dinner entertainment, including distinguished keynote speaker(s).
Villa Vizcaya is a National Historic Landmark and a museum owned by Miami-Dade County. The magnificent villa was built in the early 20th century by American industrialist James Deering who spent winters there for some time. Villa Vizcaya has over 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, a hardwood hammock (native forest), outstanding art and furnishings inside the villa, and an historic village under restoration.
For more information on Villa Vizcaya, please visit the web site:
http://www.vizcayamuseum.orgTo attend the Villa Vizcaya Cocktail Reception and Dinner, see the registration form (click here to download it).
photo courtesy of Villa Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.
Date : Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Time: from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Sky Lobby of the Bank of America Tower.The Symposium concludes with an outstanding cocktail reception in the beautiful Sky Lobby of the Bank of America Tower. This will be a great opportunity to finalize your networking and meetings before attending the International Art Auction.
Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Time : From 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Sky Lobby of the Bank of America Tower.Charitable Auction: Each of the exhibiting international artists will donate at least one work (at a reserve price) to be auctioned off to the highest bidder. Net proceeds will be donated for the benefit of Best Buddies International!
General Auction: Several international artists will also auction their beautiful artwork to the highest bidder!
