CLEDA Events
World-class trade expos and business conventions connecting decision-makers across multiple industries.
- 50+ annual events across 15 countries
- Government procurement workshops
- Investment summits
About CLEDA
Caribbean Latin America Economic Development Association
Our Mission
To accelerate economic development across Latin America and the Caribbean by creating an integrated ecosystem of events, connections, financial services, intelligence, and advisory support that empowers businesses, governments, and investors to achieve their full potential.
What is CLEDA?
CLEDA (Caribbean Latin America Economic Development Association) is the premier gateway connecting Latin America and the Caribbean to global opportunities. We serve over 50,000 businesses, government entities, and investors through our comprehensive ecosystem spanning events, marketplace connections, secure financial transactions, AI-powered market intelligence, and elite advisory services.
What distinguishes CLEDA is our holistic approach. Where traditional associations offer only networking events or basic membership directories, we've built an integrated platform that creates compounding value for our members across 25+ countries.
Core Values
Regional Pride
We believe Latin America and the Caribbean possess untapped potential that rivals any region globally.
Inclusive Growth
Economic development should benefit all stakeholders¡ªfrom micro-enterprises to multinational corporations.
Innovation-First
We leverage cutting-edge technology to solve traditional Latin American business challenges.
Trust & Security
We've eliminated the trust barriers that historically hindered Latin American business.
Data-Driven
We transform market intelligence into actionable strategies, removing guesswork from business expansion.
The CLEDA Ecosystem
Five integrated services, each strengthening the others
CLEDA Connect
Digital marketplace connecting verified buyers and sellers across Latin America.
- 50,000+ verified businesses
- Government procurement tracking
- Sector-specific matchmaking
SecureTrade
Escrow and financial services eliminating payment risks in cross-border transactions.
- Secure escrow services
- Multi-currency support
- Trade financing options
CLEDA.I Insights
AI-powered analytics providing market intelligence across Latin America.
- Market analysis reports
- Procurement tracking
- Regulatory monitoring
Prime Advisory
Strategic consulting and market entry support for scaling in Latin America.
- Market entry strategy
- Government relations
- Partnership development
CLEDA by the Numbers
50,000+
Active Businesses
$500M+
Deals Facilitated
200+
Government Partners
25+
Countries Connected
Vision for 2030
By 2030, CLEDA will be the indispensable platform for anyone doing business in Latin America and the Caribbean¡ªconnecting 500,000+ businesses, facilitating $10B+ annually in transactions, and serving as the region's leading source for business intelligence.
Join the CLEDA Network
Whether you're a business seeking to expand, a government looking to modernize, or an investor exploring Latin American opportunities, CLEDA is your strategic partner.