About CLEDA

Building economic bridges across the Caribbean and Latin America

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.

Who We Are

CLEDA 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.

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—from 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 complementary business units, each strengthening the others

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

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
  • Procurement tracking
  • Regulatory monitoring

Prime Advisory

Strategic consulting and market entry support for scaling in Latin America.

  • Market entry strategy
  • Government relations
  • Partnership development

Our Impact

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—connecting 500,000+ businesses, facilitating $10B+ annually in transactions, and serving as the region's leading source for business intelligence.

Join the CLEDA Ecosystem

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.

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