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CLEDA Connect

The Trade Show That Never Ends

Your year-round gateway to Caribbean and Latin American business opportunities. Connect with verified buyers and suppliers, discover new markets, and grow your business through our always-on B2B marketplace that extends far beyond traditional trade shows.

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@php $stats = [ ['number' => '12,000+', 'description' => 'Active Companies'], ['number' => '45+', 'description' => 'Countries & Territories'], ['number' => '$850M+', 'description' => 'Annual Trade Volume'], ['number' => '98%', 'description' => 'Member Satisfaction'] ]; @endphp @foreach($stats as $stat)

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Discover Business Opportunities

Browse thousands of verified suppliers and buyers across key industries

@php $categories = [ [ 'icon' => '🚢', 'title' => 'International Trade', 'description' => 'Import/export opportunities across commodities, manufactured goods, and specialty products.', 'suppliers' => '2,500+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'trade' ], [ 'icon' => '🏖️', 'title' => 'Tourism & Travel', 'description' => 'Hotels, resorts, tour operators, airlines, and travel service providers.', 'suppliers' => '1,800+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'tourism' ], [ 'icon' => '🌱', 'title' => 'Agriculture & Food', 'description' => 'Fresh produce, processed foods, beverages, and agricultural equipment.', 'suppliers' => '3,200+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'agriculture' ], [ 'icon' => '🏗️', 'title' => 'Construction & Infrastructure', 'description' => 'Building materials, construction services, and infrastructure development.', 'suppliers' => '1,200+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'infrastructure' ], [ 'icon' => '💻', 'title' => 'Technology & Services', 'description' => 'Software, fintech, logistics, telecommunications, and business services.', 'suppliers' => '950+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'technology' ], [ 'icon' => '⚡', 'title' => 'Energy & Sustainability', 'description' => 'Renewable energy, green technology, and sustainable development solutions.', 'suppliers' => '650+ suppliers', 'slug' => 'sustainability' ] ]; @endphp @foreach($categories as $category)
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How CLEDA Connect Works

Your path to successful business connections in four simple steps

@php $steps = [ [ 'number' => '1', 'title' => 'Create Your Profile', 'description' => 'Build a comprehensive company profile with your products, services, and business credentials.', 'link' => route('auth.register') ], [ 'number' => '2', 'title' => 'Search & Connect', 'description' => 'Use our advanced search and AI-powered matching to find ideal business partners.', 'link' => route('connect.companies.index') ], [ 'number' => '3', 'title' => 'Communicate Securely', 'description' => 'Exchange RFQs, samples, and negotiate terms through our secure messaging platform.', 'link' => route('connect.inquiries.index') ], [ 'number' => '4', 'title' => 'Trade with Confidence', 'description' => 'Complete transactions safely using integrated SecureTrade payment and escrow services.', 'link' => route('secure-trade.index') ] ]; @endphp @foreach($steps as $step)
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Choose Your Membership Plan

Flexible options designed to grow with your business

@php $plans = [ [ 'name' => 'Basic Listing', 'price' => 'Free', 'note' => 'Perfect for startups', 'featured' => false, 'features' => [ 'Basic company profile', 'List up to 5 products', 'Browse supplier directory', 'Basic messaging', 'Event attendee discounts', 'Community access' ], 'route' => 'auth.register' ], [ 'name' => 'Premium Membership', 'price' => '$299', 'note' => 'Per month', 'featured' => true, 'features' => [ 'Enhanced company profile', 'Unlimited product listings', 'Advanced search filters', 'Priority messaging', 'RFQ broadcast system', 'Trade show lead access', 'Analytics dashboard', 'SecureTrade integration' ], 'route' => 'connect.memberships.index' ], [ 'name' => 'Enterprise Solution', 'price' => '$999', 'note' => 'Per month', 'featured' => false, 'features' => [ 'Multiple user accounts', 'Custom branding options', 'API access', 'Dedicated account manager', 'Custom reporting', 'White-label solutions', 'Priority customer support', 'Advanced integration options' ], 'route' => 'connect.memberships.index' ] ]; @endphp @foreach($plans as $plan)

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Success Stories

Real businesses, real results through CLEDA Connect

@php $stories = [ [ 'quote' => 'Through CLEDA Connect, we found three new distributors for our organic coffee in just two months. The platform\'s quality leads and secure payment system made international expansion seamless.', 'author' => 'Maria Rodriguez', 'title' => 'CEO, Caribbean Coffee Co.', 'country' => 'Costa Rica', 'initial' => 'M' ], [ 'quote' => 'As a hotel buyer, I needed reliable suppliers for our new resort chain. CLEDA Connect helped us connect with verified suppliers across 8 categories, saving months of sourcing time.', 'author' => 'James Thompson', 'title' => 'Procurement Director', 'country' => 'Barbados', 'initial' => 'J' ], [ 'quote' => 'The AI matching system is incredible. It connected us with suppliers we never would have found otherwise, resulting in 40% cost savings on our construction materials.', 'author' => 'Carlos Mendez', 'title' => 'Project Manager', 'country' => 'Panama', 'initial' => 'C' ] ]; @endphp @foreach($stories as $story)
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Ready to Expand Your Business Network?

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