MICBR+Ibero-América 2023: Over 2,500 Business Meetings to Link Brazil with 20 Ibero-American Countries
The MICBR+Ibero-América event in Fortaleza convenes hundreds of cultural entrepreneurs and international buyers aiming to foster over 2,500 business meetings and promote the creative economy across Brazil and Ibero-America.
- • MICBR+Ibero-América takes place December 4-6, 2023, in Fortaleza, Ceará.
- • Over 2,500 business meetings expected between Brazilian cultural entrepreneurs and buyers from Brazil and 20 countries.
- • 350+ entrepreneurs from 14 creative economy sectors participating across all Brazilian states.
- • Event includes workshops and panels emphasizing sustainable development and cultural diversity.
- • Supported by the Ministry of Culture and other governmental organizations.
Key details
The MICBR+Ibero-América event is set to take place from December 4 to 6, 2023, at Praça Verde in Fortaleza, Ceará, providing a major platform for cultural entrepreneurs across Brazil to connect with buyers from Brazil and 20 other countries. Organizers expect more than 2,500 business meetings between over 350 selected cultural entrepreneurs representing all Brazilian states and 14 creative economy sectors—ranging from visual arts and design to audiovisual and music.
The heart of the event lies in the "Rodadas de Negócios" (business rounds), enabling efficient, direct negotiations between sellers and buyers in 20-minute sessions focused on showcasing cultural products, services, projects, and potential collaborations. Participants include both seasoned and emerging entrepreneurs, while international buyers come from countries such as Chile, Spain, and the United States.
Beyond business matchmaking, MICBR+Ibero-América offers a rich program of over 100 activities including workshops and panels aimed at strengthening the creative economy's role in sustainable development and cultural diversity. The initiative receives support from Brazil's Ministry of Culture and other governmental entities.
This event highlights the significance of cultural entrepreneurship and offers a strategic opportunity for Brazilian creative talents to expand their reach and forge meaningful international partnerships within Ibero-America.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.