Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis released details from Florida’s recent trade mission and ceremonial Cabinet meeting in Israel. CFO Patronis attended meetings and events intended to bolster collaboration with Israeli business leaders and officials.
CFO Jimmy Patronis said, “This trade mission deepened the strong bond between Florida and Israel. We engaged in meetings on vital subject areas including business, environment, school safety and technology. The relationships built, and insight shared during this past week have created enduring, dynamic partnerships with our steadfast ally in the Middle East.
“I thank the people of Israel for their hospitality and Governor DeSantis for his leadership in spearheading this successful mission. This trade mission will further support our collective goal to build a better, stronger Florida.”
Israel Trade Mission Highlights
Presentation of Florida’s Israel Resolution
CFO Patronis presented U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman with an official copy of Florida’s historic resolution proclaiming Jerusalem as the eternal and undivided capital of Israel.
Attended the 2019 Israel-America Business Summit
The Summit was hosted by the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce and the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. During the Summit, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Israel-America Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Meeting Holocaust Restitution Experts
Discussions surrounding ways to improve assistance provided to Florida Holocaust survivors seeking to recover proceeds from Florida’s Holocaust Victims Assistance Program.
Meeting with Industry Leaders
INSIGHTEC – A leading technological medical device company. INSIGHTEC is a global team united by a common vision to transform healthcare by making MR-guided focused ultrasound a standard of care.
Attenti – A leading security solutions company, Attenti provides innovative solutions for law enforcement and corrections agencies. Since 1994, Attenti has assisted government agencies and correctional service providers worldwide.
B.G. Tech – An innovative service and maintenance company for micro-electronics.
Participated in a School Safety and Security Roundtable
Participants included the CFO, Governor Ron DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz, Senator Wilton Simpson, Representative Chris Sprowls, Representative Randy Fine, Senator Lauren Book, Representative Joseph Geller and Enterprise Florida, Inc. President and CEO Jamal Sowell.
Visited the Old City of Jerusalem
CFO Patronis joined Governor DeSantis for meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Visited the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
CFO Patronis joined Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida delegation at the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Jerusalem.
Visited the World Holocaust Remembrance Center
CFO Patronis joined Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida delegation on a visit to Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center, Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.
Visited the West Bank for Meeting with Israeli Officials
CFO Patronis joined Governor Ron DeSantis in crossing the “green line” into Judea and Samaria, also known as the West Bank. The CFO and Governor visited Hub Etzion Industrial Park for a roundtable discussion with Israeli officials on the BDS movement.
About CFO Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and Twitter (@FLDFS).
