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AXELERA Technologies at FITCE 2024: Showcasing Innovations in Drone Lighting, Agriculture, Firefighting, and the Revolutionary 3D-4X Joystick

This year, AXELERA Technologies proudly presented its latest advancements at FITCE 2024, where our booth featured innovations in drone lighting, agriculture applications, and firefighting technology. Visitors also experienced the cutting-edge 3D-4X Joystick, an omnidirectional control system that allows for single-hand operation with unprecedented precision and ease, elevating standards of efficiency and maneuverability in drone and eVTOL operations. FITCE provided an ideal platform for AXELERA to introduce these solutions, receiving outstanding feedback from industry leaders and generating opportunities for potential partnerships.

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a member of the UCF Incubator Program in Kissimmee, Florida, AXELERA Technologies values the exposure FITCE offers to international markets and cross-industry collaborations. The event’s dynamic environment showcased a unique blend of commerce and culture, aligning with our mission to build strong connections globally.

The FITCE Experience: Commerce Meets Culture

Held in South Florida’s Broward County, the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) gathered over 150 exhibitors spanning industries from health and technology to security and logistics. FITCE celebrated the unique combination of business and multiculturalism that defines the region, with networking opportunities, cultural performances, and insights on expanding into markets across Latin America and the Caribbean. Broward County, a vital commercial gateway, enabled participants to gain valuable strategies for international trade, while cultural exchanges reinforced economic growth and partnerships.

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Insights from FITCE’s Keynote Speakers

Speakers at FITCE 2024 offered strategies for global expansion and emphasized South Florida’s vital role in the economy:

  • Paola Isaac Baraya,  Economic Development Specialist – International at Broward County  highlighted FITCE’s role as a springboard for local businesses aiming to reach international markets.
  • Hazelle P. Rogers, Broward County Commissioner District 9 emphasized Broward County’s logistics benefits, calling it an essential hub for trade with Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Maria Sachs, Palm Beach County Mayor discussed Palm Beach County’s agricultural impact, noting that FITCE is instrumental for the sector’s global outreach.
  • Debbie Wasserman, U.S. Congresswoman (Florida 25 District) pointed out the area’s innovative ecosystem that supports job creation and economic impact, noting FITCE’s role in fostering a healthy business environment.
  • Dean Trantalis, Fort Lauderdale Mayor City described Broward County as a “best-kept secret” that FITCE helps reveal through economic and cultural connections.
  • Amy Radetshy, Directos Economic Policy Western Hemisphere Affair Washington D.C. mentioned FITCE’s influence on shaping policies that facilitate Latin American, Caribbean, and Canadian collaborations, such as the development of Ecuador’s ports.
  • Monica Cepero, Boward County Administrator shared how FITCE allows businesses to connect globally, elevating Broward County’s prominence.
  • Sandy-Michael McDonald, Director Broward Office of Economic and SBD underscored the value of networking at FITCE, enhancing business expansion potential.
  • Phil Dunlap, Director Howard County Cultural Division detailed how the cultural sector generates substantial revenue and jobs, celebrating Broward County’s heritage.
  • Ty Sutton, President and CEO, Broward Center for the Performing Art highlighted diversity’s positive effect on economic growth, while Glenn from port operations showcased Broward’s global trade contributions, generating $12.2 billion annually.
Why FITCE Matters

For companies seeking international expansion, FITCE serves as a gateway for connections with government agencies, business leaders, and partners worldwide. Beyond economic growth, the event is a catalyst for cultural exchange and collaboration. AXELERA Technologies gained valuable connections at FITCE, meeting organizations interested in our drone and joystick solutions.

Outstanding Visitor Feedback on AXELERA’s Innovations

AXELERA Technologies received invaluable feedback on our 3D-4X Joystick and drone technologies:

  • Andres Sanches, CEO of Evemar Capital: “The 3D-4X Joystick opens doors for disabled professionals eager to re-enter the workforce. Its intuitive design is both accessible and effective.”
  • Diego Padula, General Manager of Grand Roatán: “Drone technology is essential for the tourism industry, and we’re interested in acquiring drones for product and service maintenance. It’s first-rate technology.”
  • Gonzalo D. Sanchez, Business Development at Fi Group: “The 3D-4X Joystick is both fascinating and astonishing, offering groundbreaking, versatile control capabilities.”
  • Ernesto Alvarado, Security Consultant: “As a certified drone pilot, I’ve never seen a controller like the 3D-4X Joystick. Its one-handed efficiency makes it innovative and intuitive, promising high demand in the market.”

The enthusiasm shown by FITCE attendees underscores the market’s interest in AXELERA’s solutions. We look forward to pursuing new opportunities and collaborations stemming from our engagement at FITCE, committed to advancing air mobility and control technology in a global, interconnected market.