The Chamber
Our history
A private, international, non-profit organization founded in the State of Israel on November 27, 2019, to bring Israel and the Ibero-American countries closer together through business, technological and multisector cooperation.
Origins
An initiative of Israeli and Ibero-American institutions
The Multilateral Chamber of Commerce and Cooperation Israel-Ibero-America (now the Israel Ibero-America Chamber of Commerce) was founded by a group of Israeli and Ibero-American cultural and commercial institutions seeking to promote relations between Israel and Ibero-America.
The Spanish association ADHIE (Association for Humanitarian, Intercultural and Economic Development), the Jewish Community CASEI (the Chamber's legal representative in Israel) and OSPCR (Costa Rica Support and Promotion Office) are the main founders of this Chamber.
Together, they have decided to join forces within the same working framework to make their activities larger and more efficient, with a greater impact on their objectives.
Our mission
- To develop low-cost, easily accessible technical and sales tools and infrastructure that help our members reach new markets or gain access to new verified suppliers, thereby improving their competitiveness, efficiency and profitability.
- To provide services that help business owners and entrepreneurs manage their companies and projects more efficiently and economically.
- To foster multilateral cooperation projects and programs focused on achieving a positive impact on society under the principles of “corporate responsibility,” thereby supporting the progress of Israeli – Ibero-American society in various areas.
- To develop multicultural projects that promote and celebrate good values and Israeli – Ibero-American culture.
Our vision
- To play an important role in promoting multilateral relations at all levels in Israel and among the Ibero-American countries.
- To become a high-quality channel and database that gives our members access to new business opportunities with Israel and the Ibero-American countries where we have offices.
- To promote intercultural relations between Israel and the Ibero-American countries.
Timeline
Chamber milestones
2019
Founding in Israel
On November 27, the Chamber is founded in the State of Israel. The first Ibero-American delegation visits the Knesset, the Hebrew University, Yad Vashem and the Gordon Institute.
2020
Registration in Florida and first agreements
Registration in the State of Florida (USA). Visit to the United Nations, mission of Andorra's Minister of Economy to Costa Rica, agreement with the National Technical University (UTN) and alliance with FIJE.
2021
Cultural diplomacy during the pandemic
Virtual concert for the 73rd anniversary of Israel's independence, with the Costa Rican ensemble Éditus, broadcast throughout Ibero-America.
2022
Rescue in Ukraine and 4th Concert for Peace
Rescue operation for Ibero-American and Ukrainian citizens, together with the Embassy of Mexico and the Jewish community of Romania. 4th Concert for Peace in Jerusalem with Manuel Obregón.
2023
Agreements with public bodies
Agreements with SE-CECC/SICA (8 countries), DINADECO and Costa Rica's Ombudsman's Office. Mission to El Salvador, 50th General Assembly of AICO in Lima, meeting with the IDB and a humanitarian flight from Tel Aviv after October 7.
2024
Strategic cooperation in Central America
Collaboration in the CECC-SICA Strategic Planning Workshop and the webinar “Business Outlook in Times of Change.”
Today
A new chapter: Israel Ibero-America Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber adopts its new name, launches ccilib.org and introduces the CILIB Academy and the Israel – Ibero-America country profiles.
The Chamber in action
Institutional presence in Israel and Ibero-America
Government
Board of Directors
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Marcela Golda
President
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Jordi Xuclà i Costa
Vice President
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David Obando Abraham
Executive Director
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Eng. Octavio Martínez
Director of the Sales Department
International agreements
Ratified agreements
Presence
Where we are
Virtual office in Miami, Florida, USA. Online service from any country.