ABOUT US
REPRESENTING FLORIDA TRADE SINCE 1960
The Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association is the leading trade association for industry professionals in the import and export community.
PUBLIC POLICY ENGAGEMENT
Bridging the Gap
We are committed to fostering communications between the trade community and federal agencies.
This is necessary to expand Florida's trading communities at the local, state, and national level. FCBF seeks to maximize the ability of Florida to effectively compete for international trade resources and to minimize the barriers for its members. Through constant communication with various state and federal agencies we help by participating in the development of international trade policies.
FCBF members represent the various facets of the international trade industry, each being an authority in their specialized field. Our core members consist of licensed Customs Brokers, licensed NVOCC/OTIs, Foreign Freight Forwarders, TSA-Certified Indirect Air Carriers and/or IATA cargo agents.
OUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES
A cross-section of Florida's trade ecosystem
Carriers & Operators
Registered indirect carriers, steamship companies, airlines, trucking firms, railroad firms, stevedores, terminal operators, port associations, and port authorities.
Professional Services
Law firms, CPAs, insurance agencies, realtors, and other service professionals.
Financial Institutions
Banks, trade-finance specialists, and other financial-sector institutions supporting Florida trade.
Government Agencies
Local, state, and federal agency partners across the trade and regulatory landscape.
Affiliate Organizations
Affiliate organizations and aligned industry groups across the broader trade community.
Chambers of Commerce
Local and regional chambers of commerce advancing Florida's economic engagement.
OUR MISSION
A Unified Voice for Trade
We convene industry leaders and agency officials to collaborate and gain from each other's experience.
We advance our industry through public policy advocacy and education. Through actionable training and through leadership, we propel our industry forward to foster both economic growth and increased credibility. Our aim is bold but simple: to reimagine and transform Florida's industry ecosystem and equip aspiring professionals to succeed in it.
OUR HISTORY
A 66 year legacy of advocacy and education
FCBF was founded in 1960 by a handful of brokers & forwarders.
Since then, we have grown into the most influential and active representative body of the Florida freight forwarding and Customs brokerage community. Through our numerous committees of volunteer professionals, we represent our industry on matters that directly affect the trade arena.
