Expo Brazil highlights the economic strength of Brazilian businesses in Florida

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Expo Brazil wrapped up its sixth edition this weekend at Osceola Heritage Park, bringing together more than 120 businesses, many of them Brazilian‑owned, and drawing an estimated 4,000 visitors from across Central Florida and beyond.

The two‑day event, held April 18–19, highlighted the growing economic footprint of the Brazilian community in the region. Families, entrepreneurs, and community leaders filled the venue for networking, cultural experiences, and business showcases spanning food, services, technology, and real estate.

Organizers say this year’s edition was the most interactive to date. New features included My Little Business, a hands‑on entrepreneurship space where children ages 6 to 14 created and sold their own products.

A standout participant was 11‑year‑old Enzo Silva, who launched his first venture, a lemonade stand, at age 8 and is now expanding his small business across Central Florida. Expo Brazil marked his first time taking part in a major fair. “I wanted to show that kids can build real businesses too,” Enzo said. “Here I learned how to talk to people, improve my product, and think bigger.”

The event also introduced the Expo Brazil Official App, which allowed visitors to access event information, connect with exhibitors, and participate in digital activations. One of the most popular features was Expo da Sorte, a series of prize giveaways, including a trip for two, unlocked through activities completed inside the app.

“This event is much more than an exhibition,” said Vanessa Oliveira, CEO of Expo Brazil. “It’s a space where stories are shared, connections are built, and the community comes together to celebrate its growth in Central Florida.”

CEO João Oliveira said the fair reflects the momentum of Brazilian‑owned businesses in the region. “Every year we see more entrepreneurs, more innovation, and more families building their future here. Expo Brazil is where all of that meets in one place.”

Among the attendees was Ana Paula Costanzo, author of Global Real Estate Legal Governance and creator of the LEGACY Method™, who traveled from Brazil to participate in the International Book Forum and visit the expo.

Costanzo said the event offered a rare opportunity to connect directly with the Brazilian community in Central Florida. “It was incredible to meet so many entrepreneurs and families who are building their lives here,” she said. “Expo Brazil gave me the chance to present my book, talk about patrimonial protection, and share a kind of manual that helps people structure their real estate assets with clarity and safety.”

She also spoke with U.S. television stations and news outlets during the weekend. “Being interviewed here in the United States was an extraordinary opportunity,” Costanzo said. “It allowed me to bring this conversation about governance and risk to a broader audience.”

The event closed with the Expo Brazil Awards, recognizing standout exhibitors in categories such as creativity, customer experience, and public engagement.

Organizers say planning for the next edition is already underway.