Welcome to
Florida Export Finance Corporation
A major hurdle for many businesses seeking to take advantage of the opportunities offered by expanding foreign markets is access to affordable working capital. The State of Florida, working in partnership with the federal government, and the state’s lending community has lowered this hurdle for small and medium-sized businesses. At FEFC, we help Florida’s small businesses that export goods and services to foreign markets get financing solutions. Our not-for-profit corporation provides financial assistance and access to government export programs to support employment and income opportunities within the state. If you are a Florida-based exporter that has been turned down by at least one lender, explore our services to enhance your success
$ 135 M Were boosted in Florida exports
375 Jobs were supported
672 Total number of seminars
$ 2 B Loan Commitments arranged on behalf of FL exporters
How We
Help Small Businesses
FEFC provides a range of services to support small businesses in Florida that export goods and services, helping them overcome the financing challenges they often face when trying to expand their international presence.
“PP&D provides high quality, precision manufactured, personnel, cargo, and deceleration parachute products to global commercial, humanitarian, and government customers.”
PP&D - (veteran, disabled owned)
Pensacola, FL
"Supplier of Airplane parts, rotables and expendables: supplier of aviation spare parts, specializing in commercial airline spare parts and their associated components, including but not limited to landing gears, avionics, control surfaces and mechanical parts."
2LYONS AEROSPACE, LLC – (minority, women owned)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Manufacture and export of aromatizing products, including but not limited to scented oils, soy wax melts, oil and wax burner kits, reed diffusers, scented candles, ambient air fresheners and fabric fresheners."
TSD GROUP CORP (minority, women owned)
Sunrise, FL
Throughout the course of VIRGINIAN-32's relationship with FEFC, they have been a true partner in facilitating the company's financial growth. FEFC has played the role of nurturing parents in the area of financial support and growth for Florida Small Businesses. When requested or warranted, FEFC has provided financial support and guidance. Additionally, FEFC provides words of wisdom, counsel, and encouragement for companies that are seeking strategic growth. FEFC's steadfast support of us through the years has enabled the company to grow from revenues of 5 to 7 digits. For Florida Small Business, a stronger financial partner than FEFC will be a challenge to find.
VIRGINIAN-32, INC .
Miami Beach, FL
Meet Our Team
Daisy Ramos-Winfield
President and CEO
Daniel Cardona
Vice President
Daisy Ramos-Winfield
Daisy Ramos-Winfield
Daisy Ramos is the President and CEO of the Florida Export Finance Corporation (FEFC). FEFC was created by the State of Florida in 1993 as a not-for-profit corporation with the mandate to expand employment and income opportunities to Florida residents by increased exports of goods and services resulting from assistance given by the FEFC to Florida companies. She has over 25 years of diversified experience in banking and trade finance and managing portfolios of domestic and international companies and institutions with annual revenues up to $25MM. She later expanded her knowledge within her position to include, write and execute credit policies and Risk Management compliance. Mrs. Ramos has acted as a consultant to both the U.S. and foreign companies within the trade finance spectrum. Her trade experience with both large and small companies and in both the public and private sectors has given her an extensively diverse background and proved to be a valuable asset to the FEFC with its primary purpose of financial support for Florida small and medium sized exporters. Daisy successfully completed the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship Nonprofit Executive Program at Florida State University College of Business in 2017.
Under her leadership, FEFC received the awards as 2017 and 2021 EXIM Bank REPP of the year. Her continuous support and willingness to assist the small and medium-sized exporters achieve success has been the driving force that has contributed to her great accomplishments. Daisy is the recipient of the 2018 Statewide Export Advocate of the Year Award (issued by The U.S. Department of Commerce - Minority Business Development Agency (Export Center Florida) and the 2018 BEAMS Business Academy (Spring 2019) Partner and Trainer Award (issued by the City of Fort Lauderdale (Business Engagement Assistance & Mentorships Unit). In 2020, she became Member of the Board of Directors of the World Trade Center- Miami. In 2022, Daisy was appointed to the 2022-2023 EXIM Bank Council on Small Business. In 2023, she was re-appointed to the 2023-2024 EXIM Bank Council. Daisy became the recipient of the 2024 International Women’s Achievement Award by the World Trade Center Miami.
Partnerships and Participations:
- Select Florida
- EXIM Bank Regional Export Promotion Program Participant (REPP)
- Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council
- JAX Chamber of Commerce
- U.S. Department of Commerce ITA – International Trade Administration
- World Trade Center-Miami 2020-2021
- EXIM Small Business Council 2022-2023
- EXIM Small Business Council 2023-2024
Daniel Cardona
Daniel Cardona
Daniel Cardona is the Vice President of Florida Export Finance Corporation (FEFC). FEFC was created by the State of Florida in 1993 as a not-for-profit corporation with the mandate to expand employment and income opportunities to Florida residents by increased exports of goods and services resulting from assistance given by the FEFC to Florida companies. Additionally, FEFC is a participant of the Regional Export Promotion Program (REPP) of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EX-IM Bank) and offers Florida exporters access to export assistance programs offered by EX-IM Bank and SBA. Services include packaging for EX-IM Bank and SBA export working capital guarantees, and other loan, insurance and guarantee programs offered by these U.S. Government agencies. Daniel has fostered strategic relationships with federal, state, and local partners with its primary purpose is supporting the small and medium sized exporters. He has been featured in panel discussions, educational workshops, and webinars pertaining to financing options for exports, U.S. Federal Government Loan Guarantee Programs. He has over 25 years of experience in banking, management, finance, relationship management domestic and international, and portfolio management of companies with annual revenues up to $5MM. He is a knowledgeable leader, customer advocate, and partner who understands business strategies and applies organizational, and proven customer success methodology to lead businesses to outcome. Recognized as a resourceful and accomplished professional, Daniel has driven business growth in the portfolio, deposits, business development, and account acquisition. He offers a unique combination of sales ability, financial/analytical skills, and a positive, optimistic entrepreneurial spirit. Daniel earned his Master in Business Administration in Global Business Management at the University of Phoenix in 2015.
Partnerships and Participations:
- JAX Chamber of Commerce
- U.S. Department of Commerce ITA – International Trade Administration
- Select Florida
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