CDL de Florianópolis

CDL de Florianópolis is the city's shopkeepers' and business owners' association in Santa Catarina, Brazil. Formed on 28 July 1960, it was the first CDL set up in the state and encouraged the creation of similar bodies in other Santa Catarina towns. It supports member businesses with practical services and runs networking and policy events.

What CDL de Florianópolis offers

• SPC credit checks — consultation of the SPC Brasil database so retailers can check customers before extending credit.
• Digital certificates — issuing the electronic certificates Brazilian businesses use for tax and legal filings.
• Training courses — in-person courses on sales, leadership, conflict management, Excel, public speaking and social selling.
• CDL Vagas — a jobs service linking members with candidates.
• Health and wellbeing — access to health plans and a staff benefits card for members.
• Member events — business rooms, members' breakfasts and briefings on topics such as consumption tax reform.

Who it works with

Its members are retailers and other local businesses in Florianópolis. The association also runs a youth wing, CDL Jovem, and takes part in civic projects in the city.

Key facts

• Based in: Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
• Founded: 1960
• Type: Not-for-profit business association