Riviera Nayarit, Mexico - In Riviera Nayarit luxury is our magic, and this magic attracts influential people from all over the world. As such, Lideres Empresariales, the most influential business association in Brazil, will celebrate its 17th annual meeting at the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort from October 10-13, 2012.

Lideres Empresariales (Lide) is the leading organization for assembling important Brazilian business owners, entrepreneurs and company executives, who have combined sales of over $150 million dollars per year, representing 40% of Brazil's Gross Domestic Product.

Every year, these leaders organize a meeting abroad, where they not only analyze the economic situation of Brazil and get acquainted with new business tools, but also host investment workshops with local entrepreneurs.

This annual event usually includes the participation of the government, state officials, governors, and even presidents from both countries, so it receives major coverage in the national and Brazilian media. Several cultural and sports events are also organized, with the attendance of personalities from both countries.

With regards to the upcoming edition of this event, which year after year is celebrated in innovative destinations, João Doria Junior, founder and president of Lide stated: "We're very pleased after choosing Riviera Nayarit and the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort for our event."

"The Brazilian market is becoming increasingly important to Mexico. We feel honored to welcome this important group of Brazilian leaders, CEOs, and business executives to Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit, and we're convinced that they'll be able to celebrate an extraordinary event in our destination," said Carl Emberson, general manager of the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.