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SUMMARY:Experiment with AI Models Session
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nExperiment with AI Models \n  \nSpeakers: \nA session by Guido Rojer & 3rd-year students 
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/experiment-with-ai-models-session/
LOCATION:University of Curaçao\, 111 Jan Noorduynweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T101500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T104500
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SUMMARY:AI\, the Future is Now: How can AI boost a firm’s export
DESCRIPTION:Panel Discussion: AI\, the future is now: how can AI boost a firm’s export \n  \nPanelists: \nTBA
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/ai-the-future-is-now-how-can-ai-boost-a-firms-export/
LOCATION:University of Curaçao\, 111 Jan Noorduynweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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SUMMARY:AI and the Future of Export Strategies for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nAI and the Future of Export Strategies for Businesses \n  \nSpeaker: \nGuido Rojer \n  \nABOUT SPEAKER: \nGuido Rojer\, Jr. is a Curacaoan author\, scholar\, founder\, professional troublemaker\, and pundit. He specializes in innovation and (international) entrepreneurship in Island Economies\, and he advocates for the tech industry as a new economic pillar for the Islands.  \nHe holds a PhD in Economics & Business from UNED Madrid and graduated from the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (now part of UNU MERIT).  \nDr. Rojer is an Assistant Professor at the University of Curaçao and leads the Entrepreneurship curriculum at the School of Business. He draws his contributions from executive and supervisory experience in both profit and not-for-profit sectors and has fulfilled roles as an advisor to governments and multilateral organizations in the region.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/ai-and-the-future-of-export-strategies-for-businesses/
LOCATION:University of Curaçao\, 111 Jan Noorduynweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240514T213000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20240510T173412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T164031Z
UID:5054-1715673600-1715722200@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:ADECK's Networking Breakfast Featuring Andrea Ewart\, Esq.
DESCRIPTION:This event features\, Ms. Andrea Ewart\, Esq.\, President of Caribbean Women In Trade (CWIT)\, as the keynote speaker. Ms. Andrea Ewart is an experienced international trade and customs attorney and policy advisor. \nWith the theme “Going Global”\, this event aims to Empower and Inspire our Entrepreneurs\, with a special focus on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) led by Women (and Men).
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/adecks-networking-breakfast-featuring-andrea-ewart-esq/
LOCATION:Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort\, 1 Baden Powellweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220935Z
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SUMMARY:MOU signing Proteus with Minister Ruisandro Cijntje of the Ministry of Economic Development of Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nMOU signing Proteus with Minister Ruisandro Cijntje of the Ministry of Economic Development of Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nFabien Cousteau \nProteus
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/mou-signing-proteus-with-minister-ruisandro-cijntje-of-the-ministry-of-economic-development-of-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T114500
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CREATED:20230513T034502Z
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SUMMARY:Diving into the Future: The Proteus Underwater Research Center in Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nDiving into the Future: The Proteus Underwater Research Center in Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nFabien Cousteau \nProteus
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/diving-into-the-future-the-proteus-underwater-research-center-in-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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CREATED:20230513T034259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220551Z
UID:4695-1684494000-1684496700@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:How can Island Nations Lead the Way in Blue Economy Exportation
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nHow can Island Nations Lead the Way in Blue Economy Exportation \n  \nSpeakers: \nChristie\, Tripp\, Luuk
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/how-can-island-nations-lead-the-way-in-blue-economy-exportation/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T103000
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UID:4691-1684492200-1684494000@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:The Potential for Blue Carbon the in ABC islands
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nThe Potential for Blue Carbon the in ABC Islands  \n  \nSpeakers: \nChristie Mettes \nMetabolic Foundation
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/the-potential-for-blue-carbon-the-in-abc-islands/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY:The contributions of healthy reefs to the export potential of Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nThe contributions of healthy reefs to the export potential of Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nTripp Funderburk  \nReef Restoration Curacao
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/the-contributions-of-healthy-reefs-to-the-export-potential-of-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T093000
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CREATED:20230513T033926Z
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UID:4689-1684488600-1684490400@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Blue Economy as a driver for economic development
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nBlue Economy as a driver for economic development \n  \nSpeakers: \nLuuk Weber \nKolektivo
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/blue-economy-as-a-driver-for-economic-development/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T090000
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CREATED:20230513T034823Z
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UID:4701-1684486800-1684488600@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Food Security in Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nFood Security in Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nAlvin Daal \n 
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/food-security-in-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518
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SUMMARY:Creative Industries - One-on-One Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nFinancial Solutions for the Caribbean Creative Industry \nDescription of Subject: \nWith boundless creativity\, the Caribbean stands out as one of the most creative regions in the\nworld\, but the creative industries suffer constantly from a lack of funding. C15 Studios is\noffering several financial solutions for the sector and their General Manager\, Lorraine\nO’Connor\, will be sharing those with you at the CEW2023 \nBio Mrs. Lorraine \n \nLorraine O’Connor has spent the past 30 years as a cultural entrepreneur\, producer\, and\npromoter of Trinidad and Tobago culture through music\, film\, and fashion.\nLorraine has produced numerous documentaries and films and worked on many international\nproductions filmed in Trinidad & Tobago. From the trendy music label\, Rituals Music\, which she\nco-founded and managed in the 1990s to the ownership of the historic Rhyners’ music store at\nPiarco International Airport\, to artist management\, production of fashion shows and major\nevents\, Lorraine has extensive experience in film production\, artist and event management.\nLorraine has been involved in the phenomenal success of Calypso music icon\, Calypso Rose and\nworks consistently with the team behind Soca music superstar\, Machel Montano while she co-\nmanages the talented\, Nailah Blackman. \nIn 2016\, Lorraine was the line producer of the feature film\, “Bazodee” which opened in over\n130 cinemas across the USA. In 2017\, she was the local fixer for the famous CNN TV series\nAnthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown\, Trinidad\, and in 2018\, the local facilitator for the “Amazing\nRace” CBS TV series\, which aired in October 2020. \nIn 2019\, Lorraine was instrumental in presenting Calypso Rose\, Machel Montano\, and Nailah\nBlackman at Coachella\, one of the world’s top international music festivals and the same year\nthe three artists performed on stage at the world-famous Olympia Concert Hall in Paris\, France.\nLorraine is also a director on the board of FilmTT (the company responsible for the\ndevelopment of the film industry in Trinidad and Tobago).\nLorraine is currently General Manager at C15 Studios Ltd\, a Caribbean cash flow solutions\ncompany servicing the Creative sector.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/cew-creative-industries-one-on-one-meetings/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230424T201336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T032908Z
UID:4143-1684332900-1684335600@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with the BES islands Roundtable – Opportunities for Curacao
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nDoing Business with\, in\, and through the BES Islands Roundtable –\nOpportunities for Curacao \nDescription of Subject: \nDoing Business with\, in\, and through the BES islands – ins and outs\nA roundtable meeting with the Special Envoy for the BES islands for EU-\nand UN-funding and economic relations with Latin America. During this session\, the Special\nEnvoy will explain his role and position and discuss with participants the terms of doing\nbusiness in\, with\, and through the BES islands. The emphasis will be on identifying the\nopportunities and how companies in Curacao can make use of the unique position of Bonaire\,\nSt. Eustatius\, and Saba in the Netherlands\, the EU\, and Latin America.\nA roundtable meeting with the Special Envoy for the BES islands for EU- and UN-funding and\neconomic relations with Latin America. During this session\, the Special Envoy will explain his\nrole and position and discuss with participants the terms of doing business in\, with\, and\nthrough the BES islands. The emphasis will be on identifying the opportunities and how\ncompanies in Curacao can make use of the unique position of Bonaire\, St. Eustatius\, and Saba in\nthe Netherlands\, the EU\, and Latin America. \nBio Edison Rijna – Special Envoy for the BES-islands for EU- and UN- funding and economic\nrelations with Latin America \n \nBorn in Bonaire on July 7 th \, 1967\, Edison Rijna has dedicated his career to serving the people of\nBonaire and the wider Caribbean region. He is a respected figure in the politics and finance\nindustry\, with extensive experience in various roles. \nSince April 18th\, 2023\, Mr. Rijna has taken up the role of Special Envoy for the BES islands for\nEU- and UN funding and economic relations with Latin America. In this capacity\, he is\nresponsible for representing the interests of the BES islands in various international forums\,\npromoting economic relations with Latin America\, and securing funding from the European\nUnion and the United Nations for important initiatives in the region.\nBefore he was appointed Special Envoy\, Mr. Rijna served as the Governor of Bonaire\, a position\nhe was appointed to in 2014. \nMr. Rijna obtained his bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance in 1996\, and subsequently\nworked for several private companies in the banking sector between 2004 and 2011. He also\nserved as the executive director of Bon Recycling B.V.\, a waste recycling company in Bonaire\nthat aimed to create awareness among the people of Bonaire about the importance and\nbenefits of recycling. \nThroughout his career\, Mr. Rijna has demonstrated a commitment to public service and a\npassion for improving the lives of those around him. His extensive experience in the banking\nsector\, coupled with his political and leadership skills\, make him an ideal candidate for the role\nof Special Envoy for the BES islands.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/knowledge-session-doing-business-in-bes-islands/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T141500
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CREATED:20230424T201120Z
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UID:4141-1684330200-1684332900@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:USA Export Roundtable: Conducting Business Successfully in the USA - Three Practical Examples and Lessons Learned.
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nUSA Export Roundtable: Conducting Business Successfully in the USA – Three Practical Examples\nand Lessons Learned. \nDescription of Subject: \nHow to conduct business successfully in the USA by presenting three practical examples and\nlessons learned. \nBio Mr. Erik Broekhuijsen\, CEO\, VanHollandGroup \n \nFor people who do not know me yet\, I am Erik Broekhuijsen. Since 2008\, I have been helping\nentrepreneurs enter the American market. In my fascinating career\, where I have worked in\nvarious industries\, I have helped several big and small companies to grow. Always from sharp\nsales objectives\, and as a business developer\, the link between marketing\, strategy\, and sales. I\nwill take you through a few practical examples in a structured approach\, both in theory and the\nflexibility of practice. Always with a clear plan of attack and the creativity to respond to the fast-\nmoving American market.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/knowledge-session-roundtable-succesvol-zaken-doen-in-de-usa-drie-praktijkvoorbeelden-en-lessons-learned/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T121500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T032728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T170135Z
UID:4681-1684323900-1684325700@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Shifting the Payments Landscape - local online payments in the Dutch Caribbean and beyond
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nShifting the Payments Landscape – local online payments in the Dutch Caribbean and beyond \n  \nDescription of Subject: \nChanges in the global landscape are creating new opportunities across the Dutch Caribbean\npayments ecosystem. As new payment methods are becoming mainstream\, seizing the\nmomentum requires an understanding of the latest developments related to payments in the\nDC. \nBio Mr. Vincent van Rutten\, Sentoo Managing Director \nI am passionate about revolutionizing the online payments market in the Caribbean. My career\nas a financial expert in the region provided me with valuable insight into the common\nfrustrations expressed by clients regarding the lack of automation in payment processing and\nthe high costs associated with available online payment methods. In 2016\, my business partner\nand I recognized the need for change and set out to create a revolutionary solution that would\nenable even government organizations to implement online payments at affordable rates. Our\nhard work and dedication paid off with the launch of Sentoo\, the first local account-to-account\n(A2A) online payment method in the Caribbean. The banks welcomed our innovative platform\nwith open arms\, with Banco di Caribe becoming our first banking partner and the MCB Group\nand affiliated banks becoming available as of July 1st\, further expanding our regional reach and\nimpact. I am dedicated to continuing our mission of revolutionizing the online payments market\nin the Caribbean and providing accessible\, affordable payment solutions for all. \nAbout Sentoo \nSentoo is the first payment solution provider in the Dutch Caribbean to offer local online\npayments with local bank accounts. We believe people should be able to use their local\nbank account to pay for local products and services online. This drives us to create\nmodern payment solutions that are accessible to everyone. Our platform is built to\neliminate existing hurdles – we help businesses to grow with low transaction fees\, real-\ntime payments\, and user-friendly experiences. Our easy-to-use payment solution helps\nimprove people’s overall payment experience. Sentoo aims to be the industry-leading\npayment method on our island and far beyond – building on our mission to help grow\nour economy.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/shifting-the-payments-landscape-local-online-payments-in-the-dutch-caribbean-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T114500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230502T233128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T032541Z
UID:4412-1684321200-1684323900@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:The Role of Technology in Internationalization and Exporting in Priority Services Sectors
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nThe Role of Technology in Internationalization and Exporting in Priority Services Sectors \nDescription of Subject: \nBio Natallie Rochester\, International Trade & Development Policy Expert\, CEDR Accredited\nMediator \n\nMs. Natallie Rochester is an International Trade and Development Consultant with twenty years\nof experience in international trade and investment\, business sector assessment\, research and\nmarket analysis\, trade-related capacity building\, facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations\,\nproject communications\, trade law\, and policy\, trade negotiations and monitoring and\nevaluation of trade agreement implementation and development aid effectiveness.\nMs. Rochester has supported traders and governments in the interpretation and\nimplementation of trade commitments\, identification of legal and regulatory gaps\, and the\ndevelopment of sector policies\, strategies\, and action plans to strengthen domestic ecosystems\,\nvalue chain linkages\, and import and export business processes while being compliant with\nnational and international trade regimes. She is an expert in facilitating multistakeholder\nconsultations for research\, awareness and consensus building\, and policy formulation.\nMs. Rochester has carried out extensive quantitative and qualitative research and analysis and\ntraining experience in a range of trade disciplines and sectors\, including government\nprocurement\, trade in services\, investment\, creative industries\, e-commerce and digital\nreadiness\, intellectual property\, trade agreements\, and political economy. Ms. Rochester has\ndeep knowledge of the Caribbean’s participation in international trading arrangements\nincluding the World Trade Organization (WTO) and Economic Partnership Agreements (EPA)\nwith the European Union and the United Kingdom\, respectively.\nMs. Rochester holds a Master of Arts in International Commerce and Policy from George Mason\nUniversity and\, from Barry University\, a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies\, and a Bachelor\nof Science in International Business.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/4412/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230502T232757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T032345Z
UID:4410-1684318500-1684321200@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Making Sustainable Trade the Standard: Where do I Start?
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nMaking Sustainable Trade the Standard: Where Do I Start? \nDescription of Subject: \nThis presentation offered by ITC’s T4SD programme will focus on an introduction to\nsustainability standards\, their relevance\, and introduction to the Standards Map.\nStandards Map is a global public good solution\, which is a neutral repository of\ninformation on over 320 sustainability standards and initiatives. This practical session\nwill provide insights into how this tool can be leveraged to support local businesses in\nCuracao in strategic sectors to promote sustainable international trade. \nBio Mrs Akshata Limaye Advisor\, Sustainability Standards & Value Chains\, ITC \n\nAkshata Limaye is an India-qualified lawyer. She holds a master’s degree in international law\nand economics from the World Trade Institute\, University of Bern\, Switzerland\, where she\nfocused on international trade and investment law and policy.\nAkshata has been working at the International Trade Centre (ITC) as an advisor on sustainability\nstandards and global value chains. She contributes to the development of the Standards Map\nglobal repository of sustainability standards\, codes of conduct\, and audit protocols\n(www.standardsmap.org). She works on research\, projects\, and events for awareness raising\nabout sustainability issues relating to international trade. \nBackground: \nEstablished in 1964\, International Trade Centre (ITC) is the joint trade for development agency\nof the United Nations and the World Trade Organization. ITC’s work enables small businesses in\ndeveloping economies to become more competitive and connect to international markets for\ntrade and investment. The Trade for Sustainable Development (T4SD) programme at ITC is\ndedicated to supporting businesses across the value chain\, to implement inclusive and\nsustainable business practices.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/making-sustainable-trade-the-standard-where-do-i-start/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T101500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T032300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T170233Z
UID:4677-1684316700-1684318500@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Assessing Your Export Potential
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nAssessing Your Export Potential \n  \nDescription of Subject: \nThe objective of this workshop is to provide participants with some inside into how to assess\ntheir Export potential. Tools used will be:\n• Export Canvas\n• Hotel Canvas \nBio Mrs. Nelida Cathalina\, Business & Export Coach\, ProfPro \nNelida Cathalina is a Certified Professional Coach with a passion for business and a wealth of\nexperience in export strategies.\nWith over 20 years of experience in international markets\, I have honed my skills as a leader in\ncrafting successful export strategies that drive results.\nMy expertise lies in helping businesses identify opportunities in global markets\, navigate the\ncomplexities of international trade\, and develop strategies to expand their reach and increase\nprofitability.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/assessing-your-export-potential/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20220328T160939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T073122Z
UID:1034-1684314000-1684316700@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Financing for Creative Industries
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nFinancial Solutions for the Caribbean Creative Industry \nDescription of Subject: \nWith boundless creativity\, the Caribbean stands out as one of the most creative regions in the\nworld\, but the creative industries suffer constantly from a lack of funding. C15 Studios is\noffering several financial solutions for the sector and their General Manager\, Lorraine\nO’Connor\, will be sharing those with you at the CEW2023 \nBio Mrs. Lorraine \n \nLorraine O’Connor has spent the past 30 years as a cultural entrepreneur\, producer\, and\npromoter of Trinidad and Tobago culture through music\, film\, and fashion.\nLorraine has produced numerous documentaries and films and worked on many international\nproductions filmed in Trinidad & Tobago. From the trendy music label\, Rituals Music\, which she\nco-founded and managed in the 1990s to the ownership of the historic Rhyners’ music store at\nPiarco International Airport\, to artist management\, production of fashion shows and major\nevents\, Lorraine has extensive experience in film production\, artist and event management.\nLorraine has been involved in the phenomenal success of Calypso music icon\, Calypso Rose and\nworks consistently with the team behind Soca music superstar\, Machel Montano while she co-\nmanages the talented\, Nailah Blackman. \nIn 2016\, Lorraine was the line producer of the feature film\, “Bazodee” which opened in over\n130 cinemas across the USA. In 2017\, she was the local fixer for the famous CNN TV series\nAnthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown\, Trinidad\, and in 2018\, the local facilitator for the “Amazing\nRace” CBS TV series\, which aired in October 2020. \nIn 2019\, Lorraine was instrumental in presenting Calypso Rose\, Machel Montano\, and Nailah\nBlackman at Coachella\, one of the world’s top international music festivals and the same year\nthe three artists performed on stage at the world-famous Olympia Concert Hall in Paris\, France.\nLorraine is also a director on the board of FilmTT (the company responsible for the\ndevelopment of the film industry in Trinidad and Tobago).\nLorraine is currently General Manager at C15 Studios Ltd\, a Caribbean cash flow solutions\ncompany servicing the Creative sector.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/nes-strategy-creative-industries/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T031907Z
UID:4675-1684249200-1684256400@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Kick off for Business Climate Reform: An actionable plan to reduce red tape and lower the cost of doing business
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nKick off for Business Climate Reform: An actionable plan to reduce red tape and lower the cost of doing business \n  \nSpeakers: \nTamira La Cruz
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/kick-off-for-business-climate-reform-an-actionable-plan-to-reduce-red-tape-and-lower-the-cost-of-doing-business/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T170717Z
UID:4673-1684246500-1684249200@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Nurturing local talent: Workforce Development for a Thriving Export Economy & Launch of the 2nd Edition Essay Competition
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nNurturing local talent: Workforce Development for a Thriving Export Economy & Launch of the 2nd Edition Essay Competit \n  \nSpeakers: \nGuido Rojer \nUniversity of Curaçao
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/nurturing-local-talent-workforce-development-for-a-thriving-export-economy-launch-of-the-2nd-edition-essay-competition/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T141500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T031513Z
UID:4671-1684243800-1684246500@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:The Future of Investment: Exploring Curaçao's Diverse Market Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nThe Future of Investment: Exploring Curaçao’s Diverse Market Opportunities \n  \nSpeakers: \nJeanette Bonet \nCINEX
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/the-future-of-investment-exploring-curacaos-diverse-market-opportunities/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T031328Z
UID:4669-1684238400-1684240200@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:The future of exports: Trends and innovations shaping the global trade landscape
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nThe future of exports: Trends and innovations shaping the global trade landscape \n  \nSpeakers: \nTaiana Mora\,  \nMary Derby\,  \nTamira La Cruz
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/the-future-of-exports-trends-and-innovations-shaping-the-global-trade-landscape/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T021853Z
UID:4667-1684236600-1684238400@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Protecting global partnerships: Safeguarding your business in the global markets
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nProtecting global partnerships: Safeguarding your business in the global markets \nDescription of Subject: \nOverlooking compliance with advertising laws and regulations when promoting products and services cannot only lead to the advertisement being banned but can also result in a fine and damages. \nThe presentation will give a general overview of legal considerations when launching an advertising campaign\, such as advertising platforms\, digital marketing & social media\, sweepstakes & promotions\, copyright clearance\, use of celebrities and athletes\, as well as considerations and resources for global advertising. \n  \nBio Mrs. Karyl Bertrand\, Attorney at Law\, Bertrand Legal & Intellectual Property \n  \nKaryl D. Bertrand (Master of Laws 1999 University of Curaçao) is an attorney at law\, intellectual property consultant\, and trademark/patent agent and provides lectures and training on various legal subjects for companies\, government institutions\, and the public. \nKaryl founded her firm Bertrand Legal & Intellectual Property in December 2013 and services the Dutch Caribbean\, the wider Caribbean\, Latin America\, Europe\, the United States\, and Asia through her broad international network. \nKaryl speaks English\, Dutch\, Spanish\, and Papiamento.\nShe counsels and represents local and foreign corporations and individuals\, including musicians\, artists\, and athletes\, on matters of intellectual property\, advertising and promotion\, health and pharmaceuticals\, contracts\, sports and entertainment\, and regulatory compliance. Karyl served as a legal expert Dutch Caribbean for COSME’s research project on intellectual property as a competitiveness tool for SMEs in the Caribbean OCTs. \nKaryl is a frequent speaker on copyright\, trademarks\, trade names\, and advertising law. \nShe presented on legal aspects of advertising and promotion regarding the Dutch Caribbean islands in seminars in Jamaica and New York City\, USA\, and several webinars with colleagues from the Dominican Republic\, Trinidad & Tobago\, Jamaica\, Mexico\, Germany\, USA\, Argentina\, UK\, South Africa\, the Netherlands\, and Turkey. Her most recent presentation was in St. Maarten in September 2022\, upon invitation of the St. Maarten Bureau for Intellectual Property\, on strategies to combat counterfeiting in the Dutch Caribbean during the Anti-Counterfeiting Seminar organized by the St. Maarten Ministry of Justice. \nKaryl’s memberships include Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)\, International Trademark Association (INTA)\, and Intellectual Property Caribbean Association (IPCA). As such\, she coordinated Policy Dialogues between Jamaica and Curaçao on anti-counterfeiting by bringing together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors in both countries and continues to guide colleagues from other countries in facilitating similar discussions. \nKaryl’s hobbies include music (pianist\, former choir musical director)\, sports\, and reading\, especially on the topic of personal growth. Her extra-curricular achievements include:\n•Former national junior tennis champion of Curaçao\n•Former national junior tennis champion of the Netherlands Antilles\n•Winner Best Composition and Most Outstanding Arrangement winning song “One Caribbean Nation” 2006 Curaçao Calypsoca Festival
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/protecting-global-partnerships-safeguarding-your-business-in-the-global-markets/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T031012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T160428Z
UID:4665-1684234800-1684236600@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:From Islands to Innovation Hubs: Empowering Small Nations Through IT Investments
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nFrom Islands to Innovation Hubs: Empowering Small Nations Through IT Investments \n  \nSpeakers: \nAndrew Solomon \nSimia
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/from-islands-to-innovation-hubs-empowering-small-nations-through-it-investments/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230513T030806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T160418Z
UID:4663-1684233000-1684234800@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Legal and Compliance Aspects: Navigating International Contracts and Agreements
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nThe untapped potential of exporting natural assets \n  \nDescription of Subject: \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nUnderstanding international contracts\nUnderstanding ’proper law’\nContracts for the sale of goods\nContracts for the sale of services\nNegotiating in other business cultures\nResponsible Business Conduct\nMeeting international standards\nProtecting IP rights\nResolving disputes\n\n 
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/legal-and-compliance-aspects-navigating-international-contracts-and-agreements/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230424T192401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T160408Z
UID:4116-1684230300-1684233000@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Accessing International Finance: Securing funding and investment for export expansion/ RVO Instruments for Exports - SIB and DHI
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nAccessing International Finance: Securing funding and investment for export expansion/ RVO Instruments for Exports – SIB and DHI  \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nWhat can The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) do for you?\nCustomized country information and Support\nSubsidy: Support International Business (SIB) and demonstratieprojecten\, haalbaarheidsstudies en investeringsvoorbereidingsstudies (DHI subsidy).\n\nBio Mrs. Soelan Daal\, Adviseur Internationaal Ondernemen\, Klant Advies &aInformatie\, RVO \n \nThe Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) is a government agency that is part of the Dutch\nMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy. We support entrepreneurs\, NGOs\, knowledge\ninstitutes\, policymakers\, and organizations. We improve collaborations and strengthen\npositions through our funding and networks. By sharing our know-how\, we help you move\nforward doing business abroad. Soelan Daal has been working for the Netherlands Enterprise\nAgency (RVO) for more than 6 years. She helps Dutch SMEs start and expand their business\nabroad mainly in the Middle and South America. \n 
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/knowledge-session-rvo-instruments-for-exports-sib-dhi-dei/
LOCATION:Kolab Curaçao\, 6A Langestraat\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230516T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230502T223510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T160442Z
UID:4387-1684227600-1684230300@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Training on the use of Trade map/ Market Access Map/ Export Potential Map for exporters
DESCRIPTION:Title of Presentation: \nTrade Map/Market Access Map training for Curaçaon exporters \nDescription of Subject: \nYou are invited to join a 90-minute introductory webinar that will focus on ITC’s flagship market\nanalysis tools\, namely\, Trade Map\, Market Access Map\, and Export Potential Map. The session\nwill start on time at 08.00 Curaçao time. Two ITC Trainers Katerina BLANCHARD JOKLOVA will\nguide you through those tools' essential features and functionalities while Ms. Arushi\nVAISHNAV will address your questions in the chat box. The session will consist of both\npresentation of essential concepts and a live demonstration of the tools. \nBy the end of the session\, you will be able to start using these market analysis tools to identify\nattractive markets for your products and assess applicable market regulations to adequately\nprepare for your market entry. \nSpeakers: \nKaterina Blanchard Joklova and Arushi Vaishnav
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/trade-map-market-access-map-trainings-for-curacaos-exporters/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230515T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230515T161500
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230508T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T021901Z
UID:4579-1684164600-1684167300@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:Is Our Advertising Campaign Legally Compliant?
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nIs Our Advertising Campaign Legally Compliant? \n  \nDescription of Subject: \nOverlooking compliance with advertising laws and regulations when promoting products and services cannot only lead to the advertisement being banned but can also result in a fine and damages. \nThe presentation will give a general overview of legal considerations when launching an advertising campaign\, such as advertising platforms\, digital marketing & social media\, sweepstakes & promotions\, copyright clearance\, use of celebrities and athletes\, as well as considerations and resources for global advertising. \n  \nBio Mrs. Karyl Bertrand\, Attorney at Law\, Bertrand Legal & Intellectual Property \n  \nKaryl D. Bertrand (Master of Laws 1999 University of Curaçao) is an attorney at law\, intellectual property consultant\, and trademark/patent agent and provides lectures and training on various legal subjects for companies\, government institutions\, and the public. \nKaryl founded her firm Bertrand Legal & Intellectual Property in December 2013 and services the Dutch Caribbean\, the wider Caribbean\, Latin America\, Europe\, the United States\, and Asia through her broad international network. \nKaryl speaks English\, Dutch\, Spanish\, and Papiamento.\nShe counsels and represents local and foreign corporations and individuals\, including musicians\, artists\, and athletes\, on matters of intellectual property\, advertising and promotion\, health and pharmaceuticals\, contracts\, sports and entertainment\, and regulatory compliance. Karyl served as a legal expert Dutch Caribbean for COSME’s research project on intellectual property as a competitiveness tool for SMEs in the Caribbean OCTs. \nKaryl is a frequent speaker on copyright\, trademarks\, trade names\, and advertising law. \nShe presented on legal aspects of advertising and promotion regarding the Dutch Caribbean islands in seminars in Jamaica and New York City\, USA\, and several webinars with colleagues from the Dominican Republic\, Trinidad & Tobago\, Jamaica\, Mexico\, Germany\, USA\, Argentina\, UK\, South Africa\, the Netherlands\, and Turkey. Her most recent presentation was in St. Maarten in September 2022\, upon invitation of the St. Maarten Bureau for Intellectual Property\, on strategies to combat counterfeiting in the Dutch Caribbean during the Anti-Counterfeiting Seminar organized by the St. Maarten Ministry of Justice. \nKaryl’s memberships include Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)\, International Trademark Association (INTA)\, and Intellectual Property Caribbean Association (IPCA). As such\, she coordinated Policy Dialogues between Jamaica and Curaçao on anti-counterfeiting by bringing together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors in both countries and continues to guide colleagues from other countries in facilitating similar discussions. \nKaryl’s hobbies include music (pianist\, former choir musical director)\, sports\, and reading\, especially on the topic of personal growth. Her extra-curricular achievements include:\n•Former national junior tennis champion of Curaçao\n•Former national junior tennis champion of the Netherlands Antilles\n•Winner Best Composition and Most Outstanding Arrangement winning song “One Caribbean Nation” 2006 Curaçao Calypsoca Festival
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/is-our-advertising-campaign-legally-compliant/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230515T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230515T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T164051
CREATED:20230508T185042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T170337Z
UID:4576-1684161900-1684164600@curacaoexport.org
SUMMARY:2024 FATF evaluation Curaçao - The economic importance\, business opportunities  and threats
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \n2024 FATF evaluation Curaçao – The economic importance\, business opportunities and threats \n  \nDescription of Subject: \nCayman Island has been on the FATF “Grey List” for over a year now. Being on a grey list does\nhave real-world impacts on businesses in those jurisdictions. During the presentation Benno will\nexplain more about the FATF\, the technical compliance with the 40+ Recommendations and the\nfocus on effectiveness\, the FATF evaluation process\, the National Risk Assessment process\, the\nobservation period\, the progress report timelines\, and how the assessors and plenary meet and\ndecide which countries get put on the grey list. Benno will emphasize the importance of certain\nrecommendations and how to prepare as a country for this fourth worldwide evaluation round.\nBenno will conclude with some observations as the Fifth Round commences in 2024\, and the\ncoming years will be challenging again as the assessment process will require information\, data\,\nand statistics over the past years. \nBio Mr. Benno van Leeuwen\, Fraud & Compliance expert\, Forensic Services Caribbean &\nCompliance Services Caribbean \nMr. Benno van Leeuwen held a position at the Central Bank of the Netherlands Antilles and\nlater as a Financial Analyst for The Unusual Transactions Reporting Centre (now known as FIU\nCuraçao) and he was the director of the FIU from 2004-2005. Mr. B. van Leeuwen followed\nmultiple courses in the field of the fight against money laundering and financial terrorism\,\nlocally as well as abroad. He has been involved in organizing several training seminars and has\ngiven lectures for financial institutions and compliance officers in the Dutch Caribbean\, the\nCaribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF)\, and Egmont; of which organization he was also a\nboard member.\nSince 2005 he is part of the Compliance Caribbean team and as currently the managing partner\nof that organization\, he is very active in providing compliance services to many (financial)\ninstitutions in the Caribbean region\, including outsourced compliance officer\, training sessions\,\nsetting up compliance frameworks\, auditing compliance\, etc. As a Certified Anti-Money\nLaundering Specialist\, he participated in several task groups whose purpose was to effectively \nincrease the fight against money laundering in the Dutch Caribbean and is organizing many\ntraining sessions. Mr. Benno van Leeuwen is currently also the president of the Association of\nCertified Fraud Examiners in the Dutch Caribbean.
URL:https://curacaoexport.org/event/the-impact-of-cfatf-audit-for-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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