Dear Stakeholder, The OECS in collaboration with the Curacao Ministry of Economic Development is inviting you to participate in the OECS Virtual Trade Exposition taking place from May 15-17, 2023. This is an opportunity for Curacao businesses to participate in the Matchmaking section of this virtual platform. The OECS is an International Inter-governmental Organization dedicated
Topic Presentation: State of Curaçao Exports (Tourism, Financial Services, Ports, etc. )
Presentation Title: Curaçao’s Export Evolution in the Past Decade. Speakers: Shekinah Dare Inê Silva Correia
Presentation Title: Implementing the NES - What Does It Take
Presentation Title: Overcoming the challenges of small island country logistics Speakers: Samuel Nicholas CPost
Topic Presentation: Defining & Embracing Sustainability in and for international markets (Business Platform for Sustainability) Speakers: Tamira La Cruz President BPM Business Platform for Sustainability
Topic Presentation: Sustainability for international markets and real life examples Description of Subject: Becoming sustainable for international markets Increasingly local businesses, especially those that operate in an international environment are faced with actions about sustainability and climate. It's either their suppliers, customers, or brand owners that expect them to be more sustainable. For example,
Topic Presentation: Developing the IT Service Sector into becoming the 4th Economic Pillar for Curaçao Speakers: Danilo Zabala Blue Nap Americas Bio Danilo Zabala Danilo Zabala is the Chief Operating Officer of Dataplanet N.V., doing-business-as, Blue NAP Americas, where he oversees the overall operation and strategy of the company. He became COO in
Topic Presentation: Lessons Learned: Success Stories and Best Practices from Curacao's Export Champions Speakers: Herbert Luis (SOFTEX) Roy Knippenborg (Chobolobo) Esmeralda Levens-Wijngaarde (BearingPoint) Piet van Heijningen (Mijnmaatschappij Curaçao)
Title of Presentation: Bridging Financial Borders: Empowering Curacao Exporters to receive regional and international payments locally Description of Subject: The significance of receiving payments from your clients. Through e-commerce businesses can significantly improve their operations by applying more effective sales methods that help with better customer reach and an expanded client base, and through the
Topic Presentation: 2024 FATF evaluation Curaçao - The economic importance, business opportunities and threats Description of Subject: Cayman Island has been on the FATF "Grey List" for over a year now. Being on a grey list does have real-world impacts on businesses in those jurisdictions. During the presentation Benno will explain more about the
Topic Presentation: Is Our Advertising Campaign Legally Compliant? Description of Subject: Overlooking 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. The presentation will give a general overview of legal considerations when launching an advertising
Topic Presentation: The untapped potential of exporting natural assets Speakers: Luuk Weber Kolektivo
Title of Presentation: Trade Map/Market Access Map training for Curaçaon exporters Description of Subject: You are invited to join a 90-minute introductory webinar that will focus on ITC’s flagship market analysis tools, namely, Trade Map, Market Access Map, and Export Potential Map. The session will start on time at 08.00 Curaçao time. Two ITC Trainers Katerina BLANCHARD JOKLOVA will guide
Title of Presentation: Accessing International Finance: Securing funding and investment for export expansion/ RVO Instruments for Exports - SIB and DHI Topics to be discussed: What can The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) do for you? Customized country information and Support Subsidy: Support International Business (SIB) and demonstratieprojecten, haalbaarheidsstudies en investeringsvoorbereidingsstudies (DHI subsidy). Bio Mrs. Soelan
Topic Presentation: The untapped potential of exporting natural assets Description of Subject: Topics to be discussed: Understanding international contracts Understanding ’proper law’ Contracts for the sale of goods Contracts for the sale of services Negotiating in other business cultures Responsible Business Conduct Meeting international standards Protecting IP rights Resolving disputes
Topic Presentation: From Islands to Innovation Hubs: Empowering Small Nations Through IT Investments Speakers: Andrew Solomon Simia
Topic Presentation: Protecting global partnerships: Safeguarding your business in the global markets Description of Subject: Overlooking 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. The presentation will give a general overview of legal considerations when
Topic Presentation: The future of exports: Trends and innovations shaping the global trade landscape Speakers: Taiana Mora, Mary Derby, Tamira La Cruz
Topic Presentation: The Future of Investment: Exploring Curaçao's Diverse Market Opportunities Speakers: Jeanette Bonet CINEX
Topic Presentation: Nurturing local talent: Workforce Development for a Thriving Export Economy & Launch of the 2nd Edition Essay Competit Speakers: Guido Rojer University of Curaçao
Topic Presentation: Kick off for Business Climate Reform: An actionable plan to reduce red tape and lower the cost of doing business Speakers: Tamira La Cruz
Title of Presentation: Financial Solutions for the Caribbean Creative Industry Description of Subject: With boundless creativity, the Caribbean stands out as one of the most creative regions in the world, but the creative industries suffer constantly from a lack of funding. C15 Studios is offering several financial solutions for the sector and their General Manager,
Topic Presentation: Assessing Your Export Potential Description of Subject: The objective of this workshop is to provide participants with some inside into how to assess their Export potential. Tools used will be: • Export Canvas • Hotel Canvas Bio Mrs. Nelida Cathalina, Business & Export Coach, ProfPro Nelida Cathalina is a Certified Professional Coach
Title of Presentation: Making Sustainable Trade the Standard: Where Do I Start? Description of Subject: This presentation offered by ITC’s T4SD programme will focus on an introduction to sustainability standards, their relevance, and introduction to the Standards Map. Standards Map is a global public good solution, which is a neutral repository of information on over
Title of Presentation: The Role of Technology in Internationalization and Exporting in Priority Services Sectors Description of Subject: Bio Natallie Rochester, International Trade & Development Policy Expert, CEDR Accredited Mediator Ms. Natallie Rochester is an International Trade and Development Consultant with twenty years of experience in international trade and investment, business sector assessment, research and
Topic Presentation: Shifting the Payments Landscape - local online payments in the Dutch Caribbean and beyond Description of Subject: Changes in the global landscape are creating new opportunities across the Dutch Caribbean payments ecosystem. As new payment methods are becoming mainstream, seizing the momentum requires an understanding of the latest developments related to payments
Title of Presentation: USA Export Roundtable: Conducting Business Successfully in the USA - Three Practical Examples and Lessons Learned. Description of Subject: How to conduct business successfully in the USA by presenting three practical examples and lessons learned. Bio Mr. Erik Broekhuijsen, CEO, VanHollandGroup For people who do not know me yet, I am Erik
Title of Presentation: Doing Business with, in, and through the BES Islands Roundtable – Opportunities for Curacao Description of Subject: Doing Business with, in, and through the BES islands – ins and outs A roundtable meeting with the Special Envoy for the BES islands for EU- and UN-funding and economic relations with Latin America. During
Topic Presentation: Determining Markets: Tapping into DR Market - market opportunities for Curacao companies in DR. Bio Mrs. Taiana Mora Ramis, CEO, NEX Consultants S.R.L Ms. Taiana Mora has 30 years of experience in export development and export promotion of both goods and services. She has worked for more than 27 years for public and private
Topic Presentation: Tap Into the Regional Export Opportunities Speakers: Dr. Meredith Derby PMI Certified Project Manager Air Transport Business Consultant
Topic Presentation: Breaking into new markets Speakers: Meredith, Taiana, Erik, Xiomara Overman
Title of Presentation: Financial Solutions for the Caribbean Creative Industry Description of Subject: With boundless creativity, the Caribbean stands out as one of the most creative regions in the world, but the creative industries suffer constantly from a lack of funding. C15 Studios is offering several financial solutions for the sector and their General Manager,
Topic Presentation: Blue Economy as a driver for economic development Speakers: Luuk Weber Kolektivo
Topic Presentation: The contributions of healthy reefs to the export potential of Curaçao Speakers: Tripp Funderburk Reef Restoration Curacao
Topic Presentation: The Potential for Blue Carbon the in ABC Islands Speakers: Christie Mettes Metabolic Foundation
Topic Presentation: How can Island Nations Lead the Way in Blue Economy Exportation Speakers: Christie, Tripp, Luuk
Topic Presentation: Diving into the Future: The Proteus Underwater Research Center in Curaçao Speakers: Fabien Cousteau Proteus
Topic Presentation: MOU signing Proteus with Minister Ruisandro Cijntje of the Ministry of Economic Development of Curaçao Speakers: Fabien Cousteau Proteus