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SUMMARY:PROTEUS Curaçao Advancements: Where are we now?
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nProteus Curaçao Advancements: where are we now? \nProteus will provide an update: One year of the signing of the Monumental MoU Signing with Curaçao\, what are the advancements \n  \nSpeaker: \nLisa Marrocchino\, CEO PROTEUS Ocean Group
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/proteus-curacao-advancements-where-are-we-now/
LOCATION:TBA
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T094500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T170428Z
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SUMMARY:The Blue BioEconomy in Curaçao:  It’s Growth & Export Potential
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \n\n\nThe Blue BioEconomy in Curaçao: It’s Growth & Export Potential (Ministry of Economic Development)
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/the-blue-bioeconomy-in-curacao-its-growth-export-potential/
LOCATION:TBA
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
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SUMMARY:Expand Your Business Horizons: Join Us for a Trade Mission with Trinidad and Tobago
DESCRIPTION:Business Opportunity: Trinidad & Tobago Trade Mission \nAre you looking to expand your horizons and explore new business opportunities in a dynamic market? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the vibrant market of Trinidad & Tobago!
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/expand-your-business-horizons-join-us-for-a-trade-mission-with-trinidad-and-tobago/
LOCATION:Acoya Hotel Suites and Villas\, Dr. M. J. Hugenholtzweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T003926Z
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH EVENT: Medical & Wellness Tourism Export Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Launching the Medical & Wellness Tourism Export Strategy by Wellness Association\, Ministry of Economic Development & CINEX \n  \nPresentation Topic:  \nWorld Class Medical Services: Curacao\, the Island of Healing \n 
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/launch-event-medical-wellness-tourism-export-strategy/
LOCATION:Kura Hulanda\, Klipstraat\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T003558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T003558Z
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SUMMARY:Export Game Development for Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nGamification: Project Development for Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nHuntor Matson  \n Guido Rojer
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/export-game-development-for-curacao/
LOCATION:University of Curaçao\, 111 Jan Noorduynweg\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T105000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T003536Z
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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.vladesigns.com/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
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T003415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T003415Z
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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.vladesigns.com/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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T101000
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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.vladesigns.com/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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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240514T213000
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CREATED:20240510T173412Z
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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.vladesigns.com/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=UTC:20240513T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T002457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T002457Z
UID:4913-1715621400-1715630400@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:Networking Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Networking Happy Hour!
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/networking-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T164500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T173000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T002449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T002449Z
UID:4911-1715618700-1715621400@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: "Demystifying Exports"
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Panel “Demystifying Exports” \nPanel Discussion: “Demystifying Exports” and Q&A \nPanelists: \nTBA
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/panel-discussion-demystifying-exports/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T155500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T162500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T185404Z
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SUMMARY:Key Challenges of International expansion: How to succeed in the new market
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nKey Challenges of International expansion: How to succeed in the new market  \nExport Game Demonstration \n  \nSpeaker:  \nHunter Matson \n  \nABOUT SPEAKER: \nHunter Matson is a trade policy expert with more than a decade experience working with central government departments in the United States\, New Zealand\, and the United Kingdom.  He has a strong knowledge of WTO rules and agreements\, and has specialized expertise in trade and gender\, indigenous trade\, and micro\, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).  \nHunter previously worked at the UK’s Institute of Export & International Trade where he led the Institute’s work on trade policy and external engagement. Earlier he worked on sanitary and phytosanitary import regulations for the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries.  \nHe has authored white papers on topics such as TradeTech\, intra-African trade\, and trade in services. He has also participated in expert panels at the UK-US MSME Dialogue and the WTO Public Forum\, commenting on geopolitical events impacting global trade and policy initiatives needed to support more inclusive and sustainable trade. \nHunter holds a MSc in International Relations from the London School of Economics and a BA in Government from the University of Texas at Austin.
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/key-challenges-of-international-expansion-how-to-succeed-in-the-new-market/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T152000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T155000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T002420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T182154Z
UID:4901-1715613600-1715615400@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:Caribbean Women in Trade: Benefits of the platform for local women entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic: \nCaribbean Women in Trade: Benefits of the platform for local women entrepreneurs \n  \nSpeaker: \nAndrea M. Ewart\, Esq. \n  \nABOUT SPEAKER: \nAndrea Ewart is a Jamaican national and US-trained customs and international trade attorney with her own firm\, DevelopTradeLaw\, LLC\, which works with businesses\, governments\, and entrepreneurs to facilitate the successful movement of goods and services across national borders. Ms. Ewart also consults for Caribbean businesses and governments on World Trade Organization (WTO)\, Caribbean Single Market & Economy (CSME)\, U.S.-Caribbean trade relations\, trade negotiations\, trade facilitation\, and other trade issues. Prior to opening her own firm\, Andrea Ewart worked in international trade regulation and legislation with the U.S. law firm of Holland & Knight\, LLP.
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/caribbean-women-in-trade-benefits-of-the-platform-for-local-women-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T144500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T151500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T002409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T002555Z
UID:4897-1715611500-1715613300@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:The Curaçaoan Economy in Relation to Other Small Island States
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topic:  \nThe Curaçaoan Economy in Relation to Other Small Island States &  A Detailed Look at the Economic Opportunities for the Economy of Curaçao: Overview of our export performance. \nSpeaker: \nProfessor Roger Hosein
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/the-curacaoan-economy-in-relation-to-other-small-island-states/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T144000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T002209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T002209Z
UID:4893-1715610600-1715611200@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: Demystifying Exports with Curaçao's National Strategy in 2024
DESCRIPTION:Opening speech by Minister of Economic Development Mr. Ruisandro Cijntje
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/empowering-local-entrepreneurs-demystifying-exports-with-curacaos-national-strategy-in-2024/
LOCATION:Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort\, Piscadera Bay\, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20240503T000608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T000746Z
UID:4879-1715598000-1715601600@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:DutchCulture and Europe + Heritage program: a pilot for the Dutch Caribbean part of the Kingdom
DESCRIPTION:A webinar for heritage organizations and heritage professionals about collaborations between Europe and the Caribbean part of the Kingdom.   DutchCulture supports the heritage sector in the Kingdom of the Netherlands in international cultural collaborations. They offer advice and financial assistance through the Travel Expenses Scheme and Support Scheme of the Europe + Heritage program. In this webinar\, Jacomine Hendrikse\, advisor for Europe + Heritage\, will explain how DutchCulture can facilitate international collaborations for heritage professionals in Aruba\, Bonaire\, Curacao\, Saba\, Sint Eustatius\, and Sint Maarten. \n  \nSpeaker: \nJacomine Hendrikse
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/dutchculture-and-europe-heritage-program-a-pilot-for-the-dutch-caribbean-part-of-the-kingdom/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220935Z
UID:4699-1684498500-1684499400@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/mou-signing-proteus-with-minister-ruisandro-cijntje-of-the-ministry-of-economic-development-of-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T121500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T035208Z
UID:4697-1684496700-1684498500@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/diving-into-the-future-the-proteus-underwater-research-center-in-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T114500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220551Z
UID:4695-1684494000-1684496700@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/how-can-island-nations-lead-the-way-in-blue-economy-exportation/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T000620Z
UID:4691-1684492200-1684494000@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/the-potential-for-blue-carbon-the-in-abc-islands/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230519T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230519T103000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T175503Z
UID:4693-1684490400-1684492200@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/the-contributions-of-healthy-reefs-to-the-export-potential-of-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T100000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T033926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T175413Z
UID:4689-1684488600-1684490400@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
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.vladesigns.com/event/blue-economy-as-a-driver-for-economic-development/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230519T093000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T034823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T000522Z
UID:4701-1684486800-1684488600@curacaoexport.vladesigns.com
SUMMARY:Food Security in Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nFood Security in Curaçao \n  \nSpeakers: \nAlvin Daal \n 
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/food-security-in-curacao/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230424T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T234423Z
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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.vladesigns.com/event/cew-creative-industries-one-on-one-meetings/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:In Person
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
CREATED:20230513T033417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T033417Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking into new markets
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nBreaking into new markets \n  \nSpeakers: \nMeredith\,  \nTaiana\,  \nErik\,  \nXiomara Overman
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/breaking-into-new-markets/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
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SUMMARY:Tap Into the Regional Export Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nTap Into the Regional Export Opportunities \n  \nSpeakers: \nDr. Meredith Derby \nPMI Certified Project Manager Air Transport Business Consultant
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/tap-into-the-regional-export-opportunities/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY:Determining Markets: Tapping into DR Market - market opportunities for Curacao companies in DR.
DESCRIPTION:Topic Presentation: \nDetermining Markets: Tapping into DR Market – market opportunities for Curacao companies in DR. \n  \nBio Mrs. Taiana Mora Ramis\, CEO\, NEX Consultants S.R.L \nMs. 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 organizations throughout the Caribbean\, including strategies\, policy advisors\, capacity building\, export training\, and export plan development\, especially for services export\, including creative industries. She was the Executive Director of the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export). She is currently the Managing Director of NEX Consulting\, an international consulting firm specializing in development cooperation and international trade reaching the wider Caribbean and supporting different countries’ public and private sectors including Curaçao through its Desk in the Dominican Republic. \nTaiana Mora is the Director of the Dominican Republic Coalition of Services (CSRD) and President of the Latin American Association of Services Exporters (ALES) Board of Directors. She is also vice president of the Dutch-Dominican Chamber of Commerce. \nShe has assisted more than 700 companies and organizations through training\, coaching\, advice\, and international marketing. Through her consultancy\, she has promoted and facilitated the establishment of 5 organizations related to services export. She has extensive experience in the Caribbean\, the US\, and Europe markets. \nShe has participated in multiple training and events related to service export and creative industries in the EU\, WTO\, the Caribbean\, and Latin American countries.  She has also researched service providers and EPA trade agreements and delivered training on the subject matter. She has developed a training and coaching program for service providers that has been seen as an example internationally. \n  \nMs. Mora has postgraduate study in Marketing and graduate study in Communications. She has been a presenter in multiple international fora and events in the Caribbean\, Latin America\, and Europe. She is the author of 6 books including two studies on the Dominican Republic’s strategy for the Caribbean commissioned and published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic (one co-authored) a recent publication of the history of 30 years of EU Cooperation in the DR (with FLACSO University- coauthored) and  Diplomacia de la Solidaridad\, a history of the EU Delegation in the Dominican Republic.
URL:https://curacaoexport.vladesigns.com/event/determining-markets-tapping-into-dr-market-market-opportunities-for-curacao-companies-in-dr/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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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.vladesigns.com/event/knowledge-session-doing-business-in-bes-islands/
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CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230517T141500
DTSTAMP:20260524T130319
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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.vladesigns.com/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
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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.vladesigns.com/event/shifting-the-payments-landscape-local-online-payments-in-the-dutch-caribbean-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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