Ever since Europe discovered the Americas, the islands of the Caribbean have acted as a gateway between the new continent and the old: the Western world’s original hub of commerce and logistics. No other island exemplifies this as perfectly, or as powerfully, as Curaçao. When the Dutch occupied the island in 1634, they acquired more […]
“The satisfaction that you get from public service, the diversity of subjects, and the chance to do one meaningful thing for one person, are the factors that drove me to take this position. So, despite all the politics that come with it, this remains one of the most rewarding jobs in the world.” TEXT NEELAM […]
Since his inauguration as the Minister of Economic Affairs, Steven Martina has already immersed himself in a myriad of ongoing projects and initiatives to stimulate the economy. Indeed it seems that the baton has been passed to very capable hands, and the Minister has hit the ground running.TEXT BY HELEN GRIFFITH Mind you, Steven Martina […]
The Connecting the Dots Business Conference took place from 19 – 22 October. The Conference focused on: inspiring, innovating and accelerating. It was hosted by the Ministry of Economic Development, the Representation of the Netherlands in Willemstad, the University of Curaçao, the National Platform on Youth Development, the Curaçao Innovation & Technology Institute (CITI), Curaçao […]
From Silicon Valley technology companies to New York-based investment firms, terms such as mindfulness, conscious decision-making, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness are making their way into the daily jargon of employees, CEOs, and entrepreneurs. It is a new trend that pushes us out of the old notions of pure productivity (to work fast and think fast), […]
After many years of negotiations, Curaçao Ports Authority, (CPA), and Curaçao Port Services, (CPS), have finally arrived at an agreement with regards to the long-standing monopoly held by CPS, over the island’s port containerization and stevedoring services. In September 2016, Minister of Economic Development, Eugene Ruggenaath, CPA Chief Executive Officer, Humberto de Castro and Fernando […]
The Government Accountant’s Foundation (SBAB) broadens its services with the introduction of the project, Guia den i Atministrashon Impuesto Temporal (GUAIT), or Guide in Tax Administration in English. This project aims to assist entrepreneurs in maintaining a sound financial administration in their businesses. This project is also intended for entrepreneurs who are in a challenged […]
TEXT NEELAM MELWANI ABOUT THE AWARDSIn 2016, Guardian Group, a financial planning and insurance company based in Curaçao, hosted its 9th annual ‘Best in Business Awards,’ an award developed to promote Curaçao’s lively entrepreneurial culture, and support the efforts of the best local entrepreneurs. This year, over 50 entrepreneurs applied to win the “Best in […]
The government has officially announced that the bill for captive insurance companies has gone into effect, which will be retroactive to January 1, 2013. This law is considered an important tool to continue supporting the international financial services on Curacao, which, in spite of the many obstacles put in its way, still has significant economic […]
Time and money. Two things entrepreneurs never have enough of, but a virtual assistant can provide. No matter how experienced the entrepreneur, most new business ventures bring a new set of challenges and a lot of responsibilities across the board. In the early stages, the entrepreneur will be the one developing the products and services, […]
