The 5th Pan American Aviation Safety Summit took place during from September 8-12, 2014 at the World Trade Center of Curaçao. The event featured the presentation of risk mitigation programs, garnering the attention of over 200 delegates representing airlines, civil aviation authorities, airports, manufacturers and regional and international industry associations. Over 50 airline representatives attended […]
On 25 November 2015, the Curaçao Hospitality and Tourism Association (CHATA) organized a conference on the topic of sustainability, with the aim of creating awareness among key stakeholders on the importance of mitigating and preventing the adverse effects of development on the environment through utilizing an integrated approach to development. TEXT BY NEELAM MELWANI The […]
With raving reviews and congratulations still rolling in several weeks after the conference, the 16th annual Caribbean Shipping and Executives Conference, (CSEC), hosted by the Curaçao Ports Authority, (CPA), was such a huge success that many of the delegates from the port and shipping industry, were awe-struck and even perhaps a little envious.TEXT BY FARAH […]
In September, Curaçao Financial Group N.V. (CFG) organized a seminar entitled “ Exit Planning Curaçao: Just An Illusion?” Various Business owners, tax consultants, accountants, lawyers, insurance brokers and investors were present. During the session, Walter Blijleven, a Certified Valuations Analyst and co-founder of CFG explained the essence of exit planning. TEXT TAHNEE BRUIN Exit Planning […]
In its endeavor to increase maritime-related activities in the harbor of Curaçao, Curaçao Ports Authority made good progress extending its contract with the Dutch company Van Oord Marine Ingenuity. On June 30th, they also signed a new contract with the local company Nederex and the Dutch shipyard Scheepswerf Damen. Since 2003, Van Oord has exploited […]
Regardless of whether you work in a company or run your own business, being able to present your ideas in a compelling manor will help you succeed. This book is not just for the sales and marketing folks. Powerful presentation skills are essential in every part of business, including: IT, customer relations, HR, legal, operations, […]
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 […]
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 […]
“CSR is all about incorporating respect, transparency, and inclusion of the community. It’s like a three-legged stool. If one leg is missing the stool won’t stand up.” -Bernarda Elizalde, Responsible Mineral Development Consultants, Inc. Corporate Social Responsibility: A Must for the Development of CuraçaoCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that is becoming more and […]
This year, Curaçao North Sea Jazz will celebrate its fifth anniversary – five years of the most exciting, celebrity-filled event to hit the islands, on the 29th and 30th of August 2014 at the World Trade Center near Piscadera Bay. This year is expected to be just as entertaining as ever, with performances by internationally […]
