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A Message from the President
Welcome to the Canadian Netherlands Business and Professional Association (CNBPA).
The CNBPA has enjoyed a long history as one of the most vibrant and active European business chambers in Toronto. In addition to leading-edge business speakers, we provide a strong networking forum for both Dutch expatriates and Canadian business people with Dutch interests.
Our goals for 2010 are:
(1) continue to build community, membership and our online presence;
(2) host at least 6 diverse networking events;
(3) continue to ensure the CNBPA is self-sustaining through our long-term sponsorship strategy.
We always welcome new corporate and individual members and invite you to get involved through both our business and social events. We also invite you to join our LinkedIn and Facebook groups, and to follow us on Twitter.
We look forward to meeting you at our next event, and thank all the members and the Toronto Dutch business community for their ongoing support of the CNBPA.
Lisa Stam,
President
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Visit Dutch Treat, a social and cultural club for the Dutch-Canadian community in Toronto and the GTA: www.dutchtreat.ca
Visit the Dutch Canadian Business club in Calgary:
www.dcbc.ca
Listen to Dutch Touch Radio:
www.dutchtouchradio.com
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SUMMER FEEST 2010 - JULY 2010:
THE CNBPA'S ANNUAL SUMMER PARTY
at the National Yacht Club in Toronto.
Thank you to all who organized and attended this great event celebrating Dutch culture, friendships and business relationships.
Members also helped the community through a fun team-building exercise, after which 4 youth bicycles were donated to the Toronto Charity Frontlines - courtesy of KPMG
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MAY MEETUP 2010 - May 2010:
Biking & the Economy Meetup: How biking is gaining share in Toronto and helping to boost economic development
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Gil Penalosa, Executive Director of the Canadian non-profit
8 - 80 Cities as well as a successful international speaker and consultant.
The speaker was very engaging and successfully tied together biking, urban development, building effective community, and how all of that ties into economic development.
Thank you to all who organized and attended this unique event.
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FIRESIDE CHAT 2010 - March 2010:
The E-volution of Marketing: does your online business presence matter?
Darryl Konynenbelt, moderator
PANELISTS:
Tedde van Gelderen
President, Akendi, a human experience design firm
Laurie Dillon-Schalk
Chief Marketing Strategist, Social Wisdom.ca, a digital marketing agency
Justin Stockman
Director of Marketing MuchMusic, MTV, MuchMore
Court Elliot
Communications Manager, Philips Canada
This event was a huge success, and the speakers were smart, current, relevant and engaging; the attendees were very interested in what the speakers had to say.
Thank you to the speakers, our sponsors, and all who organized and attended this very successful event.
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ECONOMIC OUTLOOK 2010 - January 2009:
A collaborative effort between CNBPA and the Flanders Ontario Business Association (FOBA) at the Imperial Room, Royal York Hotel, Toronto.
A rare opportunity to hear firsthand the views of leading members of two European central banks about the economy and the prospects for growth.
Guest Speakers
Mr. Henk Brouwer, Executive Director, Nederlandsche Bank and Mr. Jan Smets, Director, Belgian National Bank. The event was emceed by CNBPA president Lisa Stam.
| BBN interview | with Mr. Brouwer and Mr. Smets
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CNBPA Annual General Meeting & Sinterklaas Social - November 26, 2009
OUR WORLD NEEDS MORE SUPERHEROES
Guest Speaker Hugh MacPhie, a principal with MacPhie & Company, spoke about writing his first book: Don't Forget Your Cape! What Preschoolers Teach Us About Leadership & Life
Special visitor Sinterklaas entertained and enthralled those who attended this exciting event.
CNBPA would like to thank the new and long-standing members for attending and participating in this year's AGM. We were delighted to see a number of new members join the board for 2010, and thank those departing for their service in 2009.
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The International Trade Branch of the government of Ontario in association with CNBPA presented:
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES in the EUROPEAN UNION
October 29, '09
The International Trade Branch of Ontario Government, in association with CNBPA presented: Business Opportunities in the European Union
at the Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Rd., Toronto on
Thursday, October 29, 2009
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MOULIN-À-VENT September 24, '09
A Business Networking Event and Wine Tasting of Moulin-à-Vent, one of the 10 Beaujolais Crus presented jointly by the CNBPA and the France-Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
This event was a fantastic success - We had great people, great wine and great food. The venue, Hôtel Le Germain, was perfect (modern, urban, informal).
Guests enjoyed a special 3-course dinner created by Le Germain's Executive Chef, David Chrystian.
Well-deserved thanks go to all who attended and especially to Marijke Kanters (VP, CNBPA) and Virginia Kuypers (France-Ontario Chamber) for a very successful collaboration.
We look forward to enjoying future events with the French Chamber!
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July 25th President's Day and 30th Anniversary celebration for the CNBPA
An Orange & White Party was held at Sunnyside Pavilion (Toronto). Guests enjoyed an afternoon of networking and memorable speakers who reflected on the last three decades; humble roots (Marten Mol), growth (Inez Mitchell) and future (Max Van Riel).
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June Open house at DUCA Financial's new Head Office and Main Branch
Hosted by President and CEO Jack Vanderkooy with
Guest Speaker: Hendrik Op 't Root, Architect (OAA)
DUCA Financial hosted a Wine & Cheese Open House reception on Tuesday, June 9, at DUCA Financial's new head office and main branch.
Speaker Hendrik Op 't Root, Architect (OAA) gave a talk on "Architecture & Urban Renewal: DUCA's new standard of banking for today's generation."
An interview with President and CEO of DUCA Financial, Jack Vanderkooy, by Darryl Konynenbelt
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(L-R) Jack Vanderkooy President & CEO DUCA Financial, Lisa Stam, President of CNBPA, and Hendrik Op 't Root, Architect (OAA) |
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May Networking Event 2009: Recession-Proof Networking
Guest Speaker: David Geldart, President of TISA (Trade & Investment Services Alliance)
Our sold out May Networking Event with TISA and the Belgian and Polish Chambers on May 27, 2009 started out with opening remarks from our CNBPA President Lisa Stam and followed by introductions from the different Chambers.
David Geldart, President of TISA (Trade & Investment Services Alliance) gave a very interesting and topical presentation on “Recession-Proof Networking”. It was a successful and well- attended event with a lot of opportunity to meet different people and network.
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Economic Outlook '09: A Perspective from A Different Bank - March 2009
Guest Speaker Peter Aceto, President and CEO of ING DIRECT Canada gave an outlook on the Canadian Economy, the challenges for the financial industry and the role for ING DIRECT in a market that still has opportunities to extend the message of "save your money".
Mr. Aceto was introduced by author and branding consultant Mr. Bruce Philp.
The event was emceed by CNBPA president Lisa Stam.
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International Trade Branch of the Ontario Government in Association with CNBPA present
Supply Chain Management in the European Union - February 2009
Supply chain operations are a critical element of a successful market access strategy, significantly impacting a company's bottom line. Identifying and managing the
costs of the EU distribution strategy
helps to achieve significant cost efficiencies. This workshop was targeted to Ontario manufacturing companies
that already have operations in Europe or are planning
on entering the European market for the first time.
Participants
had the opportunity to learn about:
• decision models of supply chain management
• the most competitive locations in Europe to set up
a hub for operations
• case-specific analysis of logistical solutions for
industrial, high-tech and medical equipment
• new trends in supply chain management
• sources of funding for inter modal sustainable
freight transport
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Fireside Chat '09: Orange, Green And Not In The Red: Can Going Green Be Profitable? - January 2009
Expert panel assembles at Toronto's University Club to discuss the challenges facing "Green" businesses in a red economy.
CNBPA welcomed more than 40 members and guests to hear first hand accounts of Canadian and European business leaders' green ventures for 2009.
The need for more investment and infrastructure into wind energy, bicycle paths, greener household products and greener food packaging dominated the discussion.
The forum was moderated by TV Journalist Darryl Konynenbelt of Global Television News.
Panelists included (L-R) Johan de Leeuw, Director of Wind Energy Solutions, Rolf Prins, Head of Marketing of Batavus, Darryl Konynenbelt, Global News (moderator), Jennifer Wright, Chief Environmental Officer, Green Shift and Tom Kaszas, Director of Global Environmental Sustainability, McCain Foods. Click company names for more information.
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Annual General Meeting & Sinterklaas Social - November 2008
Members and guests attended this year's AGM on November 27, 2008.
A special thank you to Ambassador Geerts who proved to be a compelling speaker, and to Consul General Kramer who kindly introduced the new Ambassador.
His Excellency gave a talk on how the Netherlands is dealing with the economic crisis, which was both interesting and informative.
Our visit from Sinterklaas was only topped off by the Ambassador leading us in a Sinterklaas song! Several new board members were elected to the 2009 CNBPA Board of Directors
Lisa Stam,
President
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Design Thinking: How it can foster innovation in your business! - SEPTEMBER 2008
SPEAKER: Job Rutgers
Job Rutgers, professor in Innovation Design at the Ontario College of Art and Design gave a presentation on how design thinking is shaping the current Business Environment.
Innovation is becoming a major strategic initiative for many businesses and Design Thinking is the process that will help foster innovation. Job Rutgers has years of experience in Philips design in the Netherlands and has lectured all over the globe. He is also a design strategy consultant at Rotman™’s designworks, an academic and commercial learning lab. He has worked on the Award winning Ambient Experience for Philips design.
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PRESIDENT'S DAY - JULY 2008
at the residence of The Consul-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Johan and Titia Kramer
We were treated to a wonderful setting for our celebration in the garden of Titia and Johan Kramer, Consul General of the Netherlands. Thank you for your hospitality. As a gesture of our thanks, the CNBPA donated $1000 on behalf of the Consul-General to the charity, Water for People. We chose this charity because of Mr. Kramer’s interest in water sustainability issues in the developing world.
Guests were treated to a host of Dutch goodies by the champion of the Dutch culinary experience in Canada: Jeff Van Niekerk of Continental Imports. With the perfect weather and familiar Dutch friends and family, a good time was had by all present and it was a true celebration of the Dutch experience in Canada.
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ECONOMIC OUTLOOK -
FEBRUARY 2008
Financial markets in turmoil: How do regulators react?
Annual conference with distinguished guest speaker
Mr. Hans Hoogervorst, Chairman of the Board of the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets, introduced by David Wilson, Chair and CEO of the Ontario Securities Commission.
Mr. Hoogervorst discussed the importance of good regulatory supervision and a level playing field in financial markets; the background of the subprime crisis, failing supervision and the reaction of European regulatory agencies to the crisis; and the call for a European central regulator.
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Arnout Ploos Van Amstel
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Mark Krajicek
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Jeroen Smakman
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Toronto Business Fireside Chat: Culture Clash in the Boardroom? January 31, 2008
Darryl Konynenbelt, mediator
Speakers:
- Arnout Ploos Van Amstel, President & Managing Director, Wyeth Canada
- Mark Krajicek, General Counsel & Secretary Philips Electronics Ltd.
- Jeroen Smakman, VP Mutual Funds, ING Direct
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Dutch Executives of leading Canadian divisions of multinationals discussed the charms and challenges of conducting business in a Canadian setting, and shared their insights about how to overcome cultural differences in Canada while maintaining the inside edge as managers in a foreign environment. PHOTO GALLERY |
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Martin VanDenzen hosting his weekly Dutch Touch Radio Program
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Martin VanDenzen and Lisa Stam
on the Dutch Touch Radio Program
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CNBPA Interview on Dutch Touch Radio Program
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Martin VanDenzen, host of Dutch Touch Radio, interviewed the new 2008 CNBPA President, Lisa Stam, at the studio of the community radio station,
CJMR 1320 in Oakville. Martin hosts his popular radio program every Saturday morning from 8:30-9:30am.
His program includes Dutch news, Dutch music and community announcements.
Martin VanDenzen interviews new
CNBPA
President Lisa Stam
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Adeodata Czink
Sinterklaas and Zwarte Piet |
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & SINTERKLAAS SOCIAL - NOVEMBER 2007
Held at the National Club
ADEODATA CZINK from Business Manners
Raised in the diplomatic community in Stockholm, Sweden, Adeodata Czink, an accomplished speaker on the business dynamics of cocktail parties and social graces related to international clients, gave an engaging and humorous presentation.
It was an informative but light-hearted backdrop to our holiday cocktail party social.
Also making an appearance - Zwarte Piet (Jeff van Niekerk) and Sinterklaas (Martin van Denzen)
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CNBPA's current Board of Directors: President Anthony Watanabe, Lisa Stam, Jeff van Niekerk, Philip Verhagen, Marijke Kanters, Carla Philp and Outi Hendriksen. (not present: Kevin Putnam, Roger Brenninkmeyer, Edzo Wisman, Darryl Konynenbelt and Sander Dankelman.)
The official Japanese Maple tree-planting ceremony: from left to right: Johan and Titia Kramer, Anthony Watanabe, Jelle Rekker and John Rekker. |
CNBPA PRESIDENT'S DAY- JULY 2007
Held at the residence of Johan and Titia Kramer, Consul General of the Netherlands. A Japanese Maple tree was planted in the Kramer’s garden, courtesy of the Rekker family (Rekreation Home and Garden Solutions).
Thanks to Johan and Titia Kramer for their hospitality, to Board members Jeff Van Niekerk of Continental Imports for the Dutch culinary goodies, to Roger Brenninkmeyer for the fantastic children’s program, and to Outi Hendriksen for choreographing the successful event.
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST - MAY 2007
Mr. Frans Visser, Managing Director, Group Industrial Products,
Campina, Interviewed by Jeff Sanford from Canadian Business
The joint venture between the Dutch dairy co-operative Campina and Vitalus of Abbotsford, British Columbia provided an interesting starting point for a wide-ranging business discussion about the value-added food business.
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ECONOMIC OUTLOOK -
JANUARY 2007
Monetary Policy and Developments in the Global and Canadian Economies.
Mr. David Dodge, Governor, Bank of Canada
Held in conjunction with the European Union Chamber of Commerce in Toronto,
Governor Dodge provided critical economic insight into the Canadian and
Global economies. |
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST
- MAY 2006
Sustainable Development in the World Today.
Mr. Clive Mather, President & CEO, Shell Canada
Mr. Mather discussed the current state of sustainable development
including alarm signals, responses so far and future prospects in his
presentation entitled "Red, Orange and Green."
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ECONOMIC OUTLOOK 2006
Economic Outlook 2006 - Prospects For Economic Growth in Europe,
Euro-Dollar Exchange Rates And Global Imbalances.
Dr. A.H.E.M. Wellink, President, De Nederlandsche Bank
Dr. Luc Coene , Vice Governor, National Bank of Belgium
Dr. Arnout Wellink, President, Nederlandsche Bank and Mr. Luc Coene, Vice Governor,
National Bank of Belgium discussed the prospects for economic growth in Europe,
euro-dollar exchange rates and global imbalances. |
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HollandFest
Liberation Day: PowerBreakfast 2005
Mr. William MacKinnon, CEO, KPMG Canada
Mr. William MacKinnon, CEO, KPMG Canada, in a speech entitled "The
Public Accounting Profession: How it has changed and its effect on
the marketplace" included remarks about Canadian plans to completely
align its accounting standards with Eurpean-based international practices
by 2010. |
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ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
2005 - MARCH 2005
David Longworth, Deputy Governor, Bank of Canada
Mr. David Longworth, Deputy Governor, Bank of Canada, discussed current economic
conditions and future economic prospects in a lunchtime speech entitled Monetary
Policy and the Economic Outlook. |
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST -
JANUARY 2005
Gillian Manning,
Volatile Currencies |
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST
- September 2004
Diane Francis, Editor at Large, Financial Post
Corporate Governance |
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST
- June 2004
Iain Burns, President & CEO, Philips Canada
The Philips Experience |
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CNBPA POWERBREAKFAST
- April 2004
Jeffrey Allgrove, President & CEO, Unilever Canada
Hollandfest Toronto |
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