Programme
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Throughout the day, there will be an art exhibition in the hallway between stands 57 and 85, leading towards the staircase that leads up to the presentation rooms. Artist Jim Collier will wow you with his work.
The children's room with toys, books and arts & crafts material as well as drinks and snacks is located in the Beursfoyer directly opposite the entrance.The room will be managed by GlobalParentz, who can also support in making the right childcare choice affordable for your family. Studio World Child offers creative educational workshops from a global perspective and invites children of all ages to come to the children's room to make their own colourful Rangoli to celebrate Divali: the Indian festival of light.
For questions on the programme, please come to the Expatica stand to the left of the Main Stage. In addition to the Expatica team, the following experts will be available to answer any questions you might have in their area of expertise:
Job Hunting Advice
by Undutchables – Nick van der Dussen
10:15 – 11:45
more info >> Since 1996 Undutchables intermediates between international companies in the Netherlands and internationals wanting to continue their career. Undutchables is therefore an expert on the international job market within the Netherlands. We can give personal career advice, up to date information about the job market and specific fields, cultural differences and how to find the perfect job. You can also attend our workshop to get an overview of all this information at once.
Nick van der Dussen is Commercial Manager & Manager Execuative Recruitment at Undutchables.
Immigration Law
by Kroes Advocaten Immigration Lawyers – Jelle Kroes
11:45 – 13:00
more info >> Jelle Kroes is the founder of Kroes Advocaten Immigration Lawyers, a boutique law firm specialised in Netherlands and European immigration law. Jelle has been an immigration lawyer for some 15 years. He is a specialist in the field of labour immigration, with a particular interest for elite sports people. He is chair of the Immigration law Committee of the Dutch Bar Association (NOvA) and a member of the Dutch immigration specialists association (Svma). He is also Secretary of the International Bar Association (Immigration and nationality law committee). Jelle frequently gives courses on labour immigration to fellow practitioners and HR managers. He is fluent in English, French, German and Spanish.
Taxation
by Expatax
13:00 – 14:15
more info >> Expatax can assist you with your tax issues in the Netherlands. We can help you with your tax return and also with the application for the 30% ruling. In this presentation, we will inform you about the requirements which have to be met and the procedures which have to be followed to get the 30% ruling. We will share our experience with the 30% ruling with you.
Expatax is focused on providing tax, payroll and accountancy services to international companies and their employees, but also a single freelancer can request our help with the preparation of all necessary forms.
Expat Banking
by ABN AMRO Bank – Desiree van der Laar & Rosa Obbink
14:15 – 15:30
more info >> For the past few years Desiree has been working for ABN AMRO International Clients very dedicatedly. She has a true passion for financial services and her clients, which makes her a very high-skilled Preferred Banker. Based on her recommendations, ABN AMRO compiled the special International Client Mortgage policies in 2010. This makes her the specialist you might have been looking for when it comes to Buying a House in the Netherlands. Besides mortgages Desiree is also a known expert when it comes to investments, savings and insurances, so please feel free to talk to her about any of these ABN AMRO services. Desiree is always ready to help.
Rosa has been a dedicated member of our International Clients team for years now. Her positive attitude and in-depth knowledge of all our international financial services make her a great Preferred Banker. She was one of the co-writers of our special International Client Mortgage policies and therefor an expert when it comes to Buying a House in the Netherlands. In her day-to-day work, Rosa offers financial services to our international relations and helps out with the difficulties International Tax ruling can cause. She always finds time for her clients.
Housing
by Mie-Lan Kok Estate Agency – Mie Lan Kok
15:30 – 16:00
more info >> Mie-Lan Kok Estate Agency is an enthusiastic, flexible and professional estate agency specializing in retail property purchase and sale mediation and property appraisal in the Amsterdam-Haarlem-Hoofddorp region. We are firm believers in a personal approach and in fair play, anchored in a strong personal bond of trust with you as our principal. Not only are we up to speed on the local market, but our specialist focus on the purchase and sale of residential properties for expatriate clients has earned us the moniker of “expat’s expert”, inspiring confidence in the successful completion of the engagements with which we are entrusted.
Mie-Lan originally started as an estate agent at a firm for mortgages, helping them to find residential properties for their expatriate clients. In 2002 she started her own estate agency. With almost ten years estate agency experience with expats in the Amsterdam region, she has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience. Honest, reliable, professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with are some of the words her clients use to describe her.
Main stage
Toastmasters of the Netherlands will act as Masters of Ceremony throughout the fair. They will introduce all the speakers and will present the prizes won by visitors.
Salsa on Stage
by eXtremoS – Jennifer Benavidez
11:00 – 11:15 (& 16:00 – 16:15)
more info >> Ready to start your salsa addiction? Get your hips moving in the right direction! A mini beginner dance workshop the perfect way to get introduced to the basics steps! Impress your friends on your next tropical holiday! On the Main Stage, Jennifer Benavidez with Extremos Salsa Dance School will demonstrate her love of the dance with a merengue mini-workshop and salsa freestyle demonstration! Jennifer loves salsa: it´s been her passion for over 15 years. Born in the US, her Mexican heritage has given her dancing rico sabor (good flavour). She discovered ‘partner’ dancing in 1992, and has enjoyed training, performing and just plain dancing salsa in such places as LA, NY, Puerto Rico, UK, Chicago, Israel, Berlin, Prague, Houston, and Milan. You can see her in numerous TV / film projects such as VOC, Alleen Nog Een Man, Life and Cooking, I Love the 80´s, Hoe? Zo!, Alternative Love, TMF, So You Think You Can Dance, The Way She Moves, and The Life of David Gayle. The school is one of the main organisers of the Amsterdam Salsa Festival which features dancers from all over Europe.
Secrets of Professional Speaking; How to Present Like a Rock Star to Any Audience
by Successful Speaker Now – Barbara Rogoski
11:30 – 11:45
more info >> Come listen to American professional speaker, Barbara Rogoski, as she presents a few tips and secrets to be a successful public speaker. Are you afraid to speak to an audience or do you speak for your business and want to improve your skills?
You can learn the techniques to overcome these fears, freshen up your content and deliver and make an impact with passion and power. Remember, speak with passion!
Raffle
by Expatica and sponsors, hosted by Toastmasters
11:50 – 12:00 (& 13:15 – 13:30 & 15:35 – 15:45)
more info >> To join our raffle, all you need to do is be seated on one of the chairs directly in front of the Main Stage. Each chair will be numbered, while corresponding numbers are held in the raffle bag. One number will be drawn for each prize and if you happen to be seated on the corresponding chair, you win! It's that simple. A list of the prizes on offer can be seen here.
Capoeira
by Kazimbo - sponsored by UCC-Services
12:15 – 12:30
more info >> Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art developed by slaves brought from Africa to Brazil during the colonial period. It combines movements, kicks and music. Vagner A. Madureira, known as Professor Kizomba, was born in in Sao Paõlo Brazil on 13 June 1974. He started to practice Capoeira in 1989 in a city called Sorocaba, where he lived for most of his life. He moved to the Netherlands in April 2003.
'How to be Orange' Preview NL Theater Tour
by Greg Shapiro
12:45 – 13:15
more info >> Greg Shapiro – The American Nederlander – is known from Boom Chicago, Comedy Central News and BNR's ‘New & Improved America’. In his first solo show 'Going Dutch', Greg told the story of his assimilation into Dutch culture. Now, he delivers an evening of stand-up and interactive theater, featuring his outsider’s perspective on the Dutch identity crisis, ending on an assimilation course for the Dutch themselves. 'How to Be Orange' is for those who live here longer, investigating how to fit in when 'full is full,' how to reconcile the terms 'Freedom' & 'Party,' and how to dye your hair blond, if necessary. In essence, ‘How to Be Orange’.please check gregoryshapiro.com.
Greg will be touring with his show between October 2011 and May 2012; for dates and venues, please check gregoryshapiro.com.
Raffle
by Expatica and sponsors, hosted by Toastmasters
13:15 – 13:30 (& 11:50 – 12:00 & 15:35 – 15:45)
more info >> To join our raffle, all you need to do is be seated on one of the chairs directly in front of the Main Stage. Each chair will be numbered, while corresponding numbers are held in the raffle bag. One number will be drawn for each prize and if you happen to be seated on the corresponding chair, you win! It's that simple. A list of the prizes on offer can be seen here.
“Stomp X-Large” stand up storytelling
by Wijnand Stomp A.KA. Mister Anansi
13:45 – 14:15
more info >> Wijnand Stomp is one of the best known storytellers of the Netherlands. As Mister Anansi, he has created and performed in many shows, always using his colourful heritage as a powerful source of inspiration. The Dutch Antilles, his father’s country, as much as the Netherlands, his mother’s country, are important roots. Stomp is a physical storyteller who, for the past 25 years, has been able to captivate his audiences with his passionate and theatrical style of storytelling. Stomp’s stories are compelling, mischievous and fun. With humour, contagious cheek and a dash of wisdom, Stomp is able to move audiences of all ages. His easy and flexible voice enables him to change parts instantly and infuse his words with strong imaginative power. Stomp tends to refer to his style as stand-up storytelling, a physical mix of storytelling, stand-up comedy and music. With dizzying speed, he changes parts and whisks you along in a whirlwind of stories. Before you know it, you are, for the moment, taken to a different world.
Job Hunting Advice
by Undutchables
14:30 – 15:00 (& 11:30 - 12:00 in the Verweij Kamer)
more info >> Undutchables Recruitment Agency matches well-educated internationals with vacancies that require a native or fluent command of one or more languages other than Dutch. Would you like to continue your career in sales, finance, customer service or another office sector? Undutchables can help you find the perfect job within an international environment. Please come to our booth (nr. 5) to explore your career possibilities with our experienced recruiters. We have an original gift for everyone who brings their CV.
Be sure to come to our workshop as we will discuss the following interesting topics: writing a good CV, applying for jobs, preparing for an interview, working in The Netherlands and cultural differences. The workshop will be given by experienced recruitment consultants, specialised in career advice for multilingual professionals who want to continue their career in the Netherlands.
Cool-jazz, Rhythm & Blues and Soul
by Curtis Darby
15:15 – 15:35
more info >> With a brilliant mix of Cool-jazz, Rhythm & Blues and Soul, Curtis Darby brings high-quality music. He has recorded with many of the top in the music industry and has appeared in several well-known international publications. He is a product of 5 generations of singers and musicians, being related to Terrence Trent Darby, Keb’ Mo' and many successful gospel singers. As a percussionist, Curtis started off in church and toured professionally in Philadelphia and surroundings from the age of 14. He then worked as a trumpet player in Los Angeles for 14 years, whilst also writing for several other musicians.
In Europe, Curtis performed with many musical celebrities like Marcus Miller and George Duke on for example the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Netherlands. He always gets his audience to smile when he plays his harmonica and percussion instruments. After the summer, he will release his latest CD “Honoring my Legacy”, a CD that he wrote, arranged and produced himself.
Raffle
by Expatica and sponsors, hosted by Toastmasters
15:35 – 15:45 (& 11:50 – 12:00 & 13:15 – 13:30)
more info >> To join our raffle, all you need to do is be seated on one of the chairs directly in front of the Main Stage. Each chair will be numbered, while corresponding numbers are held in the raffle bag. One number will be drawn for each prize and if you happen to be seated on the corresponding chair, you win! It's that simple.
During this raffle, the grand prize: a 3-wheeled Babboe Bakfiets will be given away. A list of the prizes on offer can be seen here.
Salsa on Stage

by eXtremoS – Jennifer Benavidez
16:00 – 16:15 (& 11:00 – 11:15)
more info >> Ready to start your salsa addiction? Get your hips moving in the right direction! A mini beginner dance workshop the perfect way to get introduced to the basics steps! Impress your friends on your next tropical holiday! On the Main Stage, Jennifer Benavidez with Extremos Salsa Dance School will demonstrate her love of the dance with a merengue mini-workshop and salsa freestyle demonstration! Jennifer loves salsa: it´s been her passion for over 15 years. Born in the US, her Mexican heritage has given her dancing rico sabor (good flavour). She discovered ‘partner’ dancing in 1992, and has enjoyed training, performing and just plain dancing salsa in such places as LA, NY, Puerto Rico, UK, Chicago, Israel, Berlin, Prague, Houston, and Milan. You can see her in numerous TV / film projects such as VOC, Alleen Nog Een Man, Life and Cooking, I Love the 80´s, Hoe? Zo!, Alternative Love, TMF, So You Think You Can Dance, The Way She Moves, and The Life of David Gayle. The school is one of the main organisers of the Amsterdam Salsa Festival which features dancers from all over Europe.
Presentations
The presentation rooms are located on the first-floor gallery. To reach them, please go via the art exhibition in the hallway between stands 57 and 85 and take the stairs (or lift) up to the first floor. Once there, turn left to reach the gallery, right to walk along it and left again to reach to the rooms.
Expat Banking
by Lloyds TSB Bank (Gibraltar) Limited – Eduards Baginskis
10:45 – 11:15 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> At Lloyds TSB International, we understand the challenges of international life. So we offer guidance and products that many local banks can’t provide, from multi-currency accounts, to savings and investments. Our Premier International Account is tailored to match the unique demands of global life giving our customers access to their money anytime, anywhere.
The Premier International Account helps customers manage their money with current accounts available in Sterling, US Dollar and Euro, and globally accepted Visa debit cards in both currencies. International travellers have the convenience of a Concierge service which includes comprehensive phone-based assistance with everything from travel bookings and car rentals to events and destination information, worldwide; and up to 35% off first year’s membership of airport lounge access with Priority Pass.
Brand yourself and shine
by Via Career Coaching – Maartje van Amelsfort
10:45 – 11:15 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> What is the image you are bringing across? In times of tweeting colleagues, LInking managers and facebooking friends – it has become more important than ever to profile ourselves. How can you brand yourself in such a way that interesting work projects, challenging jobs and amazing new opportunities come your way? In this interactive workshop we will work on sharpening your personal brand and creating a communication plan. This workshop is given by Maartje van Amelsfort, career coach, trainer and founder of Via Career Coaching. For more info visit www.viacareercoaching.com.
Starting your business as a self-employed entrepreneur
by Kamer van Koophandel – Arjen Schol
10:45 – 11:15 in the Verweij Kamer
more info >> The Chamber of Commerce for Amsterdam is your essential first call when contemplating setting-up a business (e.g. as freelancer, zzp) in the region. Also, it's the essential reference point for every firm doing or seeking to do business in the Amsterdam region. Information is given to individual companies or persons as well as collectively (in the form of seminars) on a wide range of subjects, from setting up and growing one’s business, to environment and energy issues, to statistical data and best practices. On 5 November 2011, the chamber organises a big event (Startersdag) for start-ups in the Passengers Terminal (PTA) in Amsterdam, however the program is in Dutch. During the “i am not a tourist” Expat Fair, Arjen Schol, one of the start-up consultants will guide you through your first questions concerning starting your own business.
If you're unable to join or still have unanswered questions, don't hesitate to consult one of our business consultants (call 020-5314684, or email consulenten@amsterdam.kvk.nl).
How to buy a house in Holland
by Expat Mortgages – Bart van Heijst
11:30 – 12:00 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> In response to the increasing number of expats asking for advice on home financing issues, Henk Jansen and Chris van Maasdijk decided to set up Expat Mortgages, an independent broker, devoted entirely to providing expats with mortgage advice in the language they understand. Expat Mortgages works with any bank, including ABN AMRO. They will help with the arrangements with all parties involved, including estate agents and notary offices, where they will be present when the contract is signed and the property conveyed. All this at the same costs you would pay to any bank when dealing with them directly, being 1% of the mortgage amount.
Bart van Heijst has a bachelor's degree in International Business and Languages and is a very passionate SEH acknowledged mortgage consultant. His goal is to make the mortgage process as comfortable for the customer as possible with the best possible result.
The Dutch Education system & International Education in the Netherlands
by Educaide – Willemijn van Oppen
11:30 – 12:00 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> Educaide is the solution house for international education in the Netherlands, advising the full spectrum of international education stakeholders. Its experience ranges from advising the Ministry of Education to counseling families with the challenges of expatriation. Educaide offers strategic and practical advice. It is the only consultancy of its kind in the Netherlands, always bearing the best interest of students in mind. In addition, our vast network of qualified teachers worldwide has helped Dutch international (and bilingual) schools find and employ great native-English speaking educators.
Willemijn van Oppen founded Educaide on a broad array of lessons she drew from her experience, challenges and inspiration while abroad (USA and Japan). Willemijn’s own experiences as an expatriate and repatriate compelled her to apply her knowledge and experience to improve international education in the Netherlands.
Job Hunting Advice
by Undutchables
11:30 - 12:00 in the Verweij Kamer (& 14:30 – 15:00 on the Main Stage)
more info >> Undutchables Recruitment Agency matches well-educated internationals with vacancies that require a native or fluent command of one or more languages other than Dutch. Would you like to continue your career in sales, finance, customer service or another office sector? Undutchables can help you find the perfect job within an international environment. Please come to our booth (nr. 5) to explore your career possibilities with our experienced recruiters. We have an original gift for everyone who brings their CV.
Be sure to come to our workshop as we will discuss the following interesting topics: writing a good CV, applying for jobs, preparing for an interview, working in The Netherlands and cultural differences. The workshop will be given by experienced recruitment consultants, specialised in career advice for multilingual professionals who want to continue their career in the Netherlands.
Buying a house in the Netherlands - the ABN AMRO expat mortgage
by ABN AMRO Bank – Desiree van der Laar & Rosa Obbink
12:15 – 12:30 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> For the past few years Desiree has been working for ABN AMRO International Clients very dedicatedly. She has a true passion for financial services and her clients, which makes her a very high-skilled Preferred Banker. Based on her recommendations, ABN AMRO compiled the special International Client Mortgage policies in 2010. This makes her the specialist you might have been looking for when it comes to Buying a House in the Netherlands. Besides mortgages Desiree is also a known expert when it comes to investments, savings and insurances, so please feel free to talk to her about any of these ABN AMRO services. Desiree is always ready to help.
Rosa has been a dedicated member of our International Clients team for years now. Her positive attitude and in-depth knowledge of all our international financial services make her a great Preferred Banker. She was one of the co-writers of our special International Client Mortgage policies and therefor an expert when it comes to Buying a House in the Netherlands. In her day-to-day work, Rosa offers financial services to our international relations and helps out with the difficulties International Tax ruling can cause. She always finds time for her clients.
The most beautiful day of your life....arranged in Style
by Pure Wedding – Uyen Huynh
12:15 – 12:45 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> Pure Wedding is specialised in the complete care of exclusive and multicultural weddings. We are the only wedding planner in the Netherlands that is certified by the American Association for Wedding Professionals International. Pure Wedding is an international wedding planning company, because we have more than five nationalities between us. We all speak our mother tongue and at least two other languages, including Dutch and English as well as Asian and Arabic languages. With the skills of our staff, we guarantee professionalism, creativity and exclusivity.
Personal Business Image
by Carina Personal Styling – Carina van der Kloet
12:15 – 12:55 in Verweij Kamer
more info >> Does your image communicate your professional best? Within the first few seconds of meeting, people form opinions about you based on your personal appearance. You are evaluated by the image you project. When you are conscious of the message you convey with your clothes and know how to project the right style, you can achieve a positive and lasting impression that will promote professional success. Carina Personal Styling helps develop a strong first impression and professional presence through wardrobe and image development. During the workshop you learn what unspoken message you say with your clothes and how to define appropriate dress according to professional occasions. It gives you practical insight in the psychological effect of colors in the work force.
Global Financial Crisis? So What! - How to be successful in the Netherlands
by Expertise in Labour Mobility – Nannette Ripmeester
13:00 – 13:30 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> Founder and director of Expertise in Labour Mobility, Nannette Ripmeester will be giving a presentation on how to become successful in the Netherlands. In ‘Global Financial Crisis? So What!', Nannette Ripmeester will give information on different aspects of Dutch life. What makes a successful job interview and other questions will be explained in ‘Job-hunting in the Netherlands'. ‘Working in the Netherlands' will explain the differences in management culture and how to handle these. ‘Living in the Netherlands' will give you the know-how to live and get along with the Dutch. This 30-minute session will take you through the main cultural issues quickly, while providing many tips and tricks to successfully integrate into the different aspects of Dutch society. The interactive presentation will equip you with all the knowledge to become successful and better deal with the Dutch!
Buying a House in the Netherlands
by De Boer Financial Consultants – Jose de Boer
13:00 – 13:30 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> FVB de Boer financial consultants are financial advisors with a passion. Their passion is to help their international clients feel at home in the world of Dutch finances. They are highly educated, highly skilled, but foremost they are financial consultants who want to look after their client's interest. They give financial advice, arrange (expat-) mortgages, help you plan your financial future, arrange your pension and give lots of service....
You might think that you face a double hurdle: you do not hold a European passport and on top of that you have a temporary contract of employment. So what are the chances of obtaining a mortgage and buying your own house? It always gives FVB de Boer great pleasure to tell their Expat client: Yes you can!.
Starting a Business in the Netherlands 
by Women's Business Initiative - Suzy Ogé
13:45 – 14:15 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> Suzy Ogé is an American business woman and the Founder and Director of the Women’s Business Initiative International, based in The Hague. The WBII is an incubator and business centre for entrepreneurial women. Through Etcetera Consulting, Suzy specialises in coaching small business owners and start ups. She is an Adjunct Professor at Webster University in Leiden, the Netherlands, and teaches business development and mentors student-run start-ups at the New Business School Amsterdam. Suzy is a frequent speaker at other universities, organisations and corporations on the topics of Entrepreneurship, Success, Women in Business, Communication, Cross-cultural issues, etc.
Buy now but keep your options open for later - Buy, sell, and rent strategies for expats 
by Perfect Group - Fred Tromp
13:45 – 14:15 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> In 2011 many new rental rules have been introduced which make it attractive to rent out your property. What are these rules? What are my options on the short-stay and long-stay market? How can I manage my apartment when abroad? Perfect Group gives you the full picture of these rules and the rental business and explains what you need to consider when buying to ensure you have a range of possibilities later.
Buying a home in the Netherlands
by Mie-Lan Kok Estate Agency – Mie Lan Kok
14:30 – 15:00
more info >> Mie-Lan Kok Estate Agency is an enthusiastic, flexible and professional estate agency specializing in retail property purchase and sale mediation and property appraisal in the Amsterdam-Haarlem-Hoofddorp region. We are firm believers in a personal approach and in fair play, anchored in a strong personal bond of trust with you as our principal. Not only are we up to speed on the local market, but our specialist focus on the purchase and sale of residential properties for expatriate clients has earned us the moniker of “expat’s expert”, inspiring confidence in the successful completion of the engagements with which we are entrusted.
Mie-Lan originally started as an estate agent at a firm for mortgages, helping them to find residential properties for their expatriate clients. In 2002 she started her own estate agency. With almost ten years estate agency experience with expats in the Amsterdam region, she has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience. Honest, reliable, professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with are some of the words her clients use to describe her.
Dutch Divorce: the mediation way!
by Testathese – Eric Ebben
14:30 – 15:00 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> Mr. Dr. E.W.J. (Eric) Ebben (1959) is a senior lecturer in Notarial Law at the Vrije Universiteit of Amsterdam and lawyer/mediator at Testathese Family Mediation in Castricum. Eric taught International Private Law at the University of Nijmegen, Family Law at the University of Rotterdam and now Estate Planning at the Vrije Universiteit. He wrote his PH.D. thesis on the position of the surviving spouse and the children in the new Dutch Law of Succession, which led to adjustments in the text of the law. As a legal adviser to Lawyers and Notaries Public, he came across some family tragedies which he thought could have been avoided had parties turned to mediators.
Since starting their mediation practice Testathese Family Mediation, Eric and his wife Colette (a mediator in her own right) have helped hundreds of couples and families towards a better future. They handle divorce and inheritance cases for expats as well as Dutch nationals. Occasionally, they handle even family feuds.
When one is thinking of divorce, thousands of questions come to mind. Eric will sketch a picture how divorce proceedings are handled both by (family) lawyers and by mediators.
The Favourable Dutch 30% Ruling Explained
by Expatax
15:15 – 15:45 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> Expatax can assist you with your tax issues in the Netherlands. We can help you with your tax return and also with the application for the 30% ruling. In this presentation, we will inform you about the requirements which have to be met and the procedures which have to be followed to get the 30% ruling. We will share our experience with the 30% ruling with you.
Expatax is focused on providing tax, payroll and accountancy services to international companies and their employees, but also a single freelancer can request our help with the preparation of all necessary forms.
Expat life made easy
by Passos Human Resources - Louis Passos
15:15 – 15:45 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> All set to start a new chapter in your career? Or do you have questions about working in Holland? HR professional Louis Passos invites you to his workshop Expat Life Made Easy. Louis has the expertise to familiarize you with the essentials about working in the Netherlands. This information-packed workshop gives you all the ins and outs you need to professionally succeed in the Netherlands:
- Essential knowledge about Dutch labour law, tax, social security, (temporary) contracts, and collective labour agreements
- Insights about health care, unemployment, and disability plans
- Valuable tips about pensions, employee benefits, and other financial issues that may have impact on your personal (financial) situation
- Inside information about Dutch values, working and management culture, communication, habits and pitfalls.
Have fun, learn fast - How to boost your Dutch with ease
by Talencoach - Albert Both
16:00 – 16:30 in the Rode Kamer
more info >> Sure… you can lead a happy life in the Netherlands without speaking Dutch. At the same time, wouldn´t it be great if you could make your own choice about it? You already know that you can speak English, but wouldn´t it be fun if you can speak Dutch and get involved in all the other conversations around you? It doesn´t matter if you have discovered that Dutch is hard. Or if it seems to be impossible for you to learn it. Nothing can really stop you, if you are bent on learning Dutch. Also, you can achieve your desired goals relatively fast, while having a really good time! Albert Both - a very passionate language coach - will reveal some important secrets of leaning Dutch in this special workshop. Just decide which of them you would like to apply to your own learning and you will realise it will make a lot of difference in how you experience many aspects of your life in the Netherlands.
Blue Card holders, knowledge migrants, labour migrants and their residence permit options
by Kroes Advocaten Immigration Lawyers – Jelle Kroes 
16:00 – 16:30 in the Roland Holst Kamer
more info >> Jelle Kroes is the founder of Kroes Advocaten Immigration Lawyers, a boutique law firm specialised in Netherlands and European immigration law. Jelle has been an immigration lawyer for some 15 years. He is a specialist in the field of labour immigration, with a particular interest for elite sports people. He is chair of the Immigration law Committee of the Dutch Bar Association (NOvA) and a member of the Dutch immigration specialists association (Svma). He is also Secretary of the International Bar Association (Immigration and nationality law committee). Jelle frequently gives courses on labour immigration to fellow practitioners and HR managers. He is fluent in English, French, German and Spanish.
Workshops & SpeedDate
The workshop rooms are located on the first-floor gallery. To reach them, please go via the art exhibition in the hallway between stands 57 and 85 and take the stairs (or lift) up to the first floor. Once there, turn left to reach the gallery, right to walk along it and left again to reach to the rooms.
The Chocolate Experience
by Van Velze´s chocolaterie & Patisserie
10:30 – 11:15 in the Mendes da Costa Kamer
more info >> Come and enjoy a chocolate workshop, where you can learn how to make your own classic Dutch truffles.
Your professional chocolatier Robbert will briefly outline the truffle making process before you are shown how to expertly create your own delicious chocolates. You will then pack them in boxes to take home to impress and share with family and friends (if they make it that far!).
Van Velzes is proud to be part of the Rainforest Alliance ensuring that all their cocoa products are sourced responsibility.
Tickets for the chocolate workshop are EUR 15 and can be ordered online. To register, please click here. Please note that registration is on a first-come first-serve basis and that there are very limited spaces available.
Simply Writing Mini Workshop: The Professional's Approach to Just Getting it on the Page
by Amsterdam Writing Workshops
11:45 – 12:30 in the Mendes da Costa Kamer
more info >> Do you only write when you have an assignment?
What obstacles do you experience to writing? How can you structure your life in order to keep writing? How, exactly, do you finish a piece of writing?
At Simply Writing, we'll define ways of making writing a more natural process; more time-efficient; and more fun. If you're a beginning writer, you'll receive guidelines for getting started. If you're already writing, we'll pinpoint how to become more productive.
For this group, it simply doesn't matter what you're planning to write: articles, novels, screenplays, reports.... You'll receive the personal attention needed to help get your ideas on paper.
The workshop is free, but you must sign in! Please note, registration is on a first-come first-serve basis, and there are very limited spaces available. To register, please send an email to info@amsterdamwriting.com with your name and the number of people in your party.
Personal Styling Workshop
by Carina Personal Styling
13:05 – 13:45 in the Mendes da Costa Kamer
more info >> Our clothes make an immediate and powerful impact. Clothes reinforce our self-image and help us to define who we are. When we know we look good, you create personal presence. Carina Personal Styling helps clients in expressing their personality and cultural background through their clothes and accessories. The workshop gives you practical insight in what clothing style, cut, fabric and color best work best for you.
The workshop is free, but you must sign in! Please note, registration is on a first-come first-serve basis, and there are very limited spaces available. To register, please send an email to info@carinapersonalstyling.nl with your name and the number of people in your party.
Strictly Come Dancing SALSA
by eXtremoS
13:45 - 14:45 in the Verweij Kamer
more info >> Ready to start your salsa addiction? Sign up for the workshop! A beginner salsa dance workshop is the perfect way to get introduced to the basics steps and get your hips moving in the right direction! Impress your friends on your next tropical holiday!
Jennifer Benavidez with extremos salsa dance schoold loves salsa: it´s been her passion for over 15 years. Born in the US, her Mexican heritage has given her dancing rico sabor (good flavour). She discovered ‘partner’ dancing in 1992, and has enjoyed training, performing and just plain dancing salsa in such places as LA, NY, Puerto Rico, UK, Chicago, Israel, Berlin, Prague, Houston, and Milan. You can see her in numerous TV / film projects such as VOC, Alleen Nog Een Man, Life and Cooking, I Love the 80´s, Hoe? Zo!, Alternative Love, TMF, So You Think You Can Dance, The Way She Moves, and The Life of David Gayle. eXtremoS has given workshops and performed for a diverse range of companies, organisations, and festivals such as Gay Pride Canal Parade, BNN, RTL5, UIT Markt, Latin Village, Vondel Park Summer Breeze, Rotterdam Summer Carnival, Roots Festival, ContraBanda, and Dansen Op Het Leidseplein.
The workshop is free, but you must sign in! Please note, registration is on a first-come first-serve basis, and there are very limited spaces available. To register, please send an email to jennifer@extremos.nl with your name and the number of people in your party.
Wine Tasting for Sparkling Wines
by Taste & Tintle
14:15 - 15:00 in the Mendes da Costa Kamer
more info >> Come and experience the differences between the various sparkling wines! At this relaxed tasting you will taste four different sparkling wines ranging from prosecco and champagne to new and undiscovered sparkling wines. The champagne experts of Taste & Tintle will guide you during this informal tasting session. All the champagnes will be served in combination with several types of Reypenaer cheese.
Tickets for this bubbly workshop are EUR 15 and can be ordered online. To register, please click here. Please note that registration is on a first-come first-serve basis and that there are limited spaces available. Every participant will get a bubbly present after the workshop!
Expatica ‘Mini’ SpeedDate
15:30 - 17:00 in the Verweij Kamer
more info >> Meet the most eligible expats in The Netherlands at the Expatica ‘Mini’ SpeedDate!
Whether you are looking for love or just want to meet new people, this unique event is for you. It gives you up to 15 dates in one hour... an attractive, safe and efficient alternative to the superficial bar scene and torturous three-hour blind date.
Upon arrival, you will receive a welcome drink and a list of the singles you will meet. Once the dating starts, you will have three minutes to find a click with each single of the opposite sex. After each session, the ladies move on for the next dating round. You can then indicate whether you´d like to stay in touch with your date by marking them on your list.
... Monday Morning.... we sort out the paper work and with any luck, you´ll find a match in your mailbox.
Tickets for the Expatica ‘Mini’ SpeedDate are EUR 10, which includes a welcome drink, and can be ordered online. To register, please click here. Please note that registration is on a first-come first-serve basis and that we can only invite 15 ladies and 15 gentlemen.
Culinary Genever Tasting
by House of Bols
15:45 - 16:45 in the Mendes da Costa Kamer
more info >> House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience presents a unique Culinary Genever Tasting. Genever, the traditional Dutch spirit, is made on the basis of experience and craftmanship garnered from over 4 centuries of distillation at Lucas Bols, the world's oldest distilled brand based in Amsterdam since 1575. During this tasting you will learn all the secrets of Genever and how to “slurp” a genever the traditional way! To complete this great tasting experience, all genevers will be served in combination with several types of Reypenaer cheese.
All tickets to this event are sold out.