NEWS FROM THE CCEC-G– JULY 2011
CHAMBER NEWS CANDIAN-ECUADORIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF GUAYAQUIL JULY, 2011
IN THIS EDITION:
FUTURE EVENTS WELCOME TO OUR NEW CANADIAN INTERNS
MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
NEW MEMBERS CHANGES IN OUR OFFICE
PAST AND FUTURE EVENTS
For more information about the Ecuadorian-Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Guayaquil, contact us at: Av. Francisco de Orellana 6to piso Ofi. 604, Telf: (593-4) 2631199 Executive Director, Jessica Nicolalde B., director@ecuacangye.com www.ecuacangye.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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OUR NEW CANADIAN INTERNS
Through the College of the Rockies and the Canadian International Development Agency , we are pleased to have two new Canadians interns, Miranda Radok and Séverine Debacker, who will be with us for six months, until November, 2011.
Miranda Radok Marketing Officer for Sustainable Development
Miranda Radok is a recent Bachelor of Commerce Graduate, with a specialization in international business, from the University of Victoria on Vancouver Island. During her undergraduate studies she developed a strong interest for CSR and Fair Trade from coursework and extracurricular involvement with the UVic Business Sustainability Club and the Commerce Students’ Society. Through her studies, Miranda had the opportunity to spend one semester in Peru, and two semesters in Mexico. In 2007 she went with Students without Borders, to teach in English in Chiclayo, Peru. Following this experience, Miranda studied one semester in Puebla, Mexico, and worked for one semester with the reinsurance giant SwissRe in Mexico City, Mexico.
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Her most recent work experience includes working in the shipping industry with the multi national company, Hapag Llloyd, and coordinating purchasing and logistics for Discovery Organics, a produce importer in Vancouver, BC. Working for Discovery Organics strengthened her knowledge and interest of Fair Trade, as Discovery Organics is one of the most important Fair Trade importers bringing in ethically traded and organic produce from all over Latin America.
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You can connect with Miranda on Linkedin or by email at intl-relations@ecuacangye.com
Séverine Debacker Marketing Officer for Sustainable Tourism Originally from Nice in France, Séverine Debacker has diverse background with experience in Health, Tourism, Communications, Humanitarian, Education, and banking. After completing her Bachelor in Management and Communications in France, her passion to travel and help people led her to Canada eight years ago to study her MBA in International management at Laval University. While completing her Masters, she traveled in Peru to attend a LatinAmerican Negotiations program. Further, for her Masters thesis she explored “Gender Policies and AIDS in Developing Countries”. After finishing her MBA, she moved to Vancouver and she proudly received her Canadian citizenship in 2009. In Vancouver, Séverine worked for more than five years in diverse capacities for the BC Francophone community in Education and Health promotion projects. Before coming to Canada, Séverine worked for the ESCP-EAP, a Chamber of Commerce Business School in Paris, serving as a liaison and organizing seminars on European Business for MBA students from across the Americas. She also had the opportunity to work in Germany for Schleicher and Co. International A.G., a manufacturer and distributer of data Shredders, in the Purchase and Export Departments. Her interests led her to purse various continuing studies courses at the University of British Columbia on Sustainability, Leadership and sustainable communities. Séverine loves building partnerships with organizations and people from different backgrounds for a common goal. She is really excited for the opportunity to work with the Ecuadorian-Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Guayaquil and bring her background and skills in project management, communications, strategic planning, and research to build the bridge between Ecuador and Canada and to develop sustainable tourism in the region of Guayaquil. You can contact Séverine at sustainabletourism@ecuacangye.com 3
NEWS FROM THE CCEC-G– JULY 2011
NEW BEGINNINGS As you many of you already know, at the beginning of May we moved to our new location in the Blue Towers, in which we now share our office space with the Canadian Consulate, led by Paola Pastor. This is a great opportunity for the Chamber to further fortify our relations with the Consulate. Furthermore, the office is larger which means that there is more space for our growing team.
The Blue Towers, the new location of the CCECG
At the beginning on May we also welcomed Cristina Holguin as our new Officer of Marketing and Public Relations. Additionally, along with with Director, Jessica Nicolalde, and our Canadian interns, we also have two Ecuadorian interns, Leonardo Intriago and Vanessa Benites who have been with us since April. Leonardo and Vanessa are an integral part of our team and are doing an outstanding job. Vanessa is studying an undergraduate degree in International Business at UEES and Leonardo studies International Management at the University, Santa Maria
CRISTINA HOLGUIN
The new additions to the team at the Chamber: Top: Severine Debacker, Leonardo Intriago, Miranda Radok Bottom: Cristina Holguin, Paola Pastor, Vanessa Benites
Marketing and Public Relations Officer Cristina Holguín has been working with the Chamber since the beginning of May as our new Marketing and Public Relations Officer. Her job is to affiliate companies and individuals that are interested in having links between Ecuador and Canada, whether it be through trade, education, and tourism. Additionally, she manages our web page and magazine “Conexiones”, as well as advertising and events of the Chamber. Originally from Guayaquil, Ecuador, Cristina studied a Bachelors degree in Communications with a major in Public relations in 2000, and completed her Masters degree in Education and Organizational development in 2007, both at in the University Casa Grande. Her studies were focused in everything related to communications, marketing, and education. For 12 years, she was worked in the education field in which she taught English and marketing for the New World Education Center. In this organization she had the opportunity to be a part of the group of teachers who taught the International Bachelorette program. In this program, she gained a lot of knowledge and experience through the opportunities she had including attending conferences and seminars in Quito, Argentina, and Peru. Being a part of the Chamber has been a great accomplishment for Cristina and she enjoys the opportunity that she gets to work with Canadians, and Ecuadorians to build business relationships, contacts, and most of all, friendships. You can contact Cristina through email: marketing@ecuacangye.com 4
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THE CHAMBER IS GROWING . . . MEET THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE CCECG
ZION Legally registered in the Securities Market, Zion is an independent firm that manages and administrates financial assets and trusts in Ecuador. Zion is recognized across Ecuador for its level of professionalism, and commitment to providing the highest level of customer service, transparency, and financial security to its clients. The reputation of the company has been built on a promise to always put the interests of its clients first. HOTEL ORO VERDE MANTA This 5 star hotel, the most prestigious in the province of Manabí, offers more than just a lifestyle, but a place where you will encounter a unique experience. With an unparalleled view of the ocean and the beach "El Murciélago” below the hotel, it is located only 10 minutes from the airport, right in the city center of Manta, whose residents, for their friendly and hospitable nature, make this city the most welcoming city for tourists to visit in Ecuador. EECOL ELECTRIC EECOL ELECTRIC, founded in 1919, is the largest independent provider of electricity in Canada. The company presently supplies a wide range of electrical products to clients and customers around the world from our Canadian and South American operations, and through business associates around the world. Their products include: power Distribution Equipment, Motor Control, Data/Communication Supplies, Factory Automation, Lighting, Wire and Cable, Motors and Drives and a full range of wiring devices, installation equipment and supplies. TECNOVIAJES Tecnoviajes a tourism company that is constantly evolving, with a talented team of people, that offers services that are differentiated, competitive, and international. They work with cutting edge technology and have integrated the L’Alianza travel network and Global Star to be leaders in the market for corporate travel ,business trips, and vacations. DELCORP S.A. / FERTIANDINO Delcorp S.A. a company dedicated exclusively to the importation, production, y distribution of fertilizers since 1997. They provide manure to fertilize the main crops at a national level. Therefore, they have a large variety of products and a technological capacity to produce physical mixtures that meet the he requirements of its customers. MARRIOT-COURTYARD Located on Avenida Francisco de Orellana in Guayaquil, five minutes from the airport, this modern hotel offers 144 spacious guest rooms with complimentary high speed Internet access. It is a contemporary hotel perfect for small business meetings or social events, with six meeting rooms with over 4,200 square feet of space. The hotel also has its own restaurant, Vitro.
STEVEN WILLE Originally from the States, Steven Wille has almost 30 years experience in education, and 25 years in education in Latin America. Currently he is the senior strategy advisor to the President of the University Casa Grande in Guayaquil. Also, he is the president & Executive Director of the Centers for Interamerican Studies and the Chancellor of the Interamerican Institute of Technology. ERNIE MILLARD Ernie Millard is a Canadian executive management consultant and seasoned leader with experience in Post Secondary Education, International Trade, investment, government and non-profit, property management, and hospitality industry experience. Additionally, he has 28 years of experience in human resource development, business development and process re-engineering, strategic planning, resource allocation, financial administration, and management information systems. He is currently interested in tourism development and investing in Ecuador. 5
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PAST EVENTS SPONSORS
WELCOME TO THE NEW HONORARY CONSUL OF CANADA IN GUAYAQUIL Friday, June 10th, 2011 With the collaboration of the Embassy and the Consulate of Canada, we proudly welcomed Basil Haylock, as the new Honorary Consul of Canada in Guayaquil. The event took place in the Historic Park of Guayaquil and it was our pleasure to share this moment in the presence of the Vice-Consul of the Prefecture, the Sub-Secretary of the Coastal Tourism, Directors of the Chamber, and entrepreneurs from the community. The event was a great success and we especially want to thank our sponsors for making the event possible. You can see a video of the event and photos on our website.
Cecelia Haylock and Honorary Consul of Canada in Guayaquil, Basil Haylock
Margaret Shisko, and Ambassador of Canada, Andrew Shisko
Ambassador of Canada, Andrew Shisko, Sra. Luzmila Nicolalde Vice-Prefecta of Guayas, and John Megson, President of the CCECG
Luis Neme, Joel de Freitas, Lorena Sarmiento, Francisco Carbo, and Ricardo Valdez
THE IMPLENTATION OF NIFF Monday June 13th, and Monday June 20th, 2011 On the 13th and 20th of June, these free seminars about the Elaboration of the Plan of Implementation of the NIFF were carried out in the auditorium of the Edificio Blue Towers. The conferences were given by Enrique Castillo Quioñez, the leader of the commission of the Project of the application of the IFRS. Both conferences had a great turn out. Special thanks to Academicos and Universidad del Pacificos for their support.
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