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Global Voyage Amsterdam
- Powering Global commerce

Global Voyage Amsterdam
- Powering Global
commerce

Step into the future of global business at this half-day conference for ambitious SMEs looking to grow or expand their business into international markets.

Join leading experts and peers as we look at the latest global market trends and explore effective strategies for seamless cross-border transactions

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    13:00-20:00 - Tuesday, 8 October 2024
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    The Dylan Amsterdam, Keizersgracht 384, 1016 GB Amsterdam, Netherlands

Why attend

Insights-driven agenda

Strategies for growth

Hear from renowned industry experts about the latest trends defining global business expansion

Learn about tools and strategies to streamline your operations and stay competitive

Networking opportunities

Real success stories

Connect with fellow business professionals over drinks and canapés

Our panel of business owners share their experiences and tips for overcoming global business challenges

Insights-driven agenda

Hear from renowned industry experts about the latest trends defining global business expansion

Strategies for growth

Learn about tools and strategies to streamline your operations and stay competitive

Networking opportunities

Connect with fellow business professionals over drinks and canapés

Real success stories

Our panel of business owners share their experiences and tips for overcoming global business challenges

Who should attend

Founders, co-founders, CEOs, CFOs, COOs and directors of SMEs, as well as e-commerce and marketplace sellers

B2B and B2C industries looking to grow and expand their businesses into international markets

Agenda

13:00-13:45

Registration and lunch

13:45-14:00

Welcome address

14:00-14:30

WorldFirst update: Global Sourcing, Global Payment

Sumit Arora, MD for EMEA, WorldFirst

14:30-15:00

Tips for growing your business overseas

15:00-15:30

The Future of International Trade

Edin Mujagic, Economist and Fund Manager at Investment Fund Hoofbosch

Branding

The Best Promise Wins the Market - Not the Best Product

  • Lessons on the brand promise from 80 interviews with CEOs

Zat Astha

Editor & Content Creator

E-commerce

Cross-Border Growth Strategies with Shopify's Global Commerce Platform

Hou Feng

Co-founder and Sales Director

Virgina Fung

Partnerships Manager

HR & Talent

Winning HR Strategies in Trying Times: Offshoring in SEA

  • Strengthen business core: Enhance mid and back-office functions at low cost
  • Revenue and market expansion: land in a new market with minimal risk and maximum control
  • Managing a global/regional + remote team effectively

Weiyuan

Head of Sales, Singapore & New Markets

Operation Transformation

Cost & Tax management Strategies for Cross-border Businesses

Graham Dawes

Partner in Financial Advisory-Forensic, Deloitte

Branding

The Best Promise Wins the Market - Not the Best Product

  • Lessons on the brand promise from 80 interviews with CEOs

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E-commerce

Cross-Border Growth Strategies with Shopify's Global Commerce Platform

Hou Feng

Sales Director

Virgina Fung

Partnerships Manager

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HR & Talent

Winning HR Strategies in Trying Times: Offshoring in SEA

Strengthen business core: Enhance mid+back-office functions at low cost Revenue and market expansion: land in a new market with minimal risk and maximum control Managing a global/regional + remote team effectively

Weiyuan

Head of Sales, Singapore & New Markets

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Business Innovation

Design Thinking Tools and Mindset for your growth journey

  • Shape your growth strategy through design thinking – 3 shifts to make design thinking really work
  • Simplify to innovate

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Intermediate level

Operation Transformation

Driving cost-savings, sustainability and speed to market in your core business operations.

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Beginner level

Branding through Storytelling

Build your personal and corporate brand to connect with your customers and business network on a deeper level.

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Talent & Leadership Strategies

Addressing top 3 concerns for CEOs - Retaining top talent, managing a global team and navigating legislations.

A focus on 3 markets: Malaysia, Indonesia, Phillipines.

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Growth mindset & strategies for CEOs/ E-commerce strategies

How B2B and B2C companies can adopt growth mindset and strategies leverage on e-commerce, marketing and growth strategies to grow globally.

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15:30-16:00

Coffee break

16:00-16:30

How AI Can Help International Companies Enhance Knowledge and Capabilities in Europe

Meng Zhao Ph.D, Partner, Technology Consulting, Cloud Computing and AI, Dumela Business Consulting

16:30-17:00

Global Tax Insights: Navigating the Future of International Taxation

Tax consultant, AVASK

17:00-17:30

International Business Expansion: Legal Structures and Considerations under the Dutch Law

Stan Ph. Robbers, Partner of HEUSSEN

17:30-18:00

Panel discussion: Tools and strategies to stay ahead of the game – expanding into an international, multi-million dollar business

Chair: Aaron Oxley, Head of Dealing & Relationship Management EEA, WorldFirst
Reinoud Arts, Directeur, brel home
Ruby Wang, General manager of Hollyland Europe GmbH

18:00-18:10

Close of sessions

18:10-20:00

Networking drinks and canapés

18:10-20:00

Networking drinks and canapés

Networking drinks and canapés

Meet our guest speakers
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Limited seats available

Session highlights

NextGen Commerce:
Economic Trends Shaping the Future

Gain valuable insights from industry leaders on the economic forces and trends shaping retail and e-commerce in Australia and worldwide.

Talks

  • Australia & Global Economic Trends by Tim Harcourt, the first Chief Economist of the Austrade and Research Officer with the ACTU
  • E-commerce Evolution: Reflections on the Sector by Gabby Leibovich, co-founder of Australia’s #1 e-commerce group, The Catch Group

Blueprint for Global Operating Models
to Achieve Scalable Growth

Master effective operating models for entering and thriving in global markets, shared by top e-commerce experts. It will cover strategic planning, organizational structures, governance, and the integration of technology to ensure efficient global operations.

Talks

  • Perfecting Strategies for Global Business Excellence by Annette Kaitinis, Co-founder CEO of Scoot Boots, one of Tasmania’s leading exporters supplying equine hoof boots to customers across 90 countries and the winner of 61st Australian Export awards in 2024.
  • Using Amazon as a stepping stone into the United States and Beyond by Chris Thomas, CEO at Amasphere, an Amazon marketing agency. Chris has helped over 55 Brands launch and scale on Amazon’s various global marketplaces since 2018.

Trends and Innovations in Global Sourcing

Optimise your supply chain with expert sourcing solutions. The panellists will cover effective strategies, practical tips and firsthand experiences to help you improve your procurement process.

Expert Panel

  • Graeme Paddock, a Real Estate tycoon turned successful Amazon Seller on why the success is in the buying, NOT the selling
  • Rocky Yan, a 1688 buyer and Australia’s top-10 eBay seller.
  • Still Zhu, founder at Wefulfil, a one-stop supply chain solution

The Role of Local Resources in Global Growth

Discover what practical support is available to help you on the global stage. The panellists will guide you on finding, accessing and applying for the resources you need.

Expert Panel

  • Arnold Jorge, CEO at Export Council of Australia.
  • Frank Li, who put Bundaberg on the map in China.
  • Michael Fenech, an Australian entrepreneur, writer, start-up advisor, e-commerce expert, and a co-founder of SKUdrop.

Spaces are limited

Fill out the form to register your interest. We’ll be in touch closer to the event date to confirm your seat.

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Got a question?

No, admission charges will not be incurred.

This conference is open to SMEs looking to expand and grow their business in international markets. You may register here to reserve your spot.

Located in the 9 streets area The Dylan Amsterdam can be accessed by car and the nearest secured parking garage is Q-Park Europarking. Valet parking is available and should be booked ahead of arrival.

By public transport the hotel’s nearest tram stops are Koningsplein served by Trams 2 and 12 and Elandsgracht served by Trams 5,7 and 9 and buses N84 and N88. Centraal Station can be walked in 20-25 minutes.

Yes, please ask them to complete the booking form.

The dress code is business casual.

You can reach us by emailing [email protected].

No, we will have videographer and photographers on site but sessions will not be recorded in their entirety.

Yes, you may inform us during registration and we'll be happy to support any business queries for your cross-border business payment needs.

About WorldFirst

Founded in the UK in 2004, joined Ant Group in 2019. We provide international payment solutions to help businesses overcome trade barriers and high fees. Our goal is to enable truly borderless commerce with easy, fast and secure cross-border transactions.

Today, we’re a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform empowering SMEs to grow in global markets. Our multi-currency World Account lets you make and receive international payments, convert currencies and manage expenses – all from one platform.

20
Years of history

32

Global offices

1M+

Customers trust us

$200B

Transaction value

20

Years of history

32

Global offices

1M+

Customers trust us

$200B

Transaction value