Who we are
Holland House Panama your trusted partner for unlocking business opportunities
Holland House is the Dutch bilateral chamber of commerce in Panama, a non-profit association, established in 2019, as an initiative of the Dutch business community and the Dutch Embassy in Panama.
Holland House promotes international trade and investment between The Kingdom of the Netherlands & Panama. We provide services to Dutch companies interested in doing business in Panama and vice versa.
We currently have 40 members, both multinationals such as Philips, Heineken and Boskalis as well as SME’s like D-Scribe and Thinking Steel.
Holland House Panama is a member association, offering support and connection to its member companies. Our services extend beyond members, assisting other companies interested in doing business in Panama. From helping new businesses get established (softlanding) to connecting them with potential partners, Holland House Panama offers a comprehensive range of services.
We are a dedicated bilateral Chamber of Commerce
Our core mission revolves around fostering international trade and promoting investments between the Netherlands and Panama. At Holland House Panama, we operate as a non-profit association, born from the collaborative efforts of the Dutch business community and the Netherlands Embassy in Panama City.
*In line with our commitment to facilitating global business connections, we are an integral part of an extensive network of bilateral Chambers of Commerce worldwide, effectively coordinated by NLinBusiness in the Netherlands.
The Board of Directors
Bart van den Hamer
Vocal
Aegir Marine
Alice Cordova Niewold
Vocal
VTTI
Sabina Santacroce
Secretary
Philips LATAM
Clark Russel
Treasurer
Ibis Management
Robert Bosman
President
Boskalis Panama
Henri Odink
Vice-President
Pilar Corporate Finance
Gabriela Requiz
Vocal
Arcadis
Carlijne Blom
Executive Director
Jenny Elkaslassy
Projects and Administrative Manager
The Team
What drives us
Our Core
Our core values drive us to expand our influence, deepen our impact, and consistently stay at the forefront of fostering international trade and investment between the Netherlands and Panama. We are dedicated to opening doors to new horizons in global business, reflecting our enduring commitment to these principles.
Purpose
We foster economic growth and prosperity by facilitating mutually beneficial connections between Dutch and Panamanian businesses. Since 2020, we have been committed to serving as a dynamic platform that enables our diverse membership base, spanning from multinational corporations to SMEs, to thrive in the international business landscape. We provide essential services and support to promote trade, investments, and collaboration, contributing to the development of strong and enduring partnerships.
Values
At Holland House Panama, our values underscore our commitment to being the driving force in connecting Dutch and Panamanian enterprises, thereby promoting economic development and prosperity in both countries. Since our establishment in 2020, we have swiftly evolved into the fastest-growing European Chamber of Commerce in Panama.
Holland House Panama office is located in Grand Tower, 3rd Floor, Punta Pacifica.
tIdeally situated in Panama City's vibrant business district, Holland House Panama offers convenient access to a network of key players. This strategic location fosters collaboration and growth for Dutch and Panamanian businesses alike.
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