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SUMMARY:AGM - Zug Commodity Association\, members only
DESCRIPTION:Dear Members\, \nWe are pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) of our association\, which will be held on: \n📅 Wednesday\, May 21th\, 2025🕒 18:00-21:00📍 CV Labs\, Zug \nThe AGM provides an important opportunity to review the past year\, share future plans\, and engage in meaningful dialogue with fellow members. Your participation is highly valued as we discuss key updates\, present financial reports\, and elect or confirm the Board and Auditors for the coming year. \nAgenda \n17.45   Registration \n18.00   ZCA Annual General Meeting \n19.00   The Value Contribution of Commodity Trading to the Swiss Economy by Bovet Olivier (SECO) and Beaud Romain (OFS) \n19.45   Apero \nOrganisation: \nParticipation – All employees of a ZCA Member are invited to participate at the AGM. Voting rights are limited to one per member firm. There will be a head teller for procedural details. Elections and other votes will be conducted manually. \nLanguage – The Annual General Meeting will be held in English. \nRegistration – Please register here or send us an e-mail by 18 May 2025. \nAgenda Items and proposals by the Board \n1. Opening of the General Assembly of the Members / Approval of the Minutes of the last General Assembly – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n2. Approval of the Annual Report 2024 by the Chairman – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n3. Approval of the Financial Statements for 2024 – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n4. Report of the Statutory Auditor for 2024 – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n5. Discharge of the members of the Board and the Executive Committee as well as the Statutory Auditor – Motion by the Executive Board: Granting discharge to all members of the Board\, the Executive Committee as well as the Statutory Auditor \n6. Membership Fee – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n7. Proposed Budget for 2025 – Motion by the Executive Board: Approve \n8. Election of the members of the Executive Board – Motion by the Executive Board: Elect \nBoard Members: Martin Fasser\, Phil Edmonds\, Ruth Sandelowsky\, Samuel Bussmann\,\n \nPresident of the Executive Board: Wolfram Kuoni \nVice President of the Executive Board: Harris Antoniou and Zakaria Soufiane \nGeneral Secretary: Gloria Frauenfelder \n9. Election of the Statutory Auditor for 2025 – Motion by the Executive Board: election of KPMG as Statutory Auditor \n10. Miscellaneous \nWe look forward to your presence and participation. \nZCA Board
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/zug-commodity-association-agm/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241203T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241203T210000
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SUMMARY:Canton Zug Locational Development: Incentive Measures
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful presentation on the Canton Zug Incentive Measures at the upcoming event with the Zug Commodity Association and Ernst & Young. The Canton of Zug has published a draft legislation on 16 May 2024\, which focuses on subsidies in the areas of “sustainability” and “innovation” and defines three incentive areas. The consultation on this draft legislation has now been completed and the Cantonal Council will further debate this at the end of November. The political background of these regulations will be explored under consideration of the current political and European situation. This event will discuss the different incentive areas\, with a specific focus on the incentives published to promote sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Our expert speakers will provide a comprehensive overview of these incentives\, including how they are calculated and the formal requirements needed to qualify. \nSpeakers: \n\nHeinz Tännler\, Finance Director\, Canton of Zug\nMark Veser: Climate Change and Sustainability Services Partner\, Ernst & Young\nClaudia Pirot: Corporate Tax Director\, Ernst & Young\n\n  \nAgenda: \n17:30 registration starting \n18.00 Introduction and presentations \n19.15 Networking Apero
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/event-with-ey-and-kanton-zug-finance-dept/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241121T210000
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SUMMARY:LSEG Invitation to Shipping navigates Climate\, Geopolitics and Regulations
DESCRIPTION:Thursday November 21st\, 2024 \nCV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, 6300 Zug \n18.00-21-00\, registration starting 17.30 \nThe global shipping industry faces increasing challenges as it navigates the complex intersection of climate change\, geopolitics\, and evolving regulations. Climate change and geopolitical tensions (such as regional conflicts) have led to disruption in global supply chains and shipping routes. Additionally\, regulatory bodies are implementing tougher rules on emissions and sustainability to address climate change\, forcing companies to adapt their operations to comply with new laws. Together\, these factors are reshaping the maritime trade. \nWe are delighted to invite you to the event an event addressed to wide Commodities & Energy community of Switzerland. We joined forces to bring you ZCA industry experts and LSEG Analysts to share their insights and outlooks of the future of the energy markets. \nSecure your spot and be part of this exceptional gathering. Please note the number of places is limited. \nSpeakers: \nCapt. Amrit Singh\, Shipping Research Principal at LSEG \nFabrice Maille\, Head of Shipping & Agriculture at LSEG \nHarris Antoniou\, founder and CEO of Neptune Maritime Leasing Ltd\, ZCA Vice President \nModerator: Alessandro Sanos\,  CAIA\, SCR \nGlobal Director Sales Strategy & Execution\, Commodities at LSEG
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/lseg-invitation-to-shipping-navigates-climate-geopolitics-and-regulations/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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SUMMARY:Shipping navigates Climate\, Geopolitics and Regulations by LSEG
DESCRIPTION:Thursday November 21st\, 2024 \nCV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, 6300 Zug \n18.00-21-00\, registration starting 17.30 \nThe global shipping industry faces increasing challenges as it navigates the complex intersection of climate change\, geopolitics\, and evolving regulations. Climate change and geopolitical tensions (such as regional conflicts) have led to disruption in global supply chains and shipping routes. Additionally\, regulatory bodies are implementing tougher rules on emissions and sustainability to address climate change\, forcing companies to adapt their operations to comply with new laws. Together\, these factors are reshaping the maritime trade.  \nWe are delighted to invite you to the event an event addressed to wide Commodities & Energy community of Switzerland. We joined forces to bring you ZCA industry experts and LSEG Analysts to share their insights and outlooks of the future of the energy markets. \nSecure your spot and be part of this exceptional gathering. Please note the number of places is limited. \nSpeakers: \nCapt. Amrit Singh\, Shipping Research Principal at LSEG \nFabrice Maille\, Head of Shipping & Agriculture at LSEG \nHarris Antoniou\, founder and CEO of Neptune Maritime Leasing Ltd\, ZCA Vice President \nModerator: Alessandro Sanos\,  CAIA\, SCR. Global Director Sales Strategy & Execution\, Commodities at LSEG \n  \nNote: We reserve a right to further confirm or cancel the attendees ticket. \n  \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/event-with-lseg/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240924T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240924T210000
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SUMMARY:The Dollar and US elections: What Commodity Traders should look out for in Q4 by Ebury
DESCRIPTION:Here are the presentation slides: \nZCA Slides final 24.09.2024 \nAgenda: \n17h30  Registration \n18h00  Presentation with Q&A: \n\nBrief Intro to Ebury\nFX Market Outlook Q4 & US election\nUnique Exotics & Hedging Capabilities relevant for commodity traders\n\n19h00  Networking Apero \n  \nJulien Savioz\, Senior FX Dealer (Dealing) \nJulien has been part of Ebury since 2021\, having joined from the Corporate FX-Desk at Credit Suisse. At Ebury\, he is responsible for large corporates and commodity trading clients. He holds a MSc in Finance & Accounting from Imperial College London. \nAnthony Lewandowski\, Head of Desk (Sales) \nAnthony joined Ebury five years ago and is currently working as a Head of Desk in our Sales Team. He has worked in a number of Sales & Trading roles in his native France before moving to Zurich to join Ebury. He holds a masters degree in Financial Markets and Asset Management and is a graduate from Kedge Business School.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/presentation-and-networking-with-ebury/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240917T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240917T213000
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SUMMARY:CTA Panel on Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:ZCA is in partnership with CTA Sustainability Evening on September 17th\, 2024 in Zug at CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16. The event will be also in partnership with ING and EY. \n\nThe evening will be an exclusive gathering\, dedicated to exploring the challenges and emerging opportunities within the sustainability area\, particularly within the trading and banking sectors. A special emphasis will be placed on investments in carbon and the development of effective sustainability strategies. \nThe agenda for the evening will be as follows: \n18:00 – Welcome reception \n18:30 – 19:45 – Introduction\, presentations\, panel discussions\, and Q&A session \n19:45 – 21:30 – Networking \nThe aim is to convene industry leaders to share their views on the sustainability opportunities and  initiatives as well as on the challenges they face. Discussions will range from cultural and decision-making shifts to the practical steps required in management and financing. We will also touch upon the latest trends and evolutions within the carbon markets and relevant investment strategies. The panel will comprise 3-4 practical professionals from the trading and banking industries\, each bringing a depth of knowledge and experience to the panel. \nTo register for the event please follow the link here \nFor more information about past Sustainability events\, please view our Linked In posts for 2024 and 2023. 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/cta-panel-on-sustainability/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240522T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240522T213000
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SUMMARY:Conference on Enhanced Due Diligence
DESCRIPTION:We are looking forward to seeing you at our next conference on Enhanced Due Diligence \nLeveraging corporate intelligence techniques to achieve greater compliance\nThis presentation will focus on how commodity trading firms can leverage corporate intelligence techniques to support and enhance their internal due diligence capabilities. Increased regulatory and reputational scrutiny makes it ever more important for market participants to know their counterparties. Internal compliance teams can cover most use cases but it is sometimes necessary to go a step beyond. \nThe speakers will set out how corporate intelligence techniques such as site visits\, discrete enquiries and open source intelligence can help commodity trading firms know their trading counterparties\, employees and suppliers better. \n \nYannick Poivey is a partner at Swiss Forensic & Compliance (SFC)\, a boutique provider of corporate intelligence services to the commodity trading and banking industries. Prior to founding SFC\, Yannick managed his own corporate intelligence boutique\, One Intelligence Sàrl\, for 8 years. He was previously employed with various international specialist consulting firms and has extensive experience in the field of corporate intelligence\, due diligence and external investigations. \n \nNicolas Leroux is a partner at Swiss Forensic & Compliance (SFC) He is also the CEO of Kalexius\, a sister company of SFC providing outsourced compliance services. A Swiss-qualified lawyer\, he initially practiced international law before turning to corporate intelligence and outsourced compliance services. Nicolas is a frequent speaker at industry events and conferences on compliance and due diligence. \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/conference-on-enhanced-due-diligence/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240522T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240522T213000
DTSTAMP:20240503T135027Z
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SUMMARY:Please register here to attend the AGM on 22 May  (MEMBERS ONLY)
DESCRIPTION:We are looking forward to welcoming you to the 13th ZCA Annual General Meeting which will take place at the CV-Labs in Zug. \nThe AGM will be followed by a conference on Enhanced Due Diligence by Swiss Forensic & Compliance & Networking Apero. \nKindly register herebelow. \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/general-assembly-conference-members-only/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240409T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240409T210000
DTSTAMP:20240405T151122Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Leadership: Enriching Resources and Broadening Horizons
DESCRIPTION:An Interactive Conference. \nWe will explore strategies focused on nurturing a corporate culture that empowers women to seek leadership roles and ensures their perspectives are heard throughout the organization. \nTwo of ZCA Board Members will be sharing the insights from their experiences\, along with Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives from an HR standpoint. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in an exceptional discussion with this remarkable group of leaders\, moderated interactively by Yasmina Rauber\, ZCA General Secretary. \n  \nMeet our inspiring Panellists: \n\nRuth Sandelowsky\nCEO & Chairwoman of the Board – Kolmar Group AG\nRuth Sandelowsky has studied Law and worked for Philipp Brothers Amsterdam from 1974 till 1984 as a Trader in Chemicals. In 1984 she became the head of the European operations of Phibro Energy till 1991. In 1991 she became the head of the Petrochemicals dept of Phibro Salomon which later became Citigroup. In 1997 Ruth established Kolmar Petrochemicals who became Kolmar Group in 2007\, where she has been acting as CEO and Chairwoman of the Board to-date. \n\nGloria Frauenfelder\nFinance/Tax – Hershey Trading\nGloria has accountability for Tax planning for the Hershey Trading. Prior to joining Hershey\, Gloria worked for Kraft/Mondelez in their procurement office in Zug\, Switzerland for more than 10 years. Gloria led the global management and reporting of derivatives/compliance to drive profitable growth and leading strategic planning. Gloria holds a finance and administration degree and a Chartered Accounting/Controlling (CPA). \n\nSimon Taylor\nGroup Head of HR – Ameropa AZ\nSimon takes the lead on all Group-wide strategic HR and organisational development initiatives\, including Employee Engagement\, D&I\, Talent\, Leadership and Culture development. Simon graduated from the University of Lincoln in 2006 with a first-class Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management. Over the course of his career\, Simon has held a variety of roles in different HR disciplines and industries\, including healthcare\, IT consulting & services\, maritime shipping and now\, Agri-commodities. Simon moved from the UK to Switzerland in 2015. \n\nMerlene Joyce Ottey\nJamaican-Slovenian former track and field sprinter\, a nine-time Olympic medallist\nMerlene began her career representing Jamaica in 1978\, and continued to do so for 24 years\, before representing Slovenia from 2002 to 2012. Ottey had the longest career as a top-level international sprinter appearing at the 1979 Pan American Games as a 19-year-old fresh from U-20 and Junior competitions and concluding her career at age 52 when she anchored the Slovene 4 × 100 m relay team at the 2012 European Championships. She is the current world indoor record holder for 200 metres with 21.87 seconds\, set in 1993. Since 2014\, Merlene Ottey has lived in Switzerland\, Zug. \n\nAndrea Stocker-Sohst\nPartner – Indirect Tax Services – EY\nAndrea is a Tax Partner and leads the Indirect Tax practice in Central Switzerland. She has more than 22 years of professional experience in advising Swiss and multinational companies in national and international Indirect Tax matters. She has in-depth experience in the review\, design and implementation of VAT and Customs implications of complex supply chain and procurement structures. Andrea has led the Indirect Tax work stream of several projects in different industries (i.e. Commodity Trading\, Industrial Products\, Life Science\, Biotech\, etc.) with the design and implementation of operating models and integrated supply chains reorganizations as well as relocations. \nAgenda:\n17h30 Check-in\n18h00 – 18h05 Welcome from ZCA President Martin Fasser\n18h05 – 18h20 Ruth Sandelowsky: Egoless Management\n18h20 – 19h20 Panel discussion\n19h20 – 19h35 Q&A\n19h35 – 21h00 Networking drinks \nSeats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/women-in-leadership-enriching-resources-and-broadening-horizons/
LOCATION:CV Labs Zug\, Liquid Lounge\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300\, Suisse
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