Going Global at Kozminski University_November 27

Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to take part in the first edition of the International Business Student Summit – Going Global, organized and hosted by Akademia Leona Koźmińskiego (Kozminski University), where PCCC President, Bernhard Otterstein, delivered his presentation during Day 3 of the event.

The Summit brought together many activities and inspiring discussions dedicated to exploring the opportunities and pathways for Polish companies and organizations expanding into international markets.

Participants engaged in crucial topics — from the internationalization process and adapting to local markets, to Poland’s role in fostering innovation, shaping the country’s image as a reliable global partner, attracting foreign investment, and building long-term competitive advantages.

It is truly motivating to see the strong engagement of young people in the growing success of Polish companies and institutions that together are shaping a dynamic ecosystem of globally oriented business emerging from Poland.

We are proud to contribute to this important conversation and look forward to continued collaboration in supporting Poland’s global economic footprint.

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Bernhard Otterstein was born and educated in Vancouver, Canada, where he graduated with honours from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. He has worked with numerous corporate, governmental, and institutional entities in North America, Europe and Asia in the areas of economic analysis, strategic project and investment planning, new market development, as well as cross-cultural communications. He has been directly involved in projects in the fields of real estate, engineering, energy, biotechnology and IT/telecommunications.

Over the past 15 years, Mr. Otterstein has gained first-hand experience in identifying and promoting innovative, emerging technologies and related business opportunities, taking them from early stage to market via private equity investment and the active co-management of several start-up ventures.