PCCC at the Diplomatic Opening of the Year

We are pleased to share that Bernhard Otterstein, President of the PCCC, attended the 10th Diplomatic Opening of the Year, organized by the Polish Chamber of Commerce (KIG).

Held on February 6, the event provided a unique platform for discussions on key challenges and opportunities for Poland’s economy, as well as ways to support Polish businesses in expanding into international markets.

This prestigious event gathered representatives of state authorities, local governments, the diplomatic corps, business leaders, and institutions to foster collaboration and strengthen the internationalization of the Polish economy.

This year’s edition was particularly significant as it marked:
The 10th anniversary of the event
The first such gathering during Poland’s EU presidency
The 35th anniversary of the Polish Chamber of Commerce

We look forward to continued engagement in initiatives that build strong ties between Poland, Canada, and the global business community.

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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.