PCCC represented at the 5th Economic Forum in Starachowice_November 5

Last week, Bernhard L. Otterstein, President of the Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce, represented our Chamber at the Economic Forum in Starachowice, where he actively engaged in a panel discussion on current business challenges and opportunities.

The Forum gathered representatives from chambers of commerce, special economic zones, regional development agencies, local government, banks, and the private sector to examine Poland’s transition toward green energy, technological development, and available financial support mechanisms. The programme offered a wide-ranging view of the policies and partnerships needed to accelerate the country’s energy and innovation transformation.

The discussion was an inspiring exchange of ideas and experiences — a timely reminder that collaboration and diversity of perspectives are essential drivers of progress. The Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce remains committed to fostering international cooperation and supporting initiatives that promote sustainable economic growth.

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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.