Charlotte is an Intellectual Property lawyer and a photographer. She cannot live without either of them and decided to combine the two.

As a photographer Charlotte got to know what life as a small business owner is like and how daunting especially the legal side of business can be. With that in mind Charlotte opened up her legal advice business Charlotte’s Law & Fine Prints. Charlotte is there for entrepreneurs that would rather have clear advice that goes beyond just the legal issues than a 30-page-memo on the legal ins and outs. Although she’d be happy to write that memo for you if you insist.

As an Intellectual Property and Information Law lawyer, Charlotte is especially equipped to take on any challenge that running a business in today’s digital age – that brought us many opportunities, along with new legal boundaries – may hold for you. Convinced that the law is a tool, not a goal, Charlotte’s advice will help you to run your business in the way you want.

But do not wait until you run into trouble: prevent it. As with many things in life prevention pays off in the long run. So, give Charlotte a call if you want to make sure you follow the rules and your legal defence is optimal, before mayhem finds you. Got a customer that seems to be looking for a legal struggle? Give Charlotte a call and find a strategy that makes you and your customer happy!

With all that legal stuff you’d almost forget Charlotte is also a photographer. She actually enjoys creating a beautiful photo just as much as cracking a legal case. Now, on the internet your business is just about as good as your website looks. Well, that and raving customer reviews. Get that first impression right. A good profile picture is essential, because more and more people want to know who they are doing business with (unless you are a big faceless corporation). Charlotte would be happy to create a profile picture that is truly you, rather than just another headshot.

Stand out of the crowd: use quality photos of you or your product on your website. Even if you run an online-store consider professional photos of your merchandise to make it look even better! Don’t know what kind of photo’s you want? Consider Charlotte your translator into imagery and allow her to advise you and brainstorm with her how you can create beautiful photo’s that will send or reinforce your message.

Charlotte Meindersma
Company: Charlotte Meindersma Fotografie & Charlotte’s Law & Fine Prints
Address: The Hague
Telephone: 06 28917463
Email: foto@charlottemeindersma.com
Website: CharlotteMeindersma.com & charlotteslaw.nl
10% discount for wbii members on first legal consultation & 10% discount on portrait/lifestyle shoots

Join us for an informal networking evening at the Carlton Ambassador Hotel in The Hague. Share your business experiences and network with the members and other guests. Be sure to bring along your business cards!

Topic: 2012 Trends to Boost your Business

Date: 23 Feb 2012
Door open: 18.45
Program starts: 19.30 – 20.15
Networking: 20.15 – 21.30

Cost: 15 euro for members, 30 euro for non-members
WBII members can bring along a guest (€ 15,- member price)

Location: Cartlon Ambassador Hotel, Sophialaan 2, The Hague

REGISTER ONLINE

Payment: transfer the payment to the account listed below, please mention your name, e-mail address and add the code: net.feb
Rabobank: 116484683
To: Stg. Women’s Business Initiative
** If you would like to meetup before the event to enjoy the Chef’s selected plate of the day please contact info@womensbusinessinitiative.net, the cost of the meal is 15 euro.

The WBII Coaching Group consists of a group of professional coaches who meet to share experiences, ideas and to help and support each other as part of their professional development.

Qualified and/or experienced coaches are invited to join the Group. The next meeting will take place on Monday 14th May 12noon at the WBII. If you are interested, please contact one of the Group members below.

Christine Miljkovic, lifecoachchris@hotmail.com
Catherine Pawlow, pawlow@altustalent.com
Akkie Okma, akkie.okma@gmail.com
Teresa Moynihan, teresa@moynihan-hr-consulting.com

Claudia is in the process of qualifying for Lifecoach and Business Coach at the UK Coaching Academy .

In her last position as Vicepresident Operations at TomTom she has been awarded for great Leadership. Six months after she discovered Coaching as her new passion she decided to leave her successful career to become a Business Coach and start her own company in 2012. Originally from East Berlin, she is living since 15 years in Amsterdam.

Name: Claudia Pasch
Address: Amsterdam
Telephone: 06 21130904
Email: cp@claudiapasch.com
Website: claudiapasch.com
20% discount on every coaching program for WBII members

Go back to WBII Members Directory

GMW Advocaten has launched a brand new Legal Expat Desk website. The website is meant to be an information portal, a hub facilitating quick access to legal information that is relevant to expats living in The Netherlands. Current issues and changes in Dutch and EU legislation are reflected in brief articles, written by a dedicated team of Attorneys-at-Law and preferred third parties.

The Legal Expat Desk is an initiative of GMW Advocaten, a full service law firm that offers a unique mix of legal services and has extensive experience and expertise in handling legal matters for internationals.

Working with professionals and making use of an extensive network of experts, the Legal Expat Desk team is also available to advise and instruct internationals, expatriates and foreign entrepreneurs in the Netherlands and abroad.

Bookmark LED ; for clarity – right from the source.

Please, from February 10 on, have a look at www.legalexpatdesk.nl.

Barbara Rogoski has launched her first ebook about public speaking!

“8 Public Speaking Mistakes Not to Make” is a FREE 20 page practical training manual with helpful tips for all those who speak in public. The 8 mistakes and their alternatives give speakers insights into the importance of audience engagement and how to speak with clarity and impact. Both new and experienced speakers will learn something from this informative and entertaining resource.

Charlotte Meindersma is organizing a “profile photo day” at her office in Rijswijk. Have your profile picture taken for only €59,- including VAT. There will be coffee, tea and some sweet snacks available. You can walk in or make an appointment for your 15 minute photo shoot.

Date: 28th February
Time: 09:30 – 17:00
Location: Sir Winston Churchilllaan 299, Rijswijk

Contact: Charlotte Meindersma for more information, telephone 06 28917463.

ASPA and Laboni offer you wondrously soft and delicate cashmere stoles in a range of colors. WEARABLE ART is how I define my products as my designs are rendered with needles and threads by talented craftsmen on to fabric. A business benefiting these artists that are involved in the production, my stoles are sustainable and timeless fashion. For more details please visit my site Laboni.eu.

The pure cashmere range is a part of my versatile collection. So pick your colour and pamper yourself keeping snug against the chill outside. Finish off your ensemble stylishly with one of these stoles in vibrant hues along with expert make up tips thrown in by ASPA using Jane Iredale Make Up and Cosmetics.

Join Expatica.com’s Expat Education Fair on Saturday 24 March and gather essential information and contacts related to education in the Netherlands. Find the advice you need, attend an in-depth presentation, and mix with hundreds of other internationals!

Consult experts from a range of educational organizations including universities, primary and secondary schools, career coaches and language schools. These experts will be on hand to offer the guidance and advice you need.

Presentation topics include: choosing a school for your children, how the higher education system in the Netherlands compares to other countries worldwide, the Dutch education system explained, the pros and cons of studying abroad and why an MBA is a worthwhile investment.

Whether you are still finding your way in the Netherlands or seeking to develop further personally and professionally, the Expat Education Fair will be an invaluable source of information for you. Get your FREE tickets now!

Creating Waves teaches you stress resilience tools for handling your stress where it matters most – in your heart! You will learn simple techniques to reduce, relieve and release the stress in your life. The focus is the heart.

Creating Waves is quickly becoming the stress resource center for English speaking ex-pats in the Randstad region in the Netherlands. Next to the 1:1 Stress Release Program (SRP) Creating Waves also offers group sessions:

• What does your heart have to do with achieving your ideal weight?
• Mind your Stress program 3 x half days training in emotional control and stress management

For more information about Creating Waves and registration contact Mary Jane Roy –  maryjane@creatingwaves.nu