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12. 1. 2012
Robert Neruda was named new partner of Havel, Holásek & Partners
Robert Neruda was named the twenty-first partner of Havel, Holásek & Partners. With 140 lawyers, Havel, Holásek & Partners is the largest Czech-Slovak law firm. In his new role, Robert Neruda will be co-responsible for the development of the firm’s specialised antimonopoly law practice group, as well as for the development of a legal team advising manufacturers, distributors and resellers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). He will continue advising clients in the public sector.
1. 1. 2012
Raben Logistics Slovakia: merger completed
Raben Logistics Slovakia, Transkam – Slovakia a Raben Trans Europe Slovakia (formerly Wincanton) are merged successfully
23. 11. 2011
HAVEL, HOLÁSEK & PARTNERS is the most recommended law firm of 2011
For the fourth time in a row, Havel, Holásek & Partners was awarded in the official Czech legal competition, Law Firm of the Year. This year, the firm placed first in the area of public procurement, thus confirming its success that was attained in this category in 2009. Havel, Holásek & Partners was also quoted as being among the best law firms in ten other categories, and is thus the most recommended law firm in the Czech Republic. The results have been announced by EPRAVO.CZ, the competition organizer.
24. 10. 2011
PwC Legal enters the Czech market
New law firm PwC Legal, with offices in Prague and Brno has entered the Czech market. PwC Legal is a commercial transactions and project law firm, which offers a full range of legal services to all major industries. At the same time, a new legal firm PwC Legal has been announced in Slovakia. In addition to the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the PwC Legal network serves clients globally in more than 75 countries worldwide.
18. 10. 2011
Mazars reinforces its consulting services: Pavla Hladká establishing Forensic Services Department
Pavla Hladká joined the Mazars international advisory company in the Czech Republic on 1 September 2011 in the position of the Director of the Forensic Services Department for the Central and Eastern European region. She will be responsible for the development of Mazars’ forensic services within the Czech Republic, Slovakia and other countries in the Central European region. She will also contribute to the preparation and implementation of an integrated strategy and consultation in the area of forensic services within Mazars’ international group.
9. 8. 2011
ING Konto, the first savings account with no-fees on the Czech market, celebrated its 10th anniversary
This year ING Bank celebrates the 10th anniversary of its flagship product. ING Konto has been on the market for 10 years now, with over 350,000 customers, to whom the bank has paid out over five billion crowns in interest. ING Konto keeps sustainable above-average interest rate, currently at 1.75%.
8. 8. 2011
Havel, Holásek & Partners strengthens its position in Moravia
Robert Neruda appointed managing associate of Brno office Robert Neruda (34), former vice chairman of the Office for the Protection of Competition and an attorney with nearly ten years of experience in competition law, has been appointed to the position of managing associate in the Brno office of the largest Czech-Slovak law firm, Havel, Holásek & Partners. Robert has been with Havel, Holásek & Partners for over a year now. To date, Robert has led the firm’s competition and public aid legal team. He will replace Jan Hladký in the position of managing associate in Brno.
9. 6. 2011
Raben Group announces acquisition of German Road Network and operations in CZ, H, PL and SK from Wincanton
European logistics operator, Raben Group, has today announced the acquisition of Wincanton’s German Road Network activities and businesses in Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia, subject to conditions.
9. 6. 2011
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1. 6. 2011
TNT Express ČR became participant in CEZ’s FUTUR/E/MOTION electro mobile project
TNT Czech Republic became a participant in CEZ’s FUTUR/E/MOTION project. FUTUR/E/MOTION is CEZ’s new strategic concept which responds to changes and new challenges in the energy sector, with one of the goals being the support of electric cars in the Czech Republic.
31. 5. 2011
Customs manager joins the PwC Tax and Legal Services team
PwC Czech Republic Tax and Legal Services team was strengthened by the addition of Radovan Šmídl, who will head up its growing customs practice. Radovan has 10 years of experience in the customs area with specialist knowledge of customs law, processes and regimes, both in the Czech Republic and abroad. Radovan joins PwC after 3 years as the Head of the Customs Department at the General Directorate of Customs.
25. 5. 2011
Czech Exact became the Regional Center of Excellence for the countries in Central and Eastern Europe
The company Exact founded its new regional center for professional support in Prague – Vaclav Urban became General Manager.
18. 5. 2011
CS Cargo groupage service achieves savings for the firm as well as the client
The groupage service operated by CS Cargo represents a system of consignment forwarding from the consigning client to the final customer. The company groupage service utilises a system of transshipment centres in suitable catchment areas where parcels and small consignments are collected. This system brings benefits to shipping service providers particularly in terms of cost optimisation. Clients also achieve savings as they need not arrange separate shipments for their individual consignments.
16. 5. 2011
The scholarship program Wings’ Spreaders
The next edition of the scholarship program Wings’ Spreaders has already started on the 1st April, which is the day of the 20th anniversary of the Raben Group in Poland. This year edition concern the next area of CSR – working place, thus it is called Humanations. In this academic year Wings’ Spreaders will cover those countries of the Old Continent where Raben Group has own branches: Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia and Ukraine. The award – annual scholarship – is increased by 100% and it amounts to 3,750 EUR.
7. 5. 2011
FasTracKids® CAMPS - First time in the Czech Republic!
FasTracKids the internationally recognized pre-school learning program helping children develop their communication and social skills is for the first time available in Czech language. The first courses have been recorded with actors Dana Verzichová, known from her many roles both in theatres and in TV-series (e.g. Theatre of České Budějovice, TV series Ordinace v růžové zahradě, Redakce), and Petr Gelnar, a renowned actor, stage director and dubbing actor, in the award-winning sound studio JK-SOUND (film award Czech Lion – Český lev for the Oscar-nominee Zelary, and Kytice).
19. 4. 2011
ING Bank announces annual results 2010 – net profit CZK 671 million
ING Bank Czech Republic ended the year 2010 with successful financial results being very close to the record year of 2009 and realized the net profit of CZK 671 million in 2010. Considering the positive yearly revaluations of bond portfolios (in the amount of CZK 116 million), the net comprehensive income equalled to CZK 787 million (being -3% compared to 2009).
11. 4. 2011
Raben Logistics Czech offers the new connection between the Czech Republic, Austria and Hungary
The Central and Eastern European countries have shown considerable potential and thus, as of 1 April 2011, new regular export lines between the Czech Republic and Austria are to be established and current transport lines to Hungary change to daily operation.
3. 3. 2011
Oldřich Šulák joins the PwC Forensic Services team
PwC Czech Republic Forensic Services team was strengthened by the addition of Oldřich Šulák, Manager. Oldřich has broad experience in area of forensic investigations and disputes as well as fraud and misconduct investigation, corruption and bribery cases or ethics-breakings in various business sectors.
24. 2. 2011
CS Cargo’s Air&Sea Division reports record results
CS Cargo group’s Air&Sea Division last year significantly increased the volume of transported material and containers and has further bold plans for 2011.
23. 2. 2011
Ambruz & Dark : Jan Spáčil elected chairman of the board of Transparency International Czech Republic
Jan Spáčil (37), a partner of Ambruz & Dark Law Firm, was elected as chairman of the board of Transparency International Czech Republic (TIC). In this position, he is to replace Václav Láska, who will continue working for TIC as a consultant on individual projects. Spáčil has been a member of the board since June 2010. His election to this office comes as an appreciation of the work he has done for TIC.
18. 2. 2011
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEW PARTNERS AND NEW NAME FOR HAVEL, HOLÁSEK & PARTNERS S.R.O.
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16. 2. 2011
ING posts 2010 underlying net profit of EUR 3,893 million
ING Group full-year underlying net profit rises fourfold to EUR 3,893 million from EUR 974 million in 2009
8. 2. 2011
Raben Logistics Czech opens a new branch
In mid-January, Raben Logistics Czech officially launched operations in the North Bohemian region. The new business unit is located in the very heart of Northern Bohemia – in the city of Liberec. It is already the sixth Raben’s branch in the Czech Republic.
1. 1. 2011
Ľubomír Bratko became the Executive Director of Unilever CR
Ľubomír Bratko, who has been the Sales Director of Unilever CR, was appointed the new Executive Director of Unilever Czech Republic starting January 2011. He also keeps his current Sales Director position.
16. 12. 2010
Petr Frisch, Mazars Tax Partner, nominated as "Brightest Tax Star, Tax Personnality and Rising Star"
Petr Frisch, a Partner of Mazars’ Tax Department, was nominated by the professional tax public in the category of "Brightest Tax Star, Tax Personnality and Rising Star" in the “Tax Advisor of the Year” awards.
30. 11. 2010
Linea Recta: A Gift Is a Chance to Increase Brand Loyalty, as Well as To Please
Christmas is in front of us. We’re all thinking of perfect presents, hoping we don’t forget someone and that we’ll get them the perfect gift.
23. 11. 2010
ING Bank has been helping children to develop their potential for five years
The ING Bank Fund of the Tereza Maxová Foundation has been helping children in foster care or children’s homes in developing their talents, education and content of leisure activities for five years already. The project, which builds on mutual cooperation between the ING Bank and the Tereza Maxová Foundation, has the form of general partnership and is based on the principles of transparency, where both organizations aim to provide comprehensive support and assistance to abandoned children.
16. 11. 2010
TNT awarded global ‘Supersector leader’ in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes
TNT was again awarded “Supersector leader” for ‘Industrial Goods and Services’ (including ‘Industrial transportation’) of the 2010 Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes.
16. 11. 2010
HAVEL & HOLÁSEK – THE LARGEST LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR 2010
Havel & Holásek has retained its position as the largest law firm operating in the Czech Republic, as well as the first place in the Telecommunications & Media category of the Law Firm of the Year 2010 competition. Havel & Holásek has thus won two out of fifteen categories and has, together with White & Case, become the law firm quoted most often (seven times) among the top five law firms nominated in individual categories. The results were announced yesterday by EPRAVO.CZ, the competition organizer. 1. 11. 2010
ING Bank CR appoints new CEO
Jan Bartholomeus has been appointed as new CEO for ING Bank Czech Republic as of December 1st 2010. Rolf-Jan Zweep, at present CEO ING Bank CR, has been appointed as CEO ING Bank Ukraine.
27. 10. 2010
Raben Group keeps investing in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
European logistics provider - Raben Group, has become the owner of Transkam company according to the agreement signed on 13th October.
18. 10. 2010
Jan Žůrek appointed new Managing Partner of KPMG Czech Republic
Jan Žůrek, one of the founders of the Czech office of the KPMG network of advisory firms, has been appointed Managing Partner of KPMG in the Czech Republic. Jan Žůrek has worked for the firm since 1990. He is taking over the role from František Dostálek, who managed the company from 2001 and who will continue to work as Chairman and CEO of KPMG Central and Eastern Europe.
4. 10. 2010
PwC is to expand in the Czech market in coming years
10 new Directors appointed in October Tax and regulatory changes, as well as the efforts of the state and firms to be more efficient and find ways to be better than the competition. These are challenges that will, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) specialists, characterise the crisis-experienced economy in the next few years. PwC expects that demand from clients for its services will grow in the Czech Republic, which will bring a 50% increase in revenues in 5 years.
17. 9. 2010
PwC Introduces New Branding Initiative
New brand simplifies name, emphasises value creation and relationships PricewaterhouseCoopers has refreshed its branding in order to strengthen, and modernise how it represents its worldwide network to its clients, its people and the communities in which it operates. 9. 9. 2010
Peter Chrenko appointed Leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax Controversy and Tax Policy & Administration practices
Peter Chrenko has been appointed leading partner of the PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax Controversy and Tax Policy & Administration practices. Peter worked as the Deputy Minister of Finance responsible for Taxation and Customs for the past three years.
7. 9. 2010
CTP continues to develop business parks in Brno
The city of Brno and CTP have signed a contract on Tuesday, September 7, 2010, for purchase of 420,000 m2 of land plots at Brno, Cernovicka Terasa. The city of Brno has selected CTP because of the long term cooperation and good experiences.
7. 9. 2010
Raben Logistics Germany invests at depot Mittenwalde near Berlin
Today, Raben Logistics Germany opens up the depot which was completed mid-year 2010.
3. 9. 2010
Petr Frisch, Mazars’ New Tax Partner
After many years of working in PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young and Deloitte, Petr Frisch (36) assumed the position of Partner of the Tax Advisory Department of the international consulting company Mazars in the Czech Republic as of 1 September 2010. He will be responsible for leading the personal income tax team and the development of the practice of personal taxation and social security legislation within the European Union. He will also participate in the preparation and implementation of a unified tax advisory strategy in the area of personal taxation within the Mazars workgroup for the Central and Eastern European Region.
1. 9. 2010
Etienne Strijp appointed new Managing Director of Heineken Czech Republic
New Managing Director of Heineken Czech Republic was appointed with effect from 1 September, 2010. Lieven Van der Borght, the previous General manager, was succeeded by Dutch-born Etienne Strijp.
1. 9. 2010
Randstad CZ acquires Start People Temping Business CZ
Randstad sro has reached an agreement with Start People sro to acquire the temping business of Start People in the Czech Republic. As of September 1, 2010, all temping related activities of Start People sro will be owned by Randstad s.r.o.
1. 9. 2010
Petr Solský – Business Development Director for Public Administration at Havel & Holásek
Petr Solský (35) has joined Havel & Holásek, the largest law firm in the Czech Republic, to hold the new position of Business Development Director for Public Administration. Petr Solský will be responsible for the firm’s relations with public administration bodies and business development in the field of public administration. Petr Solský joins Havel & Holásek after seven years spent in Brussels, where he worked for the Permanent Representation of the Czech Republic to the European Union.
13. 8. 2010
TNT Tests New Aerodynamic Elements on Trucks
Right placed and shaped aerodynamic elements can dramatically cut down CO2 emissions TNT tests new aerodynamic elements on trucks that benefit to lower consumption of fuel, CO2 emissions and noise. This way TNT participates in the PART20 initiative (Platform for Aerodynamic Road Transport) which develops aerodynamic devices based on scientific knowledge and practical experience of the transportation industry.
28. 7. 2010
Stress test reaffirms ING’s capital strength and ability to deliver for our clients
The European Union (EU) announced the results of its stress testing of Europe’s 91 largest banks on Friday 23 July 2010. As expected, ING performed very well in the test, reaffirming its strong capital position for the years ahead.
23. 7. 2010
Martin Fučík new partner of Havel & Holásek
Havel & Holásek, the largest law firm operating in the Czech Republic, appointed a new partner, Martin Fučík, who deals primarily with real estate law. Currently, the team of Havel & Holásek is comprised of 14 partners, nearly 100 lawyers, and over 250 employees in four branch offices in Prague, Ostrava, Brno, and Bratislava, the Slovak Republic.
15. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers helps the environment
More than 50 employees from all of three PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic (PwC) offices spent a work day at the beginning of summer joining PwC Green Day volunteering events. The events were organised simultaneously in locations near Brno, Ostrava and Prague.
15. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers Audit appointed two new partners, automotive and gas industry experts
Václav Prýmek and Jiří Zouhar have been appointed as new partners in PricewaterhouseCoopers Audit (PwC). Václav Prýmek is responsible for the provision of audit services and strategic accounting consultancy services to clients doing business in the areas of the gas industry and technology. Jiří Zouhar, as a leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers Automotive expert group in the Czech Republic, is responsible for automotive industry clients. The appointment of both these experts demonstrates the potential seen by PwC in these industries.
7. 7. 2010
Raben Logistics Germany invests in Wuppertal
Raben Logistics Germany is building a new distribution centre on the area of 26.600m² at Engineering Park (district Ronsdorf).
1. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers named CEE private equity Adviser of the Year
The PricewaterhouseCoopers private equity team has been named Adviser of the Year at the unquote" CEE Private Equity Awards 2010. It is the only award to recognise excellence in the CEE private equity market. 1. 7. 2010
PNO Consultants is newly managed by Zdenek Balga
The Czech representation of grant advisory company PNO Consultants has been managed by Zdenek Balga since the beginning of July. 28. 6. 2010
The 6th annual ING Kampa Group Midsummer Invitational at Konopiště
On Friday June 25, 2010, the Konopiště Golf Course hosted the sixth annual ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational golf tournament. This prestigious corporate golf event is organised by ING Commercial Banking and Kampa Group for its clients and each player donates a green fee of CZK 500 to Tereza Maxová Foundation for children. Winners of the tournament were announced at a party in Hergetova Cihelna which followed a Latin American theme this year.
28. 6. 2010
Spielberk Office Centre’s 5th anniversary
90,000 m² of business space now 85% full The Spielberk Office Centre celebrated their 5th anniversary at the end of June. The celebration initiated the construction start of our final phase 3, Hotel & Office Tower project. The event was a great success including speeches from our valued clients and a few words from the Dutch ambassador Mr. Jan C. Henneman.
14. 6. 2010
David Borkovec appointed Partner of the PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax and Legal Services department
“The new government brings a less complicated tax environment, maybe higher rates,” expects the new PwC Tax Partner.
14. 6. 2010
David Borkovec se stal partnerem v oddělení Daňových a právních služeb PricewaterhouseCoopers ČR
“The new government brings a less complicated tax environment, maybe higher rates,” expects the new PwC Tax Partner.
31. 5. 2010
Business Lease: Blue Care - economical and ecological operational leasing
Taking care today of the environmental impact of a company’s activities is among the key aspects of socially responsible business. Companies analyse their operations and seek areas where to set new, ecological procedures. One option is ecological car fleet management directly within the framework of operational leasing. Business Lease strives for an ecological approach worldwide and also wants to offer its customers a similar option through its services. At present it is the only company with a “100% CO2 Neutral” programme. This is why it has introduced the Blue Care product to the market, thanks to which customers will be able to create an ecological car fleet that is environmentally friendly, while achieving lower operating costs.
2. 4. 2010
Personal changes at ING Commercial Banking
As of April 1st Radim Ćmiel, currently Head of Lending Products & PCM and Member of the local Management Team, will take up a new job opportunity within ING Commercial Banking in Amsterdam. Following his appointment more changes will take place at ING Commercial Banking in the Czech Republic. Into new roles will be appointed Jan-Willem Eykma, Robert Chudoba a Simona Vlastníková.
1. 4. 2010
Jiří Moser, Advisor at the head of PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic
Jiří Moser (43) is the first Czech native to head PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic. His appointment as a managing partner confirms PwC’s long-term aim to provide the highest quality services not only for international corporations but also for the local Czech companies. From 2006 to the present time, Jiří has executed the duties of Leading Partner of Advisory Services; he will keep this position in the future as well.
30. 3. 2010
Manufacturing Expert Miroslav Klose joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Team
Miroslav Klose, an expert on running manufacturing concerns, joined PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic advisory team as a new Senior Manager. He will focus on further development of consulting services for the production sector. He will capitalise on his long-standing experience from power and engineering companies, where he execute the duties of CEO or board member.
16. 3. 2010
Petr Draxler joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Human Resource Management Team as new Senior Manager
The current challenging economic environment has increased the effectiveness requirements of human resource management. PricewaterhouseCoopers has reflected the increasing market demand for effective Human Resources Management services and has reinforced its Human Resource Management team (HRM). Petr Draxler (39) has been appointed as a Senior Manager in HRM at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Petr will work closely with Branislav Hunčík, an HRM Director, to further develop PricewaterhouseCoopers’ service offerings in HRM.
12. 3. 2010
PNO Consultants: New era of grants for CZ
Soon there is to happen a major change on grants schemes available to subjects from the Czech Republic: the “classic” Structural funds will be depleted. Still too complex and difficult to use sources of grant money are to be gone and replaced by EU wide support programs like Framework programs, Cross border grant schemes and European Investment Bank actions.
10. 3. 2010
ING HAS RECEIVED 2 PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS
ING awarded best European Cash Management Bank accolade by Treasury Management International ING Commercial Banking has won the Treasury Management International (TMI) European Cash Management Award 2009 for payments and cash management services. 9. 3. 2010
Milan Severin joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Financial Services Advisory team
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic Financial Services Advisory team was strengthened by the addition of Milan Severin, Senior Manager. Milan is returning to Prague after almost six years working in London’s PwC UK office.
5. 3. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers Keeps Hollywood’s Best Kept Secrets for 76 Years and Counting
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) this year celebrates its 76th year counting the Oscars® ballots on behalf of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ("The Academy"). Brad Oltmanns and Rick Rosas will continue the tradition leading the balloting process and will be the only two people in the world to know the identity of the Oscar® winners before the 82nd Annual Academy Awards® live telecast on Sunday, March 7, 2010 on ABC at 5 p.m. PT (8 p.m. ET).
5. 2. 2010
Heineken-brewed brands enjoy unprecedented success at Tábor Beer Festival
The 20th jubilee year of the Tábor Beer Festival ended Friday, 5 February. Beers brewed in Brno, Krušovice, Velké and Krásné Březno qualified to the finals twelve times, scooping eight medals in total. The figures stand testimony that their high quality is appreciated by consumers and beer experts alike. Alois Srb of Revel, the event organiser, confirms that this year’s achievement of the Heineken-brewed brands is unprecedented in the history of the festival as well as any other major contests. 2. 2. 2010
New Senior Managers at KPMG Czech Republic: Petr Potomský and Daniel Szmaragowski
Petr Potomský and Daniel Szmaragowski have been appointed as Senior Managers in the company’s Tax Services department. 5. 1. 2010
Frédéric Labiche appointed as a Senior Manager at KPMG Czech Republic
Frédéric Labiche has been appointed as a Senior Manager in the company’s Accounting Services and Payroll department.
17. 12. 2009
HAVEL & HOLÁSEK – OVERALL WINNER OF THE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR 2009 COMPETITION
Havel & Holásek has won in three out of eleven categories of the Law Firm of the Year 2009 competition. The results were announced yesterday by epravo.cz, the competition organizer. Havel & Holásek placed first in the following categories: the Largest Law Firm in the Czech Republic, Telecommunications & Media, and Public Procurement. The firm was also nominated as one of five recommended law firms in Mergers & Acquisitions and Restructuring & Insolvency. Based on the assessment of independent evaluators, including representatives of local and international corporations, law firms and epravo.cz, Havel & Holásek is the most successful law firm in the Czech legal market in 2009, confirming its position as the best independent Czech law firm according to this year’s prestigious ranking by Practical Law Company for the Czech Republic. 2. 12. 2009
New Senior Managers at KPMG Czech Republic: Marek Čáp and Veronika Strolená
Marek Čáp and Veronika Strolená have been appointed as new Senior Managers in the company’s Audit department.
26. 11. 2009
PricewaterhouseCoopers is the World’s Second Most Attractive Employer for Business Students, Says Universum
PricewaterhouseCoopers is the number one choice among consulting companies for business students as the most desired employer. And not only among consulting companies - PricewaterhouseCoopers has earned the second spot on Universum’s list of ‘The World’s Top 50 Most Attractive Employers’ for business students, too.
19. 11. 2009
CTP wins 2 more awards
Thursday, Nov 19, CzechInvest hosted their annual “Business Property of the Year 2008” competition. We are proud to announce that CTP received 2 awards from the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
18. 11. 2009
A Fresh & Tasty Way to a Better Lunch
Fresh & Tasty is a new product line introduced at the end of the summer by the Zátiší gastronomic group. Renata Lukášová, director of Fresh & Tasty, explains what led the group to launch the new venture.
18. 11. 2009
A Fresh & Tasty Way to a Better Lunch
Fresh & Tasty is a new product line introduced at the end of the summer by the Zátiší gastronomic group. Renata Lukášová, director of Fresh & Tasty, explains what led the group to launch the new venture.
27. 10. 2009
New Partner and Director join PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Human Resource Services team
Prague, 27 October 2009 – The economic crisis has increased demands on the effectiveness of human resource management. PricewaterhouseCoopers has reacted to the increased demand for HR services by reinforcing its Human Resource Services team. Will Schofield (42) has been appointed as a leading partner in Human Resource Services at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Czech Republic. Branislav Hunčík (35) has been appointed as a Director in Human Resource Management for PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic and Slovakia. 29. 9. 2009
New Directors at KPMG Czech Republic: Blanka Dvořáková and Michal Hašek
Blanka Dvořáková and Michal Hašek have been appointed as new Directors in the company’s Audit department.
14. 9. 2009
Proceeds from ING Better Ball Classic donated to children
On 14 September 2009, the tournament ING Better Ball Classic took place in the new Prague City Golf Club in Zbraslav. The tournament, played as a “better ball” competition, was organized by ING for its clients. The proceeds from registration fees and voluntary contributions, which amounted to CZK 27,000, were donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Children's Foundation. 1. 9. 2009
New Directors at KPMG Czech Republic: Michael Cianci and Fergus Cunningham
Michael Cianci and Fergus Cunningham have been appointed as new Directors in the company’s Accounting Services and Payroll and Audit departments respectively. Michael Cianci joined KPMG Czech Republic in 1997. His responsibilities include helping foreign entities to start business in the Czech Republic and providing accounting and payroll services to companies from various industries, with specialisation in real estate companies and hotels. 24. 8. 2009
Two new Experts join the PricewaterhouseCoopers Forensic Services team
Prague, 24 August 2009 – PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic Forensic Services team was strengthened by the addition of Jan Vylita, Director, and Michal Kohoutek, Senior Manager. Both Jan and Michal are returning to Prague after working in PwC offices abroad.
14. 8. 2009
Ahrend 360 – a top seat for innovation and sustainable design
Ahrend FZCO – the expert in the field of flexible eco-friendly furnishing solutions and the efficient use of commercial space – reveals the Ahrend 360, an environmentally-sustainable, ultra-light chair to the Middle Eastern market. 10. 8. 2009
Jan van Dam appointed President and CEO of Albert
Jan van Dam has been appointed President and CEO of Albert, with effect from August 10, 2009. Jan was previously General Manager of Etos. Jan succeeded Johan Boeijenga, who has decided to leave the company to pursue a career outside Ahold in the Netherlands.
3. 8. 2009
Responsible Leadership: PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic published its first annual report on Corporate Responsibility
Prague, 3 August 2009 – More than 1000 volunteering hours, almost CZK 1.6 million donated in cash, services and gifts, over 20 community beneficiaries. These are some of the highlights of the first annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) report of PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic (PwC) for the financial year 2009. 16. 7. 2009
PricewaterhouseCoopers appointed Věra Výtvarová as a new Assurance Partner
Prague, 16 July 2009 – Věra Výtvarová has been appointed as a partner in the Assurance department of PricewaterhouseCoopers. In her new role, she will be responsible for audit and advisory services for international and local companies in the general manufacturing, retail, and consumer and services sectors. 8. 7. 2009
Even in economic crisis, PricewaterhouseCoopers does not forget social responsibility – helps the environment
Prague, 8 July 2009 – More than 50 employees from all of three PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic (PwC) offices spent a work day at the end of June joining PwC Green Day volunteering events. The events were organised simultaneously in locations near Brno, Ostrava and Prague.
2. 7. 2009
ING Wholesale Banking: Fitter, Focused, Further named ‘Global Communications Campaign of the Year’
ING Wholesale Banking Internal Communications has won the 'Global Communications Campaign of the Year' award for the Fitter, Focused, Further programme. 30. 6. 2009
ING Kampa Midsummer Invivational in Great Gatsby Style
The fifth annual ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational took place on the Konopiště greens on Friday 26th of June. It is the most prestigious corporate golf tournament in the Czech Republic and the ING and Kampa clients not only enjoyed great golf. The starting fees were as usual donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Children’s Foundation that supports underprivileged children. 9. 6. 2009
Infiniti - luxury choice for independent rebels
In a mid of May INFINITI CENTRUM PRAHA under the umbrella of AUTO PALACE GROUP, who represents luxury brand Infiniti on the Czech market, has officially started its operations. Although Infiniti is the major brand, it appears on the US market already in 1989, it entered in Europe only the last year. Infiniti Centre in Prague is 18th European Centre but the Infiniti Europe plans are more extensive. By the end of 2010 above 80 luxury centres should be operating in Europe. And these centres will show to customers "what really makes sense".
25. 5. 2009
PwC Business Academy is now a Gold Approved Learning Partner for the ACCA Qualification
PwC Business Academy, a training center operated by PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic, has become Gold Approved Learning Partner to provide courses for the ACCA qualification. ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a global professional accountancy body which provides a first-choice qualification in finance, business managment and accounting. The approval is given to tuition providers who demonstrate that they meet the challenging performance targets set by ACCA. 14. 5. 2009
Mark Davidson joins TMF as a new Managing Director
TMF in the Czech Republic welcomed Mark Davidson as a new Managing Director at the beginning of March, 2009, as part of its strategy to continue the strong development of it's Czech operations. He will primarily be responsible for building on the past successes of TMF in it's unique role as Global Independent Administrators.
5. 5. 2009
Third Annual ING Trophy Tour Was Successfully
On 30 April 2009, the golf centre in Prague Hostivař became the site where the third annual ING Trophy Tour 2009 golf tournament was opened. ING is the permanent general partner of this Tour and the event is organised by the company Connea. During the year, ING Trophy Tour will be played in six golf resorts around the Czech Republic and in one foreign golf course. The entire golf tour will be concluded with a gala evening in the Paříž Hotel in Prague. 1. 5. 2009
AECOM acquires SAVANT
As of 1 May 2009, AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of professional technical and management support services for government and commercial clients around the world, announced that it has acquired Savant.
21. 4. 2009
ING Bank CR announces Net Profit result of CZK 238 Million in 2008
ING Bank Czech Republic realized a net profit of CZK 238 million in 2008. Taking into account CZK 200 million of yearly revaluations of our bond portfolios, the net profit would have increased by 86%, which is a very positive result in these difficult times. During this year, ING Bank plans to continue it’s current strategy of building long-term sustainable position in the Czech market and is ready to provide financial solutions not only to current but also to new corporate and institutional clients. 27. 3. 2009
Dennis M. Nally Selected As Global Chairman of PricewaterhouseCoopers
Dennis M. Nally has been elected Chairman of the PricewaterhouseCoopers International Network for a four year term beginning on July, 1, 2009. PwC member firms worldwide ratified the selection of Mr. Nally, 56, by the PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Board. Samuel A. DiPiazza, Jr., the current Chairman announced last November that he was retiring after a 35 year career with the firm. He will remain with PwC for a transition period and will formally retire from PwC later in 2009.
27. 1. 2009
Karolína Staňková - New Chief Operations Officer at ING Wholesale Banking ČR
Karolína Staňková (35) was appointed Chief Operations Officer at ING Wholesale Banking ČR as of January 1st 2009. She is responsible for daily routine operations, back office and IT services, including project and process management. In her previous position at ING Wholesale Banking she worked as process and project manager.
14. 1. 2009
KPMG 2008 revenues grow 14.5 per cent to US $22.7 billion
KPMG, the global network of professional service firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, announced that member firm combined revenues increased to US$22.69 billion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, versus US$19.81 billion for the prior fiscal year, reflecting double-digit growth across all of KPMG’s service lines. 17. 12. 2008
Petr Kříž received the award for his outstanding contribution to developing the accountancy and finance profession
Petr Kříž, a partner in Assurance services of PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic, has received the prestigious international award ACCA Annual Achievement Award 2008 in the United Kingdom. The award is given annually by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) to outstanding figures who have significantly contributed to the development of the accountancy and finance profession on an international scale. 14. 11. 2008
Ian Wheldon strengthens Ernst & Young’s Czech Tax team
Prague, 14 November 2008 – Ernst & Young in the Czech Republic has a new addition to further strengthen its Tax Services team. Ian Wheldon (36) recently moved to Prague as a Senior Manager from Ernst & Young in Toronto. In his new role, he will primarily be responsible for international and corporate tax planning services in the Czech market.
24. 10. 2008
PricewaterhouseCoopers 2008 revenues rose 8% to USD 28.2 billion
* Revenues surge 21% in emerging economies 21. 10. 2008
New senior managers at KPMG Czech Republic
Zbyněk Hojsák and Pavel Kliment have become new senior managers in the Audit department of KPMG Czech Republic. 30. 9. 2008
Formula in the Brno Sky
ING Wholesale Banking celebrated the opening of its new representative office in Brno with a magnificent gala event in Spielberk Office Center. A major attraction of the evening was the setting of an ING Renault F1 race car in the heart of Spielberk Office Center with the help of a helicopter. The event also featured a light, audio and fire show.
5. 9. 2008
A new design business hotel to be opened in Pilsen
angelo Hotel**** Pilsen, the first real design business hotel in the capital of West Bohemia, is going to be opened 1st October 2008 in a perfect location opposite the famous Pilsner Urquell brewery and just about 45 minutes driving from Prague.
4. 9. 2008
The Royal Bank of Scotland launches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group (“RBS”) has formally re-branded ABN AMRO Bank branches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, marking the completion of the integration of the two banks in both countries. Czech Republic and Slovakia are among the first European markets being fully integrated and re-branded to RBS. 1. 9. 2008
Paul Stewart appointed as Leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax & Legal Service in the Czech Republic
As of 1 September, 2008, Paul Stewart (39) was appointed as the leading partner of the PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech tax practice. Paul is taking this role over from Stephen Booth who was previously nominated the Country Managing Partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic in July last year and who will now focus fully on managing the firm as a whole.
21. 8. 2008
CTP: Villas SOLD OUT - Monster Worldwide Jobs takes up last Villa at Spielberk Office Centre
Spielberk Office Centre is now over 70% full in it’s third phase and the park is full of activity, attractions and amenities. Featuring an abundance of green space and offices with lakeside views. Located close to the river Svratka now a popular bike ride or walk to Brno Town Centre.
14. 7. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking Strengthens Relationship Management Team
Prague, 14 July 2008 – The team of Relationship Managers in ING Wholesale Banking has during the course of this May and June welcomed Robert Chudob (39), LucieKrálová (30) and Jiří Chojna (28) into its midst. Robert Chudoba will cater to corporate clients in the utilities and chemicals sectors, Lucie Králová will be responsible for the maintenance and development of the portfolio of existing and new clients in the Czech Region, and Jiří Chojna will attend to clients of the Ostrava branch.
1. 7. 2008
Havel & Holásek, one of the largest independent Czech & Slovak law firms, names two new partners
With effect from 1 July 2008 Havel & Holásek, has appointed Josef Hlavička and Dušan Sedláček as new partners. The legal team of Havel & Holásek now consists of 10 partners, 60 lawyers and a total of more than 120 employees, in three offices (Prague, Ostrava and Slovak office in Bratislava) making the firm one of the three largest Czech & Slovak law firms. 27. 6. 2008
ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational in Its Fourth Year
On Friday 27 June 2008, the Konopiště Golf Resort hosted already the fourth annual largest corporate golf tournament in the Czech Republic - ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational. The event was not for clients of ING Wholesale Banking and Kampa Group only; prominent athletes and celebrities like ice hockey players Petr and Jaroslav Nedvěds, Martin Ručínský and model Jana Doležalová also put in their appearance. The proceeds from the tournament were donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Foundation.
25. 6. 2008
Two lawyers strengthen the legal team of Havel & Holásek
Two attorneys-at-law have joined the legal team of Havel & Holásek, Zuzana Picková and former judge Patricie Švarcová. 26. 5. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking Appoints New CEO for Central and Eastern Europe
ING Wholesale Banking has appointed Roland Boekhout to lead its ambitious growth plans in the Central and Eastern European region, with immediate effect.
22. 4. 2008
ING Bank CR announces the best Net Profit result in the Czech history: 44% increase to CZK 354 Million in 2007
ING Bank Czech Republic realized a net profit of CZK 354 million in 2007. The result is the best in the Czech history and shows stable and continuous growth of the branch on the local market. ING Bank CR generated an attractive net profit of 44% raise in comparison to 2006 that is in line with a great ING Group result reported for 2007 (20.1% net profit raise) showing a strong balance sheet, continuous growth of customer base and solid risk management that helped ING protect from the market turmoil. In 2007 the client business in the Czech Republic grew with more than 14% and in 2008 ING Bank CR plans to broaden the clients’ base and open its second representative office in Brno. 12. 3. 2008
Brno & Ostrava Investments Discovered
Brno: Spielberk Office Centre Brno is the Czech Republic’s second city, a beautiful and ancient university town that plays home to some of the world’s most prosperous businesses, as well as over 75 000 highly skilled students.
12. 3. 2008
Fortis awarded ‘Best Carbon Trader 2008’
Fortis has received the ‘Best Carbon Trader 2008’ award from Point Carbon. The award was presented at the prestigious Carbon Market Awards at the Carbon Market Insight conference. Each year, Point Carbon announces the winners for Best Trader, Best Broker and Best Project Developer.
8. 3. 2008
Provision of Czech cement works to Kazakhstan was given double Deal Of The Year 2007 award for export financing
Czech cement works export to Kazakhstan, a common project of Fortis Bank’s Czech branch, EGAP and PSP Engineering a.s., the Czech supplier of capital equipment, has been independently voted as “Deal Of The Year” by Global Trade Review Magazine and Trade Finance Magazine, two international export magazines specialized in trade finance business. The amount of financial operation exceeded 2,4 billion CZK (97,6 million EUR).
21. 2. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking strengthens its team of Relationship Managers
Prague, 17 January 2008 – In the months of November and December of 2007, ING Wholesale Banking’s Relationship Managers team was strengthened by Zdeněk Matoušek (29) and Jitka Kulhánková (33). Zdeněk Matoušek will be in charge of clients from the Automotive and General Industries sectors (producers, exporters and distributors) and Jitka Kulhánková will cater to clients from the Pharmaceuticals and Health care, Telecom and Media, Food and Beverages and Retail sectors.
21. 2. 2008
ING CR/SR Welcomes New CEO – Mrs. Alexis George
As of March 1, 2008 ING CR/SR will have a new CEO and Chairperson of Retail management committee. Mrs. Alexis George comes from Australia where she until now worked as an Executive Director for Personal Investments. She will succeed Dick Okhuijsen in this role.
1. 2. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking wins European and Eastern European Cash Management Award
Amsterdam, Prague, February, 1st 2008 - ING Wholesale Banking, the corporate and investment banking division of ING Group, has won both the European Cash Management Award 2007 and the Eastern European Cash Management Award 2007.
7. 1. 2008
Van Gansewinkel Purchases a Landfill Site
Van Gansewinkel has signed a letter of intent to purchase a landfill site in Horní Benešov. Van Gansewinkel intends to operate the landfill under the name of Van Gansewinkel HBSS s.r.o. By taking this step, Van Gansewinkel is consolidating its position in the Moravian-Silesian Region. In the past years, the Company has been strengthening its presence in this region, among others, by
19. 12. 2007
ING Wholesale Banking – 15 Years on the Czech Market
Prague, December 19th 2007 – The Christmas Coctail held in Malá dvorana of Veletržní Palace in Prague on Monday 17th December preceded a charitable Fashion Show of the Tereza Maxová Foundation and was organised by ING Wholesale Banking. The guests, gathered around a formula 1 model from the ING Renault F1 team, celebrated the upcoming Christmas time as well as the anniversary of the ING Bank operation in the Czech Republic.
11. 12. 2007
ING Wholesale Banking hosted its 10th Investment Forum
Prague, December 11th, 2007 – ING hosted its 10th Investment Forum during the last week of November in Prague. The Forum focuses on the developing European markets and from the global point of view is considered as one of the most important annual ING events. Over eighty-eight leading companies from across the whole region presented themselves to almost three hundred major institutional investors. The Forum was opened on Monday 26th November with a keynote speech given by the former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev.
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