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Take the Next Step in Your Career: Coaching & Counselling – Free Online Session
·OnlineOnlineDuring this online session, you’ll learn all about the many exciting aspects of a coaching training program and find out if this career path is the right fit for you.
Special thanks to our friends at the Academy for Coaching and Counselling (ACC) for hosting this event.
ACC in a Nutshell
- 30 Years of Experience: Since 1996, the ACC has trained thousands of successful coaches and counsellors. Most of them still hold a thriving practice, work as a teacher in the profession or have excelled in their professional careers.
- Comprehensive Training: Develop your coaching and counselling skills from foundational techniques to advanced specializations with the ACC’s flexible two-year English training program, tailored to support your unique learning path.
- National and International Recognition: Exemplary recognition for its institute and educational programs.
- Flexible Learning Options: The ACC training programs take place in various cities in the Netherlands or in a live online setting, accessible worldwide.
- Learn from Experts: The ACC teachers are experts in the field, so you will be taught by the best and learn from their experiences.
Join the Online Information Session
Are you an international professional ready to take the next step in your career?Strong coaching and counselling skills help you communicate more effectively, support others through change, and create meaningful impact in your work. These skills are valuable across many professional roles – and can also form the foundation for a new career as an independent coach or counsellor.
Many of the participants use the program to strengthen their professional effectiveness, while others successfully transition into a new career path.
Join the free Online Info Session on June 11th to discover how you can:
- Develop advanced listening and questioning skills.
- Communicate with clarity, empathy and confidence.
- Support people through professional and personal challenges.
- Strengthen your impact in your current role.
- Build a solid foundation for a career as an independent coach or counsellor.
The ACC’s internationally recognized programs combine personal development with practical professional skills that you can apply immediately. Participation is free of charge.
During this online session you will:
- Receive information about how to become a coach or counsellor in The Netherlands.
- Discover the ACC’s training programs and what can be achieved with them.
- Meet teachers and staff.
- Get informed about the ACC’s accreditations and recognitions.
- Receive advice on which training program suits you best.
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FREEAbout ACC
The Academy for Coaching and Counselling (ACC) has offered training programs in the field of coaching and counselling since 1996. We stand for a personal approach with a focus on our students’ unique life paths. At the ACC, we attach great importance to quality. This is also reflected by our various accreditations, certifications and quality marks.We offer training programs in which people discover and develop their own talents, and learn to guide others in their process. In Year 1, you’ll learn the fundamentals of coaching and counselling. After completing this first year, you can deepen your skills and choose to specialize further – for example, by continuing with Year 2 or enrolling in our Addiction and Recovery specialization. Both Year 1 and Year 2 programs are available either in-person (classroom) or Live Online (via Zoom). The online program gives you the possibility to be guided by a teacher and practice with your fellow students onscreen from anywhere in the world.
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Filing Your U.S. Taxes While Living Abroad
·OnlineOnlineAlthough the U.S. boasts an incredible and innovative economy, beautiful nature and robust opportunities, many Americans decide to live abroad. They can be in search of personal or professional growth, adventure, or to simply retire.
Experiencing a new culture is both exciting and engaging. For most countries, however, once you have left, you cease to become a tax resident and therefore pay no income tax. But, as a U.S. citizen, you are taxed based on your American nationality, not necessarily only where you live. Therefore, as an American living abroad, you must file income taxes and report certain items to the IRS and the U.S. Government.
In this webinar, we’ll walk you through what you need to do in order to comply with U.S. regulations, as well as some tips and tricks to do so efficiently and painlessly.
We’ll discuss:
- Who needs to file U.S. income tax
- Considerations for U.S. expats
- How to file your U.S. income tax Federal & State Tax Returns
- Understanding the basic regulations
- Avoiding double taxation
- Credits from the U.S. government
- Tax planning and tax efficient strategies
- Things to consider when owning Property or a Business in the United States
- Considerations for Digital Nomads
- Considerations for retirees
- The streamline procedure, for those who haven’t filed
- You’re first income tax filing
- Accidental Americans
- Tips & Tricks
Remember that the long arm of Uncle Sam and the IRS is not something which can be ignored, so it’s important to get informed, follow the rules and do everything correctly. In this webinar, we’ll help you with everything you need to know about filing your U.S. tax returns from abroad. So join us for a smooth tax experience!
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FREEAbout the Sponsor
At Taxbrella, we specialize in hassle-free tax solutions for U.S. expats in Europe and beyond. As the sister company of Blue Umbrella, a trusted name in Dutch tax services for over a decade, we understand the complexities of international tax compliance.Whether you’re new to expat life or a seasoned traveler, Taxbrella is your trusted partner—so you can focus on what matters most while we handle your taxes.
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Moving to Europe as an Investor
·OnlineOnlineCurious about moving to Europe as an investor? As an American you can’t just pack your bags and move as the United States is not part of the EU, so you’ll need a visa. As an investor you have some very nice options with some huge tax benefits. In this webinar we’ll walk you through those options.
Portugal and the Netherlands offer compelling opportunities for investors and professionals. This webinar is your chance to get a practical look at key residency routes, requirements, and benefits. It’s ideal for those who are looking for the best ways to move to Europe from outside the European Union.
What we will cover:
- Visa & Permits: Learn about Portugal’s Golden Visa, the new IFICI tax scheme, and options in the Netherlands such as Dutch American Friendship Treaty (DAFT), Highly Skilled Migrant, Startup, and Self-Employed permits. We’ll also provide the latest updates following the end of the Investor Visa. Additionally, we’ll cover the requirements to maintain these visas, timelines for dual nationality, and how to qualify.
- Lifestyle: Compare weather, food culture, healthcare, daily costs, social life and what life generally looks like in each country.
Q&A
- At the end of the presentation you will have a chance to ask questions in a very engaging Q&A session.
Make the move and enjoy the endless opportunities and quality of life Europe has to offer!
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FREEAbout the Speakers
Merel Kraaijenbrink
An investment and operations professional in European venture capital, serving as Chief Operations Officer at Dealflow.eu and closely involved with Ventures.eu, where she helps investors, startups, and corporates spot and scale high‑potential innovations. After building her early career and entrepreneurial track record in Amsterdam, including launching a seltzer brand, she relocated from the Netherlands to Lisbon, Portugal, where she now focuses on strengthening the local and wider European startup ecosystem, co‑hosting initiatives such as Women in VC Portugal and regularly sharing insights on scalable innovation and family offices in VC.Karim Sabri
A former aerospace and tech executive who founded Expat Republic in the Netherlands and has more than a decade of international experience in aviation, technology, and business development. He describes himself as an energizing and resourceful professional dedicated to helping wealthy internationals thrive in The Netherlands.Fernando Peres Ferreira
A venture capital partner based in Lisbon, Portugal, currently at Ventures.eu, a Portuguese VC fund backing deep‑tech and impact‑driven startups across Portugal and the wider EU. With experience investing in Portuguese tech since around 2005, he focuses on helping founders build enduring companies through strategic guidance, co‑investing with European and US VCs, and channeling Golden Visa and international capital into innovation rather than purely real estate. He is an active voice in the ecosystem, regularly sharing insights on launching new VC funds, scalable innovation, and responsible investment in Portugal’s startup landscape.Maria Gabriela de Orleans e Bragança
Marketing and communications professional in the European venture capital ecosystem, currently Marketing Manager at Dealflow.eu and Ventures.eu, where she helps position the platforms and their funds with founders, family offices, and other investors. Originally from Rio de Janeiro and part of Brazil’s former imperial family, she studied Communication at PUC-Rio and has built an international career across Brazil, Brussels, London, and now Lisbon, focusing on technology, governance, and private capital.2 attendees
Mastering Tax Planning as a US Expat
·OnlineOnlineLiving abroad as a US citizen comes with unique tax obligations, but that doesn’t mean you should be paying more than necessary. In this webinar, we’ll explore how to avoid double taxation, the common mistakes expats make with foreign income, pensions, and investments, and how IRS reporting requirements can affect your financial life overseas.
This event will provide valuable strategies to help you secure your financial future, by providing you with smart tax strategies, wherever you call home.
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FREEAbout The Speakers
Daniel Lattimer
Daniel Lattimer is a Senior Independent Financial Adviser at SJB Global and SJB US, specialising in holistic, fee-based financial planning for international clients and UK-linked expats, with a focus on pensions, cross‑border tax, and retirement planning.Matthew Quinn
Matthew Quinn is an Expat Financial Advisor and Senior Financial Planner at SJB Global and SJB US, specialising in international pension restructuring, post‑Brexit financial planning, and inflation‑proofed, fee‑based investment solutions for expats worldwide.2 attendees
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