Protocol International

Aracelli C. Fullem worked at the Inter-American Development Bank for 32 years, before starting a career in coaching and consulting. She has a tremendous amount of hands-on experience as Senior Protocol Officer, having been responsible for all kinds of high-profile events, including visits of Heads of State, ceremonies, as well as the Annual Meetings of the Board of Governors. Intercultural communication is one of her passions, so this will certainly be covered in her guest lecture during Protocol International’s open subscription training programme in Norfolk, Virginia, from 3 until 5 March, 2025. Are you interested to join? Reserve your seat here: https://lnkd.in/eK8sDzPT.

Congratulations to this great group of participants who attended our training programme on international protocol, strategic networking and high-level events during the past three days in the stylish environment of The College Hotel in Amsterdam. It was intimate. Engaging. About royal protocol. And military leadership. Diplomatic best practices. Corporate relations. Seating struggles. Flag issues. Multilateral negotiations. Current geopolitical challenges. Spouses programmes. Precedence with a purpose. Business etiquette. Intercultural communication. Self-awareness. Guest speakers Karel van Oosterom and Conny Wenting. Social media. Security. Public relations. Gift giving. Official pictures. Movements & motorcades. Vision, mission and goals to achieve. The spirit of the Invictus Games. One year on the Security Council. A Special Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Riyadh. Or the tensions surrounding an international commemoration. From small to massive. Planting a seed. Or two. Or more. Glad to be back here next year. Looking forward to welcoming new participants again on 3, 4 and 5 November, 2025!

From multiple Olympic and Paralympic Games, to the most recent World EXPO’s. During Protocol International’s open subscription training courses in Riyadh and Osaka, participants will get insights second to none! Our Protocol Consortium experts  Dr. Andreja Wieser and Giovanni Criscione  will share their wealth of experience in organizing mega events.       Andreja has been involved in senior positions at seven Olympic and Paralympic Games, and will give us extensive insights in the “Management of International Dignitaries and VIPs at Olympic and Paralympic Games”. She will present in-depth the International Dignitary Programmes, the role of protocol, its services, procedures, and coordination with diplomatic missions and government authorities.                                     Giovanni has been involved in the protocol departments of several World Fairs, including EXPO 2015 Milano, EXPO 2017 Astana, and EXPO 2020 Dubai. He will provide us with great insights into the “Protocol Guest Journey at EXPO - A day in the life of a Protocol Officer during National Days”.   Together with Maryse and myself, Andreja and Giovanni will also take part in a roundtable session about a joint project we worked on: “World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development, 28 - 29 April 2024, Riyadh”. The secret power of protocol and its impact on such a global meeting will be discussed, including several key lessons learned. Get inspired by all the above insights! Reserve your seat here: https://lnkd.in/eVJ8xYq9

Mid-September, Protocol International had the pleasure of providing a three-day training course for ten professionals from both sides of the Atlantic at NATO's Allied Joint Force Command in Naples, Italy. It was a great learning experience and networking opportunity for all, and we're looking forward to the next iteration in Norfolk, Virginia. Enjoy reading the latest blog of Maryse Larché Mele on her "homecoming" where her protocol journey started.

From one year on the Security Council of the United Nations, to two postponements of the Invictus Games The Hague, due to Covid-19. During Protocol International’s open subscription training course in Amsterdam from 4 until 6 November, 2024, participants will get insights second to none! At the end of his diplomatic career, Karel van Oosterom will reflect on his extensive experience with international relations, high-level events, sensitive negotiations, as well as ceremonial pump and circumstance. Most recently, he served as Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and right before that as Dutch Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York. Karel will share all kinds of personal experiences and anecdotes at various geopolitical stages. Conny Wenting is an exceptional all-round business leader with an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, marked by her unwavering commitment to driving change and transformation. Conny has left an indelible mark on the global stage through her instrumental role in bringing the Invictus Games - an international sporting event for physically and mentally wounded veterans - to the Netherlands in 2022. As a trustee of the Invictus Games Foundation Board in the UK, she continues to champion the transformative power of sports in fostering social impact and empowerment, around the world. Get inspired by all their insights! Reserve your seat here: https://lnkd.in/epJKsqEc

Joseph El Hayek just finished working as protocol manager for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. He supervised proper compliance with the Olympic protocol imposed by the International Olympic Committee, including flags, anthems, and the participation of the Olympic Family in Victory ceremonies. In Dubai, he will share many interesting behind the scenes experiences and practical take-aways during Protocol International’s open subscription training programme from 13 until 15 November. Are you interested to join? Reserve your seat here: https://lnkd.in/epJKsqEc

At Protocol International, we sincerely hope you all enjoyed a beautiful summer. Like we did. And we really wish you’re looking forward to an inspiring new season, just like we do. We’re more than excited to offer five open subscription training programmes in the second half of 2024 and beyond. Mark Verheul and Maryse Larché Mele, as well as our distinguished guest speakers and associate partners, gladly welcome participants to truly engaging three-day training courses in Riyadh, Amsterdam, Dubai, Norfolk, and Osaka. The aim of these programmes is to provide a comprehensive understanding of international protocol, management of VVIP visits, diplomacy, negotiation techniques, intercultural dialogue, and strategic stakeholder engagement, while each module links theory to contemporary best practices. And always keeping in mind the local and regional flavours or needs. So for that reason, we’re pleased to announce our great ‘line-up’ of guest speakers! Enjoy reading Mark's latest blog! https://lnkd.in/eyAhvBaj

It's always wonderful to be back home in DC, catching up with old friends, making new connections and looking forward to great new projects in the pipeline"

After Summer Save the Dates! At the time that many of us are looking forward to a well-deserved vacation, Protocol International would like to provide an insight already as well into its upcoming open subscription training programmes in the second half of 2024 and beyond. From Japan, the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia, to the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America. Mark Verheul and Maryse Larché Mele, as well as our distinguished guest speakers, panelists and associate partners, gladly welcome participants to truly engaging three-day training courses in Amsterdam, Dubai, Norfolk, Osaka, and Riyadh! The aim of these programmes is to provide a comprehensive understanding of international protocol, management of VVIP visits, diplomacy, negotiation techniques, intercultural dialogue, and strategic stakeholder engagement, while each module links theory to contemporary best practices. More information about the content, venues, fees, guest speakers and take-aways will be available on our website as of mid-August. For now; have a great summer!

Lovely to be discussing "new concepts" with "old friends". Had a great visit at NATO's Allied Command Transformation today. Sorry I missed Admiral Bennett.