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Picture Perfect at MASTERS VERNISSAGE at Hotel Okura Amsterdam 2021

Last week, Hotel Okura Amsterdam hosted the small-scale version of MASTERS EXPO: MASTERS VERNISSAGE. From July 8 to 12, the hotel featured the finest and best craftsmanship in art, watches, jewelry, fashion, food, mobility, wellness, investments and design. MASTERS now reports on the elegant event, where after a long time we finally met again to raise a glass together to the future.Text: Patrick Stoffer
Image: Floris van der Paardt

MASTERS VERNISSAGE

At MASTERS VERNISSAGE we met again after a long time to raise a glass to the future. There was looking ahead, closing deals, inspiration and lots of networking. Of course while enjoying all the best craftsmanship from some thirty high-quality exhibitors.

Also, various jazz trios, artists and skilled musicians created the atmospheric musical backdrop, which visitors enjoyed. And speaking of enjoying ... the Girls With Taste walked around during the ROARING TWENTIES VIP NIGHT to provide guests with crème brûlée, fresh oysters and delicious caviar, perfectly paired with Vinites' fabulous wines.

Magical moments were experienced during the various performances by talented artists in the Secret Suite on the 22nd floor of Hotel Okura Amsterdam. The intimate company of guests had the unique opportunity to attend an intimate concert by singers Alain Clark, Sandra van Nieuwland and Wouter Hamel, enjoy beautiful piano performances by Wibi Soerjadi and Pieter de Graaf or experience a spoken word recitation by poet Derek Otte from creative artist agency Blue Luna.Just like at MASTERS EXPO, a famous VIP Night could not be missed. On Saturday evening, all invited guests came together in the 'Roaring Twenties' theme to spend the evening in style. The many musical performances were enjoyed while enjoying a good glass of Paul Hartwood champagne. On Business Monday, all MASTERS League members gathered to do some good business together and network. The source of BV Nederland was on this day at MASTERS VERNISSAGE.

THE CAPTAINS LUNCH

On Friday, July 9, a motley crew found themselves in the Serre restaurant of Hotel Okura Amsterdam during THE CAPTAINS LUNCH. The entrepreneurs, prominent figures and BN'ers present all had 1 thing in common: they were guests of Yves Gijrath's podcast on De Kaptiteinenlijn. While enjoying delicious food and a spoken word by Yves, the great stories at the table soon came out.

Prior to lunch, guests immediately struck up animated conversation on the terrace. After drinks, everyone went to the table. During the welcoming speech, Yves dedicated the lunch to Peter R. de Vries (1956-2021), who was his guest in 2019. There was also attention for podcast guest John van den Heuvel, who could not be present due to developments regarding Peter R. De Vries.

The first dishes were served and glasses were raised to a wonderful gathering full of Excellencers. After the main course, attendees were treated to a spoken word by Yves, which consisted of special quotes from podcast conversations of several guests in attendance.

Some of the captains who attended THE CAPTAINS LUNCH: Fajah Laurens, Ali B, Roland Kahn, Henk de Vries, Jeroen van Koningsbrugge, Erik de Vlieger, Paul Riemens, Thomas Acda, Leon de Winter, Micky Hoogendijk, Benno Leeser and Won Yip.