CTA Association

Executive Lunch - Le Dorian
2025-06-19 12:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Le Dorian, Pl. René-Payot 1, Geneva, GE, 1204, Switzerland
We are delighted to invite you to our next Executive Lunch taking place on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Le Dorian in Geneva. The lunch is offered to all selected participants. Number of seats is limited to 5 people. This event is strictly restricted to Alumni of the Master, DAS and CAS in Commodity Trading.
Fernanda Tavares is the Head of Operations at Alvean, a leading global sugar trading company based in Geneva. She played a pivotal role in setting up Alvean’s operations in Brazil, leading key areas such as logistics, trade execution, process design, and IT systems implementation. Prior to joining Alvean, she spent 16 years at Cargill, where she built a strong foundation in commodity operations and supply chain management.
She looks forward to sharing insights about her career with the Alumni of the Commodity Trading Association at their next executive lunch.
Participation: the Executive Lunches are offered by SB Fiduciaire Sàrl. Please apply through the registration link. Our team will inform the selected participants.

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CTA Zug Afterwork
2025-06-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Park Hotel Zug, Industriestrasse 14, Zug, ZG, 6302, Switzerland
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The Commodity Trading Alumni Association (CTA Association), in collaboration with Yas Coaching (represented by Yasmina Rauber) and Altus Search (represented by Inan Rashid), invites you to a dynamic and insightful conversation on career strategies for commodity trading professionals
Date: 24th June 2025Time: 18:00Location: Park Hotel ZugTopic: Open Conversation on Career Strategies for Commodity Trading Professionals
Join industry experts and peers for an engaging discussion covering:
✅ Industry Trends – AI implementation and adaptation
✅ Strategies for Staying Competitive in a fast-paced environment
✅ Networking – The power of coaching, mentoring, and influence-building
✅ Recruitment Trends – Current skills demand and opportunities
✅ Personal Branding & Career Transition – Navigating your professional journey.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to gain insights, expand your network, and shape your career path in commodity trading!

CTA Summer Afterwork
2025-08-20 19:00 - 22:00 | La Potinière Genève, Le, Jard. Anglais, Geneva, 1204
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The CTA Afterworks are designed for Alumni in Commodity Trading of the Master, CAS and DAS of the University of Geneva and professionals in commodity trading. Join us to enjoy a chill moment, meet Alumni and professionnals from our business community.
Join us for an exclusive evening of networking and great conversations with about 100 professionals. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with fellow alumni, expand your network, or simply unwind after work, this is the perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out on a relaxed yet dynamic atmosphere in the heart of Geneva. See you there!

CTA - Zug - Networking Event
2025-09-04 18:00 - 22:00 | Park Hotel Zug, Industriestrasse 14, Zug, ZG, 6302, Switzerland
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Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening of Connection and Growth!CTA invites you to a special Networking Event in collaboration with YasCoaching – Yasmina Rauber set in the serene beauty of Park Hotel, Zug.

Date: 4th September
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Park Hotel, ZugThis is your chance to expand your network, spark new collaborations, and engage with inspiring professionals in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, coach, creative, or curious soul—come as you are and leave with new insights, contacts, and maybe even a friend or two.Hosted by CTA x Yas Coaching : Expect meaningful conversations, guided networking activities, and light refreshments.Spaces are limited, so save your spot now—your next big opportunity could start with a simple hello!

CTA Golf Trophy 2025 – Golf of Bonmont
2025-09-19 12:00 - 22:00 | Golf & Country club de Bonmont / Château de Bonmont, Rte de Bonmont 31, Cheserex, VD, 1275, Switzerland
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CTA Executive Lunch - Le Dorian 24.09.25
2025-09-24 12:30 - 14:30 | Le Dorian, Pl. René-Payot 1, Geneva, GE, 1204, Switzerland
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We are delighted to invite you to our next Executive Lunch taking place at 12h30 on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Le Dorian in Geneva.The lunch is offered to all selected participants. Number of seats is limited to 5 people.
This event is strictly restricted to Alumni of the Master, DAS and CAS in Commodity Trading.
Our guest will be Simeon Lachev, Managing Director of Weromett SA, bringing nearly twenty years of expertise in commodity trading, legal advisory, insurance, and risk management. Before leading Weromett, he held senior positions at Metinvest International and Oryx Energies. Weromett SA, headquartered in Geneva, is a steel trading company active in finished, semi-finished, and raw steel products, complemented by services in logistics, financing, and insurance.
He looks forward to sharing insights from his professional journey with the Alumni of the Commodity Trading Association at their next Executive Lunch.
Participation: the Executive Lunches are offered by SB Fiduciaire Sàrl.Please apply through the registration link. Our team will inform the selected participants.

6th MTE Conference
2025-10-09 08:00 - 20:00 | Hotel President Wilson, Quai Wilson 47, Geneva, GE, 1211, Switzerland
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CTA Association is proud to be an Institutional Partner of the 6th MTE Conference taking place in Geneva on 9th October 2025 and will focus on Decarbonising the Maritime Value Chain.
The MTE Conference is an annual B2B event designed to bring together the key stakeholders across the maritime and commodities value chain including cargo-owners, commodity trading companies & multinational corporations, ship-owners and operators, ship-brokers, government and regulatory bodies, financial institutions and innovative technology solution providers, to foster collaboration, explore emerging trends, share best practices, and facilitate networking opportunities with a focus on reducing emissions and enhancing operational efficiency in shipping and maritime transportation.
Alumni of the Master, DAS and CAS in Commodity Trading can benefit from a 20% discount on entrance ticket.

CTA Geneva Afterwork with NTU - Rooftop°42
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Rooftop 42, Rue du Rhône 42, Geneva, GE, 1204, Switzerland
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On this occasion, we invite our Geneva CTA business community to meet 20 EMBA participants from the top-level Nanyang Technical University (NTU) who will spend a week at UNIGE within their EMBA programme. With several years of professional experience in finance and/or commodity trading, NTU participants will attend 4 days of courses (including Organization, Sustainability & responsibility, Legal Aspects & Regulations, Sustainable Finance, and Digital Disruption), and 1 day to visit International Organization in Geneva.
The CTA Afterworks are designed for Alumni in Commodity Trading of the Master, CAS and DAS of the University of Geneva and professionals in commodity trading. Join us to enjoy a chill moment, meet Alumni and professionnals from our business community.

CTA Annual Conference 2025
2025-10-29 | Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, Quai Turrettini 1, Geneva, 1201, Switzerland
FULLY BOOKED

Global trade is marked by uncertainty, with geopolitical tensions, economic shifts, and environmental challenges reshaping the landscape. This conference will explore how industry leaders, policymakers, and experts can navigate shocks and uncertainties while ensuring resilience in global supply chains. Discussions will cover risk management strategies, the impact of shifting energy and climate policies, and the evolving role of technology and finance in commodity markets. Together, we aim to shed light on how to turn turbulence into strategic advantage for the future of trading.
In this setting, gaining fresh insights and building strong professional connections is more important than ever. Moderated by S&P Global, the discussions will provide independent, high-level perspectives from experts at the center of global markets. Beyond the exclusive panel, the evening offers a valuable opportunity to meet peers, share experiences, and expand your professional network in a welcoming setting. Join us for one of the commodity trading community’s key gatherings of the year.

TFG Geneva 2025
2025-11-06 07:45 - 19:00 | InterContinental Geneva, Chem. du Petit-Saconnex 9, Geneva, GE, 1209, Switzerland
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CTA Association is proud to be an Association Partner of the TFG Geneva taking place in Geneva on 6th November 2025 and will focus on the challenges and opportunities within Trade & Commodities.
Key topics include:

The impact of trade tariffs, geopolitics, and other volatile externalities on the market
The ever-growing trade finance gap: How can SME/mid-size clients effectively access liquidity?
The importance of commodities to facilitate energy transition goals
How can the industry effectively decarbonise?
Continued regulatory impact on trade finance banks

CTA Zug Conference 2025
2025-11-18 18:30 - 21:30 | CV Labs, Zug, Dammstrasse 16, Zug, 6300, Switzerland
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Organized by Commodity Trading Alumni (CTA), this event brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to explore how women are shaping the future of sustainable energy. Through interactive panel discussions and networking, we’ll spotlight innovative approaches to leadership, climate finance, and the energy transition.
Program:
6:30 PM – Welcome & Networking6:45 PM – Opening Remarks by CTA7:00 PM – Value Creed: Study Case Presentation7:15 PM – Panel: Women Leading the Energy Transition8:15PM – Interactive Q&A8:30 PM – Networking & Apéro9:30 PM – Closing

Geneva New Fuels 2025
2025-11-19 09:00 - 20:00 | Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, Quai Turrettini 1, Geneva, 1201, Switzerland
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CTA Association is proud to be a Partner of the Geneva New Fuels 2025 taking place in Geneva on 19th November 2025 and will focus on the future of marine fuels.
Explore the latest developments in biofuels, biofuel hedging, and insetting, and discover how these solutions are shaping the industry. Learn from experts about LNG and Bio-LNG, as well as emerging technologies like advanced hull coatings and efficiency solutions. Stay ahead of new regulations, including FuelEU Maritime and carbon markets such as the EU ETS, and understand how to navigate the evolving compliance landscape.

General Assembly 2026
2026-01-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Base Hotel Geneva, Rue du Jura 13, Geneva, GE, 1201, Switzerland
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We are delighted to invite you to the Annual General Assembly of CTA Association. This Annual Meeting is the occasion to review the previous activities, elect new board members, present the financial statements and set the agenda for the coming year.
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Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, 14.01.2026
Time: 19:00
Location: Base Hotel Geneva, Rue du Jura 13, 1201 Geneva
This event is free of charge. Drinks and food are included.

Agenda Highlights:

Welcome and President’s Address
Review of Annual Report and Financial Statements
Election of new Board Members
Amendments/Proposals for the Articles of the Association
Key Projects and Goals for the coming year
Questions and Answers

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to CTA Association. We look forward to connecting with you at this Annual General Assembly.

CTA Geneva Afterwork February 2026
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Halles de l’Île, Pl. de l'Ile 1, Geneva, GE, 1204, Switzerland
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We are pleased to invite you to the next 𝗖𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗮 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸—an evening of networking bringing together alumni and industry professionals from the commodity trading community.📍 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗲 𝗹’𝗜𝗹𝗲 (𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗮)🗓️ 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟴 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲🕖 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁: 𝟭𝟵:𝟬𝟬🎟️ 𝗖𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶: 𝟮𝟬 𝗖𝗛𝗙 | 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱: 𝟯𝟬 𝗖𝗛𝗙2 drinks and finger food are included.
