{"id":647,"date":"2013-03-23T13:05:00","date_gmt":"2013-03-23T13:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themenectar.com\/demo\/salient\/?page_id=16"},"modified":"2019-06-13T09:20:45","modified_gmt":"2019-06-13T13:20:45","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='full_slider_1'  class='avia-fullwidth-slider main_color avia-shadow   avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap fullsize' style=' '  ><div   data-size='no scaling'  data-lightbox_size='large'  data-animation='fade'  data-conditional_play=''  data-ids='3937'  data-video_counter='0'  data-autoplay='false'  data-bg_slider='false'  data-slide_height=''  data-handle='av_slideshow_full'  data-interval='5'  data-class=' '  data-el_id=''  data-css_id=''  data-scroll_down=''  data-control_layout='av-control-default'  data-custom_markup=''  data-perma_caption=''  data-autoplay_stopper=''  data-image_attachment=''  data-min_height='0px'  data-lazy_loading='disabled'  data-src=''  data-position='top left'  data-repeat='no-repeat'  data-attach='scroll'  data-stretch=''  class='avia-slideshow avia-slideshow-1  av-control-default av-default-height-applied avia-slideshow-no scaling av_slideshow_full   avia-fade-slider '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><ul class='avia-slideshow-inner ' style='padding-bottom: 63.394109396914%;' ><li  class=' av-single-slide slide-1 ' ><div data-rel='slideshow-1' class='avia-slide-wrap '   ><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3937 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-3937\"  src=\"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2.jpg\" width=\"1426\" height=\"904\" title='NETHERCal2016_Team_edit 2' alt=''  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2.jpg 1426w, https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2-768x487.jpg 768w, https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2-1030x653.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2-705x447.jpg 705w, https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/NETHERCal2016_Team_edit-2-450x285.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1426px) 100vw, 1426px\" \/><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id='service'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-small avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_slideshow_full  el_before_av_section   container_wrap fullsize' style='background-color: #ffffff;  '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:0px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2  blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-2  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Company Overview<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Netherlands Insurance Co. (W.I.) Limited is a general insurance Company registered to conduct insurance business in Grenada and Antigua. Originally established in August 1992 as a subsidiary of a Dutch insurance company, the company has since become wholly independent and presently boasts a majority of local shareholders.<\/p>\n<p>Netherlands currently serves the insurance needs of over 3,000 individuals, families and businesses in Grenada and Antigua and is well known for quick, efficient service and prompt settlement of claims.<\/p>\n<p>The company is backed by a strong asset base, is well capitalized and has secure first class reinsurance through London, England.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='service'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-small avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section   container_wrap fullsize' style='background-color: #ffffff;  '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Mission<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To be committed to high standards of excellence and establishing firm relationships with stakeholders through mutual trust and unmatched service.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Vision<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To provide a superior service that eclipses the pre-established expectations held by persons vested in the insurance industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aims<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To reduce clients\u2019 losses and control their insurance costs<\/li>\n<li>To reduce gaps in coverage<\/li>\n<li>To establish a firm relationship with our clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Primary Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To be honest and fair in all of our dealings<\/li>\n<li>To be interested in people and their problems<\/li>\n<li>To treat clients\u2019 needs as our own<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Keys to Success<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Products tailored to meet clients\u2019 needs and are affordable, accessible and reliable.<\/li>\n<li>Quick and efficient service that meets or exceeds clients\u2019 expectations and encourages referrals.<\/li>\n<li>Fostering professional relationships with clients that encourage renewal business through customer loyalty.<\/li>\n<li>A good reputation in the community for honesty and professionalism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='service'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-small avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section   container_wrap fullsize' style='background-color: #ffffff;  '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Company Locations &amp; Facilities<\/h3>\n<p>Netherlands Insurance Headquarters is currently situated in Grenada at the Netherlands Building (Ground Floor) Grand Anse, St. George.<br \/>\nNetherlands Insurance operates in Antigua via the agency of Kenneth A. Gomez &amp; Sons. It is located at Friars Hill Road, St. John\u2019s.<\/p>\n<h3>Company Ownership &amp; Management<\/h3>\n<p>Netherlands Insurance is a Private Limited Company owned by its shareholders. Its activities are overseen by a board of directors consisting of Mr. Richard Strachan, Dr. Anselm La Touche, Mr. Kevin C. Gomez and Mrs. Merle Byer. Mr. Richard Strachan, the Company\u2019s Managing Director, presides over day-to-day operations in Grenada while Mr. Kevin C. Gomez is the Agency Manager for the company in Antigua.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_4'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-default avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section   container_wrap fullsize' style=' '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='avia-team-member   avia-builder-el-9  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" ><h3 class='team-member-name'    itemprop=\"name\" >Mr. Richard Strachan<\/h3><div class='team-member-job-title '   itemprop=\"jobTitle\" >Managing Director<\/div><div class='team-member-description '  itemprop=\"description\"  ><p>Mr. Strachan, the Company\u2019s managing director and one of its major shareholders, graduated from Howard University, Washington with a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration (with honors) in Insurance and Actuarial Science. He has over 30 years of insurance experience in the Caribbean and the USA, specializing in insurance Company operation and reinsurance management.<\/p>\n<p>During his tenure as the Company\u2019s managing director, Netherlands has experienced considerable growth in Grenada and Antigua. His performance as an exemplary leader and entrepreneur is recognized both locally and internationally and has resulted in his accumulation of many awards over the years including the \u201cBusiness Leader of the Year\u201d awarded to him by the Grenada Chamber of Commerce in 2015.<\/p>\n<p>He has a history of serving on a number of corporate and state boards and committees including The Rotary club of Grenada, The Grenada Board of Tourism (GBT) now the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), The Cabinet-appointed Airlift Committee and the Road Safety Committee<br \/>\nMr. Strachan has represented Grenada at a number of local and international conferences, seminars, symposiums and trade shows in tourism, and was a key negotiator for alliances with international airlines and travel trade.<\/p>\n<p>As a talented musician himself, Mr. Strachan\u2019s passion for the performing arts has inspired him to make significant contributions towards its development in Grenada. He is an instrumental figure on the committee of the Pure Grenada Music Festival and is also well known for his philanthropic work and involvement in many other local activities and events. He is the recipient of numerous plaques and awards presented by promoters, schools and other institutions, in recognition of his charitable contributions.<\/p>\n<\/div><span class='hidden team-member-affiliation'  itemprop=\"affiliation\" >Netherlands Insurance<\/span><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_5'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-default avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section   container_wrap fullsize' style=' '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='avia-team-member   avia-builder-el-11  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" ><h3 class='team-member-name'    itemprop=\"name\" >Mr. Kevin C. Gomez<\/h3><div class='team-member-job-title '   itemprop=\"jobTitle\" >Director, Agency Manager and Managing Partner of Kevin A. Gomez and Sons<\/div><div class='team-member-description '  itemprop=\"description\"  ><p>Mr. Gomez graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from St. Mary\u2019s University in Canada with majors in Finance and Human Resource Management. While attending the university, he also completed several courses at the Insurance Institute of Canada.<\/p>\n<p>He began his insurance career at the leading Allstate Agent in Canada as an underwriter and team leader. Since then, he has become the Managing partner of Kenneth A Gomez and Sons (hereinafter referred to as KAG &amp; S) in Antigua and more recently, a Director of Netherlands Insurance (as of 2015). His Company, KAG &amp; S is well known in Antigua as one of the leading insurers in the industry. The Company acts as the chief agent for Netherlands Insurance in Antigua.<\/p>\n<p>Aside from his insurance experience, Mr. Gomez is engaged in Strategic Planning and Forecasting for the Antigua Market and holds the position of director for a number of Antigua based organizations including; Westrading Co. Ltd, Royal Palm Place Commercial Office\/Retail Complex, Universal Leasing Ltd and Siboney 2016 Ltd (Boutique Hotel).<\/p>\n<\/div><span class='hidden team-member-affiliation'  itemprop=\"affiliation\" >Netherlands Insurance<\/span><\/section>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='service'  class='avia-section main_color avia-section-default avia-no-shadow  avia-bg-style-scroll  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last   container_wrap fullsize' style='background-color: #ffffff;  '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-647'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    avia-builder-el-13  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Milestones<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><ol>\n<li><strong>28<sup>th<\/sup> May 1992:<\/strong> Netherlands Insurance Registered in Grenada as Netherlands Insurance Co. (Grenada) Ltd.<\/li>\n<li><strong>August 1992:<\/strong> Doors Opened for Business at Ross Point, St. George\u2019s<\/li>\n<li><strong>5<sup>th<\/sup> April 1993:<\/strong> Netherlands Insurance Co. (Grenada) Ltd registered in Antigua<\/li>\n<li><strong>August 1995:<\/strong> Richard Strachan appointed as Managing Director<\/li>\n<li><strong>19<sup>th<\/sup> March 1996:<\/strong> Company name changed to Netherlands Insurance Co. (W.I.) Ltd. to accommodate expansion<\/li>\n<li><strong>1<sup>st<\/sup> January, 1997:<\/strong>A. Gomez Agency appointed to act as agents in Antigua<\/li>\n<li><strong>3<sup>rd<\/sup> September, 1998:<\/strong> Company sold to new shareholders<\/li>\n<li><strong>22<sup>nd<\/sup> November 1999:<\/strong> Company relocated to Netherlands Building, Grand Anse<\/li>\n<li><strong>14<sup>th<\/sup> August 2014:<\/strong> Launch of \u201cMore\u201d campaign<\/li>\n<li><strong>2017:<\/strong> Netherlands Insurance 25<sup>th<\/sup> Anniversary, Launch of 24-Hour Roadside Assistance App and new logo.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":44,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/647"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=647"}],"version-history":[{"count":23,"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/647\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3948,"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/647\/revisions\/3948"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/netherlands.gd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=647"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}