30 years DACT

1996

1996–1997 The Foundation of DACT

DACT was established on 21 October 1996, following discussions between three existing Dutch treasury organisations: Trema, TIP and NVVT. Their representatives recognised that a fragmented treasury community would benefit from a single professional association, following the example of other countries. The founding Board consisted of six members, with Rob van der Burg (KLM) as the first Chairman, Wim van Winden (Heineken) and Robi Dattatreya (ABN AMRO) as Vice-Chairmen, Arnold Salverda (Sara Lee/DE) as Secretary, Wim Roos (Océ) as Treasurer and Peter Guliën (PGGM) responsible for professional development. In September 1997, Wim van Winden succeeded Rob van der Burg as Chairman. From the outset, DACT enjoyed the support of the Netherlands' three major banks: ABN AMRO, ING and Rabobank. Senior representatives from these banks formed the first Advisory Council, providing strategic guidance, financial support and meeting facilities. By the end of its first full year, DACT had already grown to 249 members, laying the foundations for a national professional association dedicated to advancing corporate treasury in the Netherlands.

1998

Introduction of the DACT Annual Dinner at the Kurhaus in Scheveningen

Establishment of the Register Treasurer Foundation. DACT played a key role in establishing the Register Treasurer Foundation (Stichting Register Treasurer), building on its efforts in 1997 to develop a postgraduate university programme in Treasury Management. The Foundation was established to safeguard the Register Treasurer (RT) designation, accredit qualifying postgraduate programmes and maintain the official register of certified professionals. Two DACT Board members, Peter Guliën (PGGM) and Arnold Salverda (Sara Lee/DE), joined the Foundation's inaugural Board, reinforcing DACT's commitment to professional education and recognition within the treasury profession.

1999

Establishment of New DACT Working Groups

In 1999, DACT established two new working groups: Bonds and Equities and Treasury and Risk Management Systems

2001

First welcome reception for new members

2003

First Treasury Fair

First DACT Treasury Fair, held on 25 November at The Harbour in Amsterdam

2006

10 years of DACT

DACT celebrates its 10th anniversary with an outdoor event. The Treasury Fair takes place aboard the Oceandiva.

2007

First printed annual report and multi-year strategic plan.

Madurodam is part of DACT history: the association once organised its 5th Treasury Fair here in 2007. Thirty years on, we return to celebrate with the Dutch treasury community — past, present and future. First printed annual report, including a multi-year strategic plan. Launch of the Annual Conference. Treasury Fair at Madurodam.

2008

Introduction of the PEP

Introduction of the Permanent Education Programme (PEP). Treasury Fair returns to Madurodam.

2009

Introduction of walking dinner and round table conference

Introduction of the Walking Dinner, Round Table Conference and masterclasses at Treasury Fair.

2011

15 Years DACT

A celebratory year with interesting and diverse PEP sessions, organized with our partners.

2012

10th edition of the Treasury Fair and exciting Annual Conference

Tenth edition of Treasury Fair, now a two-day event in Noordwijk. The Annual Conference takes place at FC Utrecht.

2013

Introduction of online learning with the course 'SEPA Get Ready'

2014

Establishment of DACT Young Professionals

and launch of a collaboration with HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht on a Treasury Management minor.

2014

A busy year: Introduction of 'DACT on College Tour',

the Interim Treasurers Platform, the Technical Committee and the DACT Code of Conduct.

2016

20 Years DACT

DACT celebrates its 20th anniversary with a two-day anniversary conference. Young Professionals Bootcamp and College Tour on Soft Skills.

2017

DACT organizes a Hackaton

2018

The Annual Conference evolves into the "Summer Conference"

2019

AI already a hot topic

DACT organised several PEP sessions covering a broad range of treasury topics, including cash management, corporate finance, financial risk management, emerging technologies such as AI and Open Banking, and soft skills. The programme combined specialist workshops, practical training and interactive sessions, delivered in collaboration with universities, financial institutions and industry experts.

2020

COVID-19 prompts a shift towards online webinars and virtual events.

The Technical Committee focuses on topics like Basel IV, IFRS 9/16, IBOR reform. Feedback on the webinars shows much appreciation for the speakers and the content, but some start-up challenges making the required technology work.

2021

25 Years of DACT!

DACT celebrates its 25th anniversary during a 2 day conference/celebration in Noordwijk and The Kaag

2022

Return of the in-person Treasury Fair and

new educational modules introduced within DACT Academy. Erika Hensel-Licht, one of the founders and Secretary of the Board is saying goodbye after 25 years of DACT. Milena Babovich starts as General Manager DACT.

2023

First DACT Treasury Thesis Contest and..

ASML wins the Treasury Award. Further development of ESG initiatives. Official start of the Women in Treasury Network during the Treasury Fair in Noordwijk.

2024

Introduction of the Treasury Trends Tracker and further formalisation of DACT communities. Modernisation of digital membership and event administration and

2026

2026

Lustrum year!

DACT celebrates its 30th anniversary and returns to Madurodam, which hosted the Treasury Fair in 2007 and 2008.