Alexandra Gummesson, New Branding & Marketing Committee Member
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Alexandra Gummesson as the newest member of our Branding & Marketing Committee!
Alexandra brings valuable experience in branding and storytelling. She currently leads the brand evolution and communications strategy at WMC, an Amsterdam-based global commodity trading company providing solutions for the world’s energy transition.
She holds a Master’s degree in Political Communication from the University of Amsterdam and is already a familiar face in our community, having previously worked as a Marketing & Communications Trainee at the Swedish Chamber.
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SSE Executive MBA Alumni meet in Amsterdam
On October 3, 2025, the Executive MBA program of the Stockholm School of Economics hosted an alumni event in Amsterdam. We were invited to present, sharing information about the Chamber’s activities, services, and the Young Professionals network.
CEO Petra Zachrisson Beets delivered a presentation on the Chamber, while Noel Schreiber presented on the Swedish Chamber Young Professionals network.
Thank you for having us, it was a true pleasure!
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H.E. Ambassador Julius Liljeström as the new Honorary Chairperson of the Board of Directors
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands is deeply honoured to welcome H.E. Ambassador Julius Liljeström as the new Honorary Chairperson of the Board of Directors.
Our close collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden The Hague is of great value to our members – and equally, our members’ expertise and perspectives are of great value to the Embassy. Ambassador Liljeström brings with him a profound understanding of the (geo)political, economic and international situation in Sweden and the Netherlands, while our members contribute their practical insights and experience of conducting business here in the Netherlands.
We are sincerely grateful to Ambassador Liljeström for taking on this role and we look forward to a meaningful and fruitful exchange. On behalf of the Chamber, we warmly welcome you to our community!
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Sold out! Tech AI Forum
October 2 Tech Table: AI Tech Forum is now fully booked!
We are looking forward to insightful conversations with international industry experts on the opportunities, challenges, and long-term impact of AI on innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. Thank you to everyone who registered – your strong interest highlights just how important this dialogue has become!
Don’t miss our next tech event, Tech Table: Behind the Scenes of Sustainable Innovation at Saint-Gobain Ecophon on November 6, 2025 – registrations are already open. Secure your spot today !
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Sold out! Annual Exclusive Lucia Dinner
We are delighted to share that the Exclusive Annual Lucia Dinner on December 4 has reached full capacity. This remarkable evening of tradition, celebration, and networking has once again drawn tremendous interest, and we look forward to welcoming all registered guests.
For those who were not able to secure a seat at the dinner, there is still an excellent opportunity to be part of this special day. A limited number of tickets remain available for the Sustainability & Innovation Summit, taking place earlier on the same day. This summit will bring together leading voices from business and academia to explore cutting-edge ideas, practical solutions, and collaborative opportunities that are shaping the future.
The summit offers a dynamic program of keynote addresses, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, designed to inspire action and spark collaboration across industries. Whether your focus is on innovation, sustainability, or building strategic connections, this is a unique chance to engage in meaningful dialogue with peers and thought leaders.
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Applications Now Open for the Swedish Chamber Business Awards 2025
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden, is excited to invite you to participate in the Swedish Chamber Business Awards 2025.
The awards provide a prestigious platform for companies to showcase achievements within the Swedish-Dutch business community. They offer a chance to spotlight strategies, gain recognition as an industry leader, or highlight exceptional projects.
Winners will be honoured at the Exclusive Swedish Business Awards Ceremony during the Annual Lucia Dinner at the Barbizon Hotel – St. Olaf’s Chapel in Amsterdam on December 4, 2025—an evening of celebration, networking, and valuable exposure recognising the following awards:
- Swedish Chamber Achievement Award 2025
- Swedish Chamber Entrepreneurship Award 2025
- Swedish Chamber Tech for Good Award 2025
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Swedish Chamber International Strategic Meeting
Between 15–19 September, Kerstin Gerlagh represented the Netherlands during the Swedish Chamber International (SCI) Board Members’ visit to New York and Washington, D.C., where the Board convened for meetings and strategic discussions aimed at further strengthening and professionalising SCI for the future.
The hosting chambers, the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce in New York (SACCNY) and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce US, had prepared an excellent supplementary programme for the Board. Highlights included a dinner at the residence of the Consul General of Sweden in New York, featuring distinguished speakers, as well as meetings with the CFO and General Manager of Spotify at their New York offices. The programme also included sessions with Nancy Fischer, Financial Times, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, Moody’s, AmCham, United States Council for International Business (USCIB) and several other insightful and impactful discussions. These engagements provided valuable perspectives on today’s U.S. business climate and enhanced our collective understanding of transatlantic business opportunities.
Through these activities, we continue to expand and strengthen our global network, united in the promotion of Swedish business worldwide.
Participants in the programme included:
- Daniella Waldfogel, CEO, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce
- Peter Sandberg, Deputy CEO, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce
- Barbara Wennerholm, Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce, New York
- Karin Hammar, Swedish Chamber of Commerce US
- Fredrik Warneryd, Swedish Chamber of Commerce UK
- Kerstin Gerlagh, Swedish Chamber of Commerce the Netherlands
- Gita Paterson, Swedish Chamber of Commerce France
- Sara Larsson, Swedish Chamber of Commerce India
- Martin Koos, Swedish Chamber of Commerce Japan
- Lisa Ferraton, Swedish Chamber of Commerce Singapore
- Jonas Lindström, Swedish Chamber of Commerce Brazil
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Jakub Jankowski new CEO of Inter IKEA Group
After 20 years at IKEA – including leading the IKEA Franchisor from 2018 and CEO of Inter IKEA Group since 2020 – Jon Abrahamsson Ring is handing over to Jakub Jankowski, currently Managing Director for IKEA Industry. Jakub will step into the role as CEO of Inter IKEA Group on 1 January 2026.
Jon Abrahamsson Ring started his career at IKEA Örebro and has had leading positions in Canada, China, the Netherlands and Sweden, including assistant to IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad.
“Big thanks to Jon for all his contributions to IKEA and for successfully leading the business through a period of global disruptions and big transformation. During his leadership, IKEA has become more affordable, accessible and sustainable. I have truly appreciated the cooperation with Jon, who always has the IKEA vision and values in the center”, says Anders Dahlvig, chairman of Inter IKEA Holding B.V.
“I am happy and grateful for my long IKEA journey and proud of what we have accomplished together in this generation of IKEA. In times of turmoil and transformation, IKEA stands strong with a clear direction and good momentum, and the timing is now right to hand over and say thank you for all the passion and commitment by the 200.000+ IKEA colleagues, franchisees and suppliers. IKEA is, and will always be, in my heart”, says Jon Abrahamsson Ring.
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