Office closed Pentecost Monday May 20
The Swedish Chamber office will be closed on May 20th due to Pentecost Monday. See you again on Tuesday, May 21! Contact us at info@swedishchamber.nl for any questions.
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Meet Marco Frikkee, speaker for Tech Talent & Diversity in Tech May 23
We are proud to present Marco Frikkee, Partner Sustainability Reporting at KPMG Nederland, as a speaker for the insightful event “Tech Talent & Diversity in Tech”, presented by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and KPMG Meijburg & Co on May 23, 2024! This event moves beyond WHY diversity strategy is needed and instead focuses on HOW.
Four years ago, Marco Frikkee transitioned from the external audit practice at KPMG to strengthen KPMG’s sustainability advisory and assurance services. With extensive experience as a signing audit partner, he advises clients on new EU sustainable finance regulations and provides sustainability reporting assurance for financial sector clients. Marco holds a master's degree in Business Economics and Accountancy from the University of Amsterdam, supporting the financial sector in reducing carbon emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.
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Thank you for an inspiring Mentorship event with Kristina Zumpolle and Jasmijn de Smit
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who participated in the interactive presentation on "Mindfulness and Work-Life Balance" as part of the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Our heartfelt thanks go to our esteemed keynote speakers, Kristina Zumpolle, founder and leadership coach at Zumflow, and Jasmijn de Smit, leadership coach at Zumflow. Their insightful thoughts on mindfulness and the work-life blend were invaluable. During the session, we were provided with tools to reflect on our energy levels, beliefs, and goals to navigate the complexities of modern professional life. We are also very happy that Kristina and Jasmijn involve the participants in a joyful dance moment!
A warm thank you to all participants for your active engagement and thoughtful contributions to the discussion, and to AIMS International Netherlands for their valued collaboration as sponsors. The Swedish Chamber is proud to facilitate these crucial discussions on mindfulness and work-life balance.
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Meet Armanda Willems, panellist for the Business Climate Survey presentation 2024
We are proud to present Armanda Willems, Country Manager at Lime Technologies, as the first panellist at the Business Climate Survey Results in the Netherlands 2024, on June 4! Armanda Willems has served as Country Manager at Lime Technologies since 2020, bringing over 10 years of experience in IT, particularly in CRM sales. Lime Technologies, headquartered in Lund, Sweden, has expanded its operations to the Netherlands since 2020 and to Germany since 2021, focusing on establishing a strong presence and becoming a leading CRM provider in these regions.
The Business Climate Survey presentation gives valuable insights into economic development, success drivers, local conditions, trade obstacles and sustainability challenges encountered by Swedish-affiliated companies in the Netherlands. Team Sweden looks forward to your presence at this insightful occasion, where we will delve into the intricate dynamics shaping business climate across borders. The event is free of charge.
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Upcoming events
Welcome to the dynamic and packed calendar this spring at the Swedish Chamber! Please find all the event information and registrations in our . See you there!
- Join us for , presented by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and hosted by KPMG Meijburg & Co, on May 23.
- Welcome to the after work event on May 28, with the vibrant and diverse Young Professionals community for an evening of fun and networking.
- The Swedish Chamber is very pleased to invite you to its Meeting 2024, hosted by the H.E. Ambassador of Sweden Mr Johannes Oljelund at his residence in the Hauge on May 30. The keynote speaker is Pär Stenmark, Chief Sustainability Officer at Inter IKEA Group.
- Team Sweden invites you on June 4 to unveil the , with keynote speaker Per-Arne Hjelmborn, Director-General for Trade, Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
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Office closed 9-10 May
The Swedish Chamber office will be closed on May 9 and May 10. Contact us at info@swedishchamber.nl for any questions. See you again on Monday, May 13!
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Are you our new intern?
Are you our next intern? Join our team in Amsterdam as an Intern at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and elevate your international career! The Swedish Chamber is proud to present one Internship for an ambitious student looking to join the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. The position creates opportunities for creative young talent to deepen their knowledge of international trade, business relations and Marketing and Communication by interning for 20 weeks at our dynamic office in Amsterdam.
The application deadline is May 26, 2024, and recruitment is ongoing. to learn more about the criteria, previous interns’ experiences, and the application processes.
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Experience innovative music with Anders Jallén
Visit Nassaukerk in central Amsterdam the first weekend in June to listen to Anders Jallén, Swedish composer and Swedish Chamber member, as he reworks nine Gregorian melodies into a new composition for nyckelharpa and double bass! The concerts are taking place June 1st at 20:00 and June 2nd at 15:00, and also include performances with organ, cello, and baryton. Enjoy!
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