Sweden key contributor to “Cybersecurity and Sustainable Development – A Global Path Forward”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE), and Microsoft, is proud to present new key findings on cyber security based on a series of international workshops held between July 2023 and February 2024. The report delves into the vital intersection of cyber resiliency and sustainable digital development, highlighting the need for multistakeholder cooperation and innovative collaboration strategies.
to read the official press statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, and to download the report.
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Scania Welcomes Dutch Minister for Green Transport Talks
Swedish Chamber Patron Member Scania Production Nederland, led by CEO and Chair of the Swedish Chamber Johan Uhlin, was proud to host a distinguished visit in March from Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate, Micky Adriaansens. Johan shares that they "...presented and discussed Scanias strategy for driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system and the importance to continue to lead this transformation." Congratulations to the honourable visit! Read Johan's own words from the visit .
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Financial Times: Proxify ranks among the fastest growing companies
Swedish Chamber Member Proxify was recently recognized as Sweden's third fastest-growing company in this year's Financial Times-Statista annual ranking of Europe’s fastest-growing companies.
Proxify ranked number 146 in the European market, a recognition that comes after several successful awards in the past period for the company. Recently, they also took home the International Gazelle of the Year award by Dagens Industry and the recognition of one of Sweden's 50 fastest-growing technology companies by Deloitte.
"Securing the title of Sweden's third fastest-growing company and placing #146 in Europe on the 2024 FT1000 list is a remarkable milestone for Proxify. It reflects our team's dedication and the innovative solutions we bring to our clients.", says CEO Viktor Jarnheimer.
Proxify specializes in augmenting tech and IT teams worldwide. Their primary objective is to identify and connect talented developers with suitable opportunities in over 1000 companies. They serve clients in the Netherlands and across Europe and North America, and have established a reputation for providing personalized, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
If you wish to speak to a Dutch company representative, contact Jurgen Bouw at jurgen.bouw@proxify.io. Read the full article in Financial Times
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Meet Independent Recruiters, new Members of SCOC
Meet Independent Recruiters, one of the Swedish Chamber's newest Members:
"Do you need to find the right people? Independent Recruiters is THE Dutch recruitment partner. Founded in 2003 by Olfertjan Niemeijer, Independent Recruiters Group has a 20-year recruitment track record in the Dutch marketplace. We recruit professionals and the managers of professionals for permanent, contract and temp positions.
We have a number of specialized teams that help us to be the total solution partner for our clients. Our teams include Finance, Engineering, Life Sciences, Sales & Marketing, Management Support, HR & Recruitment, IT, Hospitality and Facility. Thus we can be a total solution provider for any company that operates in the Netherlands.
A large number of our consultants have experience in the fields they now recruit for. This ensures that they can be the sparring partner for both the hiring manager and the candidate. Furthermore, our team has a very diversified background. With colleagues that originate from The Netherlands, Sweden, Nigeria, Brazil, USA, Bulgaria, Germany, Macedonia, Suriname, Dutch Antilles, Morocco, Romania, Israel and Croatia we can say that we try to match the International cultures of our clients.
From the start we have had a very strong focus on the International market within the Netherlands, often helping companies find the (first) people for their Amsterdam office. We are also part of Talentor.com, a recruitment network with qualified partners in 38 countries that enable us to be a truly global business partner for our International Clients."
Find more information on the Independent Recruiters , and the Swedish Chamber membership offers .
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Meet Carolina de Klerk Nordholm, Member of the Branding & Marketing Committee
Meet Carolina de Klerk Nordholm, Member of the Swedish Chamber Branding & Marketing Committee and CEO Nordholm Design & Communication!
The Branding and Marketing Committee supports the Chamber with a branding framework for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce — who we are, what we do, and why companies should join this Swedish-Dutch business network. The committee further supports the Swedish Chamber with its marketing and communication strategies, building on the chamber’s values and the Swedish brand name.
Find more information about the Swedish Chamber Committees , and get more insight into Carolina's perspective of the Committee .
“Sharing my expertise about clarity and consistency in verbal and visual communication will strengthen the Swedish Chamber brand even further.”
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Meet Niels Thijssen, speaker for April 18
We are proud to present Niels Thijssen, professional leadership coach, who will deliver an insightful talk on Sustainable Leadership, April 18, as an part of the Swedish Chamber Mentorship Program 2024! Niels fosters a coach mindset in leaders and is a seasoned speaker on leadership. With a background in Organizational Science and Public Administration, Niels brings over a decade of experience in Recruitment and Assessment, alongside coaching elite sports teams, including the Belgian Women's National Field Hockey Team. His diverse expertise spans personal leadership, team dynamics, and navigating pressure, enriched by cross-cultural insights. Certified in Lumina Learning, Niels offers invaluable tools for growth.
This event is open to all Young Professionals members, sign up !
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Husqvarna Nederland BV’s Sustainable Success
“Electrification is not just a choice; it’s a revolution.” – Anton de Jong, General Manager of Husqvarna B.V., in a conversation with Swedish Chamber Insights.
In the Business Awards Special of Swedish Chamber Insights, you get the opportunity to explore how Husqvarna, Winner of Swedish Chamber Business Awards Achievement 2023, is spearheading sustainable practices. From groundbreaking technologies to pioneering partnerships, they're setting new standards for a better future.
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Upcoming Events
Welcome to the dynamic and packed calendar this spring at the Swedish Chamber! Expect great networking opportunities, inspiring meetings, and informative discussions. You can find all of our upcoming events here. Which event are you most excited about?
- Dive into the latest Dutch and Nordic trends and insights in the consulting industry with Swedish Chamber Member Cinode on April 11, and explore how this dynamic sector shapes businesses and industries.
- Listen to keynote speaker Niels Thijssen, professional leadership coach and facilitator, on Sustainable Leadership on April 18. Please be aware that seating is limited as this event takes place in relation to the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024.
- Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber welcomes you to this Afterwork event with Edge Olympic, on the topic of Sustainable Fashion and Conscious Consumption, on April 25, 2024.
- Join us for the event "Tech Talent & Diversity in Tech" presented by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and hosted by KPMG Meijburg on May 23. This event is a special combination of our renowned Tech Table series and our impactful Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast series.
- Save the date for this year’s Exclusive Annual Lucia Dinner on December 6, and book your table now using the Early Bird offer!
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