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Next Speaker and Host of the Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch its new series, The Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast, aimed to inspiring and empowering business leaders to create inclusive and diverse workplaces. In this series, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast together while we will hear from experts and company leaders who will share their experiences and insights on how to embed diversity and inclusion in your organization. Our first D&I Breakfast is hosted by Herrik van der Gaag, Managing Director at Volvo Car Germany GmbH & Volvo Car Netherlands BV and Patricia van Hazendonk, People Experience & Competence and Management Team Member at Volvo Cars Netherlnads who will present the Volvo Cars Diversity & Inclusion strategy and the Volvo Family Bond Program. We are pleased to welcome Herrik van der Gaag, Managing Director at Volvo Car Germany GmbH & Volvo Car Netherlands BV.
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Welcome new member Proxify
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to give a warm welcome to new Member Proxify! are in Stockholm, Proxify boasts a global team spread across various locations. They serve clients in the Netherlands and other countries across Europe and North America and have established a reputation for providing personalized, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. One of Proxify’s core values is its people-first approach to hiring. They prioritize uncovering hidden talent and believe in the potential of skilled developers who may not have had the opportunity to showcase their abilities. Proxify employs a rigorous process of interviewing, vetting, and coaching developers to ensure the quality of its talent pool. Unlike relying solely on algorithms, their approach involves human interaction and evaluation, emphasizing trust and expertise. Proxify assigns dedicated personal matchers to each company, responsible for understanding their specific requirements and finding the perfect developer fit for the job. These matchers are committed to addressing all client needs, facilitating successful matches, and consistently delivering customer satisfaction. Proxify aims to excel in customer success and happiness by prioritizing the right match between companies and developers. Proxify’s mission is to bridge the gap between talented developers and companies seeking their skills. They strive to provide an inclusive and efficient platform that fosters connections and unlocks opportunities for developers worldwide while catering to the unique needs of their clients. For more information, click .
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We are pleased to welcome Wendy Broersen, CEO/Founder Superpeople Company, as our keynote speaker at this event
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch its new series, The Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast, aimed to inspiring and empowering business leaders to create inclusive and diverse workplaces. In this series, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast together while we will hear from experts and company leaders who will share their experiences and insights on how to embed diversity and inclusion in your organization. Our first D&I Breakfast is hosted by Herrik van der Gaag, Managing Director at Volvo Car Germany GmbH & Volvo Car Netherlands BV and Patricia van Hazendonk, People Experience & Competence and Management Team Member at Volvo Cars Netherlnads who will present the Volvo Cars Diversity & Inclusion strategy and the Volvo Family Bond Program. We are pleased to welcome Wendy Broersen, CEO/Founder Superpeople Company, as our keynote speaker at this event. Wendy Broersen is an international DEI expert on gender diversity and inclusion. She has been a serial entrepreneur for almost twenty years, won several awards and nominations, had her own TV show on RTL, is a guest lecturer at the University of Amsterdam, author of ‘NOT for HR’ and international speaker. With her company Superpeople Company, she helps organizations at home and abroad to attract and retain more diversity and to ensure that they can develop optimally. As an 'incorrigible positivo', she likes to do things in an unconventional way with contagious enthusiasm, especially when she sees that things are not going well or fast enough. New technology such as AR & VR and gamification are welcome additions for her. Her focus on everything that is possible, touches and activates. Her mix of knowledge, scientific data, interesting examples and proven successful tips during her talks provide tools to get started right away. For more information, click .
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June 1, 2023 Meet & Greet featuring Mattias Frumerie Director, Head of Delegation to UNFCCC
On the occasion of Sweden holding the presidency of the Council of the European Union during 2023, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to invite its members to a Meet & Greet with Mattias Frumerie, Director, Head of Delegation to UNFCCC Ministry of Climate and Enterprise Climate department, Stockholm on June 1, 2023 at 09.30-11.15. Mattias Frumerie is Sweden’s head of delegation to the UNFCCC and leads Swedish climate diplomacy efforts. Previous roles in the Ministry for Foreign Affairs include head of strategic communications, EU single market and EU policy as well as postings in Budapest and Brussels and serving as EU advisor in the Prime Minister’s Office. At this Meet & Greet, Mattias Frumerie will share thoughts on the implementation of the Paris Agreement and how Swedish business actors can accelerate the transition to climate neutrality globally. We need to cut emissions by almost 50 percent by 2030, and Swedish business actors have solutions that can facilitate the transition in basically all sectors of the economy. Working with partners such as the Netherlands is key to pioneer the possible. This event is by invitation only. Participation fee Members of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce: Euro 25,00. For more information, please click .
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Enabling technology innovation: The role of the ecosystem – Insights from Sweden and the Netherlands on June 14, 2023
Join us on June 14, 2023, in Amsterdam to explore technology innovation and what Sweden and the Netherlands can learn from each other! At a time of ever-growing need for innovative and green technology, and on the occasion of Sweden holding the presidency of the Council of the European Union during 2023, the Swedish Trade & Invest Commissioner to Benelux, together with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, invites you to this exclusive gathering to explore the role of the ecosystem to enable technology innovation. Sweden and the Netherlands share a culture of innovation, and both countries host many successful technology startups and established companies with innovation and sustainability high on the agenda. These shared strengths create opportunities for knowledge-sharing, which can lead to the development of new innovations and technologies that benefit both countries and contribute to a more sustainable future. Click for more information and to sign up!
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Sustainability and Innovation Summit “Driving the Green Transition Together”
The Planning of the Swedish Chamber Flagship Event The Sustainability & Innovation Summit "Driving the Green Transition Together" and Annual Exclusive Lucia Dinner is at full speed. Europe has the ambition to become the very first climate-neutral continent in the world. And to make this a reality, European Green Deal as a strategy is setting a blueprint for this green transition. We need everyone - policymakers, corporations, and society. We need all on board to drive this transition. Together. Swedish-Chamber of Commerce in The Netherlands is pleased to invite you to join the annual "Sustainability and Innovation Summit", taking place on December 15, 2023. Join us for the two-hour session and gain thought leadership insights, learn about the latest innovations, and get inspired by the change-makers making the green transition a reality. The event will be followed by the Annual Exclusive Lucia Dinner. We are delighted to collaborate with Andrea Orsag, title, who will be our Moderator at this prestigious event. For more information and to secure your spot, please sign up .  
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This is how SCI Facilitates Swedish Companies to Do Business Internationally
Swedish Chambers International (SCI) makes it easier for Swedish companies to do business internationally. Stockholm Chamber of Commerce is part of SCI, which is an umbrella organization for Swedish Chambers of Commerce abroad. The purpose of SCI is to strengthen the Swedish brand internationally, facilitate global business for Swedish companies, and exchange experiences among members of the network. Approximately 30 Swedish Chambers of Commerce abroad are affiliated with SCI, representing a significant part of the Swedish business community globally. The Swedish Chambers of Commerce abroad play a phenomenal role in facilitating global business for Swedish companies. They act as both bridge builders and door openers for Swedish companies looking to establish themselves internationally. This is more important now than ever before, according to Andreas Hatzigeorgiou, CEO of Stockholm Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of SCI. Together with the rest of the board, SCI works to promote deepened relationships and collaborations across borders, with the goal of enabling Swedish companies to do even more international business. "We must accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. By strengthening Swedish companies' business ideas, solutions, and innovations globally, we can speed up the climate transition. In this regard, SCI plays an immensely important role in helping us meet the challenges we face and seize the opportunities that arise," says Andreas Hatzigeorgiou. Victor Öman, Business Development Manager at Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, is the coordinator for the SCI network. This means that he manages the operational aspects, such as convening and preparing board meetings, managing members, and communication. "As the coordinator, my role also includes project managing SCI Day, a full day once a year in Stockholm where all members of the SCI network meet and exchange experiences and inspiration," says Victor Öman. In March of this year, a strategic board meeting for SCI was held in Paris, where the future strategic direction was discussed. One of the key points that emerged from the meeting was the need to better communicate the inherent strengths of the network in order to further develop business. One step towards achieving this goal is to obtain more resources to drive this effort, including bringing in a scholar who can contribute to this work, according to Victor Öman. For more information, click .   Credits: Christian Gustavsson och Josefine Bäckström
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Welcome New Patron Member Polestar
We are very pleased to give a warm welcome to Polestar as new Patron member of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. We are very honored to welcome them onboard and we are looking forward to a fruitful collaboration and to introducing Polestar to our members. Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) is the Swedish electric performance car brand determined to improve society by using design and technology to accelerate the shift to sustainable mobility. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, its cars are available online in 27 markets globally across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company plans to create a truly climate-neutral production car, without offsetting, by 2030. Polestar 2 launched in 2019 as the electric performance fastback with avant-garde Scandinavian design and up to 350 kW. Polestar 3 launched in late 2022 as the SUV for the electric age – a large high-performance SUV that delivers sports car dynamics with a low stance and spacious interior. Polestar plans to release three more electric performance vehicles through to 2026. Polestar 4,  an electric performance SUV coupé and the second SUV in the brand’s line-up was launched in April 2023.  Polestar 4 transforms the aerodynamics of a coupé and the space of an SUV into a new breed of SUV coupé. Design cues first seen on Polestar’s concept cars are brought to production in the fastest Polestar production car to date. Polestar 4 is positioned between Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 in terms of size and price. “With Polestar 4 we have taken a fundamental new approach to SUV coupé design. Rather than simply modifying an existing SUV, giving it a faster roofline and as a result, compromising elements like rear headroom and comfort, we have designed Polestar 4 from the ground up as a new breed of SUV coupé that celebrates rear occupant comfort and experience,” says Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO. For more information, click .
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