Meet Lex Keukens, member of the Innovation & Tech Committee
Meet Swedish Chamber Innovation & Tech Committee Member Lex Keukens! The Innovation and Tech Committee assists the Chamber with insights into emerging technologies, working towards enhancing current tech initiatives and introducing new events, round tables, and innovation programs for startups, scaleups, investors, and multinational corporations from Sweden and the Netherlands.
“For me, AI will be the most important topic in 2024. From my perspective as a lawyer, we have to focus on the regulatory aspect of AI as well to make sure AI will have outcome which are ethical from all perspectives, instead of focusing entirely on the commercial aspects. I want to make an even bigger impact on the tech industry in Sweden and the Netherlands by organizing more events, and attracting more interested parties to our Tech Tables series in 2024.”
Find more information about the Swedish Chamber Committees , and the program for the Tech Table 2024 event series .
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Coming Soon: Business Climate Survey 2024
It is time to get ready for the Business Climate Survey 2024! The Business Climate Survey is an appreciated and important tool used by Team Sweden in the Netherlands to map the opportunities and challenges Swedish companies face when doing business in the Netherlands. This year marks the survey’s fourth executive year in the Netherlands, and 23 countries partake in the collaboration worldwide.
Representatives of Swedish businesses in the Netherlands will receive the survey in their inbox on Thursday 1 February. We look forward to receiving your responses and presenting the results! Find more information about the Business Climate Survey and download last year’s report .
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Thank you for a fantastic New Year’s Reception 2024
Last week, the Swedish Chamber was honoured to celebrate the annual New Year’s Reception together with Honorary Members and guests at the residency of H.E. Ambassador of Sweden Mr Johannes Oljelund. The Chamber would like to extend a warm thank you to everyone who joined this fantastic event, and a special thanks to H.E. Ambassador Oljelund for hosting and sharing his insights about the upcoming year. Find more photos from the event .
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Meet Jan Sundelin, Chairman of the Swedish Chamber Innovation & Tech Committee
Meet the Chairman of the Swedish Chamber Innovation & Tech Committee Jan B. Sundelin! The Innovation and Tech Committee assists the Chamber with insights into emerging technologies, working towards enhancing current tech initiatives and introducing new events, round tables, and innovation programs for startups, scaleups, investors, and multinational corporations from Sweden and the Netherlands. Jan expressed that:
"The Swedish Chamber of Commerce provide a robust infrastructure for a quick and efficient market connection. We aim to bring together tech experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and VCs from Sweden and the Netherlands to discuss trends ranging from AI to deep tech in the rapidly developing digitalization and tech landscape."Find more information about the Swedish Chamber Committees , and see the upcoming Tech Tables 2024 .
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Thank you for attending the YP New Year’s Mingle with Heussen
A sincere thank you to everyone who joined The Young Professionals New Year’s Mingle! Special thanks to The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Patron member Heussen, with a special mention to Swedish Desk Manager Rebecca van Dorrestein, for graciously hosting the event. We are genuinely grateful to kick off 2024 with such enthusiasm and energy alongside all of you! It was fantastic to bring together The Young Professionals and Heussen colleagues in a New Year’s quiz celebration, creating new connections and enjoying delicious Ollibollen. YP looks forward to collaboratively creating a fun year filled with new connections and development together with the network.
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Markus Wandt, the third Swedish astronaut in space
Today is a big day for the innovative Swedish space industry, as the Swedish astronaut Marcus Wandt is set to embark into space as part of Axiom Mission 3. This will make Marcus the third Swede ever to go into space! As an engineer, pilot, and now space explorer, Marcus will conduct 30 scientific experiments, including stem cell research for Uppsala University. His 14-day journey aims to enhance astronauts' well-being and benefit Earth's high-risk environments. Best of luck, Marcus!
Photo Credits: European Space Agency (ESA)
Photo Credits: European Space Agency (ESA)
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The Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024
The 2024 edition of the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program welcomes you to sign up! The Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024 offers a distinctive chance for both emerging professionals and senior business leaders to engage in an exclusive mentorship exchange. The program, spanning eight months, features five group seminars and individual mentoring sessions. Key dates for the Mentorship Program 2024 include:
- Applications are due: February 12, 2024
- Start of program: March 7, 2024
- End of program: October 1, 2024
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A conversation with Tord Magnuson on the value of mentorship
”It is amazing to watch intelligent young people grow and see them dare new things” says Swedish business executive Tord Magnuson.
Parallel to his engagement in Swedish business and foundations, such as YPO and Interpeace, Tord Magnuson has a passion for mentoring young entrepreneurs. When Tord Magnuson last visited the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, he shared his perspective on mentorship. Tord Magnuson expressed:
Explore the value of mentorship by applying for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. The Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024 offers a distinctive chance for both emerging professionals and senior business leaders to engage in an exclusive mentorship exchange. The program, spanning eight months, features five group seminars and individual mentoring sessions. Find more information and the application .
“I stay in close touch with many young people, especially from the suburbs in Stockholm. Many of them have great ideas and potential but just need someone to talk to, and a helping hand. I think helping and staying engaged is exciting and fun, and I like to make use of my network and resources.”The first time Tord Magnuson took on the role as a mentor was with Ahmed Abdirahman, whom he accidentally met at a lunch in New York. Over the years, Tord Magnuson and Ahmed Abdirahman cultivated a close friendship marked by sharing ideas and encouragement. Today, Ahmed Abdirahman stands as a successful entrepreneur, founder of The Global Village and Järvaveckan, and a prominent activist against segregation in Sweden. As a key figure in Swedish business and a part of the royal Swedish family, Tord Magnuson happily leveraged his unique network to contribute to Ahmed Abdirahman's journey. As an example, Tord Magnuson personally invited the world-famous academic and public speaker Hans Rosling to an event Ahmed Abdirahman hosted for high school students, resulting in a fully packed auditorium. As a mentor, you can always ask your mentee how you can add value to them. Tord Magnuson emphasizes the transformative power of giving young individuals acknowledgement:
“Most people become a better version of themselves as soon as they feel recognized by others. All it takes is to meet up, listen to their ideas, introduce them to your network and help when you can. People can often achieve so much more than they think. They just need someone who believes in them.”For Tord Magnuson, mentorship has consistently been a rewarding experience:
“It is amazing to watch intelligent young people grow and see them dare new things. All I do is help activate an energy that already exists in them. When I see the great things Ahmed has achieved, I feel very inspired.”
Explore the value of mentorship by applying for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. The Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024 offers a distinctive chance for both emerging professionals and senior business leaders to engage in an exclusive mentorship exchange. The program, spanning eight months, features five group seminars and individual mentoring sessions. Find more information and the application .
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