Upcoming Events
Welcome to upcoming events at the Swedish Chamber! Expect great networking opportunities, inspiring meetings, and informative discussions. Which event are you most excited about?
- Join the Swedish Chamber Young Professionals for an evening of fun and networking at our upcoming Boules evening in Amsterdam.
- The French Chamber of Commerce extends an exclusive invitation to Swedish Chamber members to their annual , with keynote speaker HRH Princess Laurentien of The Netherlands.
- The Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals kicks off on March 7. The application for the Mentorship Program is open for a few more days, link in bio.
- This year’s first Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast will take place on , 2024, hosted by the Swedish Chamber Patron Member Sweco Nederland, featuring Houda Zaït, Partnership Manager at Refugee Talent Hub!
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Keynote Speaker Houda Zaït
We are proud to present Houda Zaït, Partnership Manager at Refugee Talent Hub, as the keynote speaker for the Diversity & Inclusion breakfast on March 27, hosted by Swedish Chamber Patron Member .
“Refugee Talent Hub brings refugees and employers closer together with the objective of securing paid jobs. Our dream is a country in which employers see and acknowledge the talents of refugees and where refugees therefore have the right opportunities in the labour market. During small-scale, tailor-made meetings and activities, personal encounters between employers and refugees are central. Together with employers, we strive for a refugee-friendly workplace, where employees with a refugee background are able to fit in – as easily as anyone else – and feel at home.”
to sign up and gain valuable insights on cultivating inclusive workplaces and championing social responsibility!
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Meet our Mentor Gabriele Hamm Adler
Meet our mentor Gabriele Hamm Adler, mentor for the Mentorship Program 2024! Gabriele has worked for almost 30 years within IKEA as a Global HR manager and global competence development manager in many different organisations and countries (Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands). Furthermore, she has held the position of senior lecturer and module owner for personal leadership development in the master's program of supply chain management at the Rotterdam Business School. Gabriele is a certified systemic and change management coach from the University of Cologne. Gabriele is an experienced leadership development consultant and executive coach – also developing and executing global learning and organisational development programs. Her special expertise and passion lie in company culture and value-based leadership.
Welcome to join Gabriele by signing up as a mentor in the . The Program offers a rewarding exchange of experience and perspectives between mentors and mentees, where both parties learn from each other and gain beneficial value. Read more and sign up .
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Insightful event on the state of Brand Sweden
What do we love about Sweden? What factors contribute to the Swedish nation brand consistently achieving top global rankings? What impact does international news have on the image of Sweden? We had a great time exploring these questions yesterday at the seminar “Has the world fallen out of love with the Swedish brand?”, hosted by Swedish Chamber Patron Member in Stockholm.
As we discussed Sweden's enduring global reputation, it became evident that Sweden boasts a resilient and powerful nation brand, deeply rooted in sustainability, innovation, trust, tech, and gender equality.
We would like to thank Up There Everywhere, and CEO Lawrence Masle in particular, for organizing such an insightful event covering topics such as branding, media portrayals, global rankings, and the economy regarding the global image of Sweden as a nation. We would also like to thank the excellent moderator Maddy Savage, and the panellists Julian Stubbs, Lin Lerpold, Sofia Bard, Jaani Heinonen, Patrik Andersson and Nils Persson for sharing their valuable perspectives as researchers, brand and marketing experts, academics, developers, and political scientists.
Stay tuned for the seminar screening which will published on our website next week! to dive deeper into the topic now, through an interesting article on the topic from Julian Stubbs at Up There Everywhere.
From the left: Kerstin Gerlagh, General Manager at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, Lawrence Masle, CEO at Up There Everywhere, and Tord Magnuson, Swedish business executive.
From the left: Kerstin Gerlagh, General Manager at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, Lawrence Masle, CEO at Up There Everywhere, and Tord Magnuson, Swedish business executive.
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Keynote speaker: HRH Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands
Join us at the Women’s Day Lunch on March 5, 2024, in collaboration with the French Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, featuring keynote speaker HRH Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands! Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands is a social entrepreneur, writer, and dialogue facilitator. She advocates for social and ecological innovation and intergenerational dialogue on socio-economic issues. Through a generous collaboration with the French Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, Swedish Chamber members are extended the same pricing benefits as members of the French Chamber.
A warm welcome to all our members to sign up for this unique lunch event on March 5! Find more information .
Photo Credits: © RVD - Martijn Beekman
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Upcoming Seminar: Has the world fallen out of love with the Swedish Brand?
The Swedish Chamber Patron Member Up There Everywhere is welcoming all members to a unique place branding seminar on February 14. The event will explore Sweden's image amid rising crime rates. Experts from Business Sweden, the Swedish Institute, and Business Region Gothenburg will discuss impacts on business, tourism, and global perception. Moderated by BBC journalist Maddy Savage, the seminar promises insightful perspectives on Sweden's global brand. The Swedish Chamber encourages all members to sign up and participate in insightful the discussions. The event is available both online and on location in Stockholm. Find more information and registration .
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SCOC member Cinode expands into the Netherlands
Cinode expands to the Netherlands, marking a significant milestone in its mission to drive growth in the global consulting sector. As a leading SaaS platform, Cinode offers comprehensive solutions, empowering nearly 300 clients to enhance efficiency, profitability, and collaboration. With its proven track record in the Nordics, Cinode brings innovative insights and a collaborative network of over 6000 consulting firms to the Dutch market, aiming to strengthen the community and foster new opportunities for growth and cooperation. Read more about the expansion .
Mark your agenda already for April 11, 2024 when Cinode will address the Members of Swedish Chamber of Commerce on what’s happening in the consulting industry; Trends and Insights of the Dutch and the Nordic Consulting Industry. More information coming soon.
Photo Credits: Cinode
Photo Credits: Cinode
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NORNORM nominated to Circular Awards by The Accelerator House Netherlands Circular
Coming up in March is The Week of the Circular Economy, organized for the 9th time by The Accelerator House Netherlands Circular 2050! This is the largest national inspiration and networking event for (aspiring) circular entrepreneurs and of course, the presentation of the Circular Awards. The Circular Awards recognize the most impactful circular projects, organizations, and chain collaborations in the Netherlands and are organized by The Accelerator House Netherlands Circular! and made possible by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. We congratulate Swedish Chamber Member NORNORM for their place on the shortlist in the category Business. The finalists will be announced on February 26th.
Read the full list of nominated organisations . Curious to learn more about NORNORM's unique path to circularity? Watch this insightful conversation between NORNORM's CEO Anders Jensen and Swedish circularity expert Elin Bergman, .
Photo Credits: NORNORM
Photo Credits: NORNORM
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