The Swedish Chamber’s Exclusive Annual Patron Dinner Nov 10, 2022
On November 10, 2022 The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands was very honored to invite our Patron Members to the Annual Executive Patron Dinner 2022 hosted by H.E. Ambassador of Sweden Mr. Johannes Oljelund at the Swedish Residence in the Hague.
Founded in 2004, the patronship has grown steadily and today it consists of 34 Patron members representing a wide range of industries, from finance and automotive to retail and tech. The patrons reflect the strength of the Chamber’s business platform and represent some of the largest brands in the Swedish – Dutch business community.
At the Patron Dinner 2022 we were very honored to welcome H.E. Ambassador of Sweden Mr. Johannes Oljelund as Keynote speaker. Ambassador Oljelund gave a presentation of the latest reflections on the recent presented Swedish Budget and gave a preview of Sweden’s agenda for the upcoming EU Presidency 2023 and an update on the ongoing process for Sweden joining NATO.
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The Swedish Chamber of Commerce cordially thank the Swedish Embassy for the generous collaboration.
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Swedish Chamber’s Tech Table – Tech for Good
On November 8, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce hosted Tech for Good, which was the third event in the Tech Table series this year. In this very interesting and inspiring session, we brought together experts within our broad network to discuss the technologies of the future and tech as an enabler for good.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a warm thank you to our fantastic speakers Joey van den Brink, Business Development Lead at B Lab Europe., Anne Manschot, Market Director Netherlands & Senior Sustainability advisor at Enact Sustainable Strategies, Lotta Gunnarsson, Director Software Development at Booking.com., and Alexander Galt, Digital Ethics Leader at IKEA Shared Data & Technology. Also, a warm thank you to Louise Bonbeck, Counsellor, EU Affairs and Trade Promotion, Embassy of Sweden in The Netherlands for opening remarks and to our Moderator Lex Keukens, Lawyer at TeekensKarstens advocaten notarissen.
We would also like to thank our partners TK Tech and the Embassy of Sweden in The Netherlands and everyone who joined us at the Swedish Chamber Tech for Good and made the event to a great success.
Welcome to sign up for the Swedish Chamber’s last Tech Table this year, Tech Finance/VCInvestment on November 29, 2022 at the office of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Amsterdam.
For more information, see our Event page.
This Swedish Chamber of Commerce Tech Table 2022 is organized in collaboration with:
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Join Swe-Cham Lucia Luncheon
Only 3 weeks to go until the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Lucia Luncheon on December 9, 2022 at Hilton Amsterdam! Make sure to book your company table, or individual seat(s) as it will once again mark the highlight of the season.
The Luncheon will feature:
✨ Keynote speaker Anders Karlsland, Minister Counsellor, Political Affairs and EU Affairs, Embassy of Sweden for the Netherlands
✨ A traditional Swedish Lucia procession by Lund’s Academic Choir
✨ Swedish “glögg”, a three course delicious "Sweden inspired" menu
✨A grand charity raffle with fantastic prices for the benefit of Gilat foundation
✨ A special booking rate at Hilton Amsterdam if you would like to stay the night in Amsterdam
✨ Unique networking opportunities
We welcome all members to sign up together with colleagues, partners, and business relations for a Christmas Luncheon with Swedish traditions and hospitality.
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Launch Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program 2022-2023
On November 3, 2022 The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program 2022/2023 was successfully launched together with Program Coach Hendrik-Jan Guitink, Senior Partner AIMS.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program offers a unique opportunity for young professionals to benefit from an exclusive seven-month program of group workshops and individual mentoring by experienced and successful senior industry professionals from across the Swedish-Dutch business community. The benefits for both mentors and mentees are unparalleled. For Mentors, it is a great chance to help the next generation flourish. Participating in this program is a great learning and networking opportunity for both mentees and mentors and offers great opportunities to meet and network with peers and business leaders and form lasting contacts. The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a big thank you to all participating mentors and mentees. For Event photos We look forward to the upcoming year!
“21st century Leadership- Navigating in a World of Change”
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program offers a unique opportunity for young professionals to benefit from an exclusive seven-month program of group workshops and individual mentoring by experienced and successful senior industry professionals from across the Swedish-Dutch business community. The benefits for both mentors and mentees are unparalleled. For Mentors, it is a great chance to help the next generation flourish. Participating in this program is a great learning and networking opportunity for both mentees and mentors and offers great opportunities to meet and network with peers and business leaders and form lasting contacts. The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a big thank you to all participating mentors and mentees. For Event photos We look forward to the upcoming year!
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Join the Swedish Chamber and visit our more than 40 annual events!
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands is the ultimate business platform connecting Swedish and Dutch companies and entrepreneurs. We are a non-profit organization with more than +60 years of experience and are one of the most active foreign Chambers in the Netherlands.
We bring value to Members across all sectors and industries, from large corporates to SMEs, entrepreneurs, and start-ups both in the NL and in SWE. Our focus is to provide new and exciting networks and ecosystems, to provide relevant events and roundtables, and to deliver first-class business services tailored to your business needs.
Events – Join some of our annually +40 first-class events and round tables or follow one of our programs such as the Mentorship Program, Tech Tables, or Women Business Leadership, designed to support you, your company, colleagues, and team.
*SPECIAL OFFER: Become a member today and get the rest of 2022 for free. You pay the Annual Membership Fee and your membership is valid until December 31, 2023!
**Recruit a new corporate member to the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and win 2 free tickets to the Swedish Chamber of Commerce's Lucia Luncheon on December 9, 2022!
For more information and to become a member, follow the link:
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Thank you for Attending Women Business Leadership Masterclass II
On November 1, 2022, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce hosted the Women Business Leadership Masterclass – Recovery, Evaluation, How to keep up the Energy and get Revitalized.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a big thank you to all our participants, Executive Coach and program director, Malin Hedlund, and guest speaker Marianne Hamilton for sharing their stories and experiences. The Swedish Chamber cordially thanks Inter IKEA Systems B.V., Fagerhult, and Storytel for supporting the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Women Business Leadership Program and for making it possible.
If you would like to order Marianne´s book Advice to My Dear Daughter, you will find more information by following the link: https://bit.ly/3U2hqMq The book is available in four different languages, Swedish, English, Dutch and French.
Welcome to join us again for the next Women Business Leadership Masterclass on November 22!
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Welcome New Member- Beyondo AB
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce gives a warm welcome to new Member, Beyondo AB.
Beyondo AB is a Sweden-based recruitment agency with the purpose of being the link between candidates with an international life and work experience and the job market in Sweden. Their vision is to be the most professional human intermediary of internationally experienced candidates, Swedish home comers, and international companies recruiting in Sweden. Beyondo AB is your partner for the recruitment of talents with international experience for business-oriented positions. They have a personal and transparent approach, where they look beyond a CV and find the right puzzle piece your organization needs to grow your business.
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Watch the #NordicTalks Food for Good Video
On September 22, 2022 the Nordic Chambers and Embassies in the Netherlands hosted Food for Good at .
The event brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and academics from the Nordic countries and from the Netherlands to address the possibilities to contribute to the sustainable and healthy transformation of our global food systems. During the Food for Good Expo we enjoyed food prepared by , Michelin Chef at Credo Trondheim, assisted by the Ambassadors of the Nordics.
Welcome to watch the short video impression from this fantastic event!
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