Rebecca van Dorrestein

Position and company
Business Development Manager
Heussen

Why should you join the Young Professionals?

The Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce is a great platform for those looking to connect with like-minded professionals within the Swedish-Dutch business network. Being a member grants you a unique opportunity to benefit from industry insights and cutting-edge research during our many events, which can give you a competitive edge in your career. As a member, you are also given mentorship opportunities, community engagement, long-lasting friendships, and an opportunity for personal growth.

Whether you have been located in the Netherlands for many years or have only just arrived, YP is the best way to create new and lasting relationships within the Swedish-Dutch Network!

What would you like to achieve with Young Professionals?

My main goal as a Committee Member is to help and support the Young Professionals in its growth. This community has long been a stepping stone for young, aspiring professionals, like myself, ready to embark on their professional journeys. I would like to see more people be given the opportunity to:

• Forge valuable relationships that can lead to new career opportunities, collaborations, partnerships, and friendships.
• Participate in events, workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance and develop their skills when it comes to problem-solving, leadership, and communication.
• Further highlight the Chamber’s focus areas; Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion and Innovation so that the Young Professionals continue to address critical issues, making a positive impact on society and contributing to meaningful change.

Other hobbies?

My favorite thing to do in my free time is to sing. Apart from that, I love to be out in nature (like most other Swedes) or play any kind of sport, preferably badminton, padel, volleyball, or golf. I am also very interested in Interior Design.