Meet our Mentor Eric De Munck
Meet Eric de Munck, mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Eric de Munck is an experienced entrepreneur in the healthcare sector with expertise in international business, particularly in Russia, India, Turkey, and Europe. As the owner of Vahlkamp International B.V. and EDM Holding, he demonstrates strong leadership and a keen focus on innovation. With a background in military education and a career spanning various sectors, including IT and healthcare systems, Eric is dedicated to driving growth and fostering international partnerships.
He is also deeply engaged in societal and philosophical discussions, contributing actively to organizations such as the Royal Industrial Great Club and the Atlantic Commission. Passionate about sustainability and holistic well-being, Eric balances his professional endeavours with interests in psychology, philosophy, people and society.
Welcome to join Eric and our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is TODAY, February 28, 2024. Read more and apply .
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Meet our Mentor Björn Atterstam
Meet Björn Atterstam, Mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Björn Atterstam is an educator, facilitator, and leadership expert. His work explores the human condition in the modern world - how we live, lead, and develop in an increasingly complex, uncertain, and interconnected world. He partners with well-known organizations to help challenge their thinking, evolve their assumptions, and improve when and where it matters.
Björn has held senior leadership positions with international management consultancies and corporations. Over the last thirty years, he has advised or trained thousands of leaders worldwide. In his last corporate role in London, he was responsible for developing talent, leadership, and culture at Prudential Plc, a highly regarded financial services group. Björn is also a researcher and faculty member at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. He is responsible for the Personal Leadership Development (PLD) course for full-time and executive MBA students. His research interests reside in the intersection of psychological functioning and organizational performance.
Welcome to join Björnand our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is today, February 28, 2024. Read more and sign up .
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Presenting the new Swedish Chamber Member Brochure
We are delighted to present a comprehensive overview of the Swedish Chamber in our new digital Member Brochure! On a scale from 1 to 10, the average likelihood for our members to recommend the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for business relations is 8.7. This brochure simplifies the process of endorsing the Chamber to your esteemed business connections. Feel free to share it with your network, and reach out with any questions to communication@swedishchamber.nl.
to download the Swedish Chamber Member Brochure.
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Meet our mentor Ben Vree
Meet Ben Vree, Mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Ben has been working within the global maritime industry for more than 40 years in various positions in Rotterdam as well as in Asia. The various jobs during his past career include positions like President Vopak Asia, CEO Smit International, CEO Noordzee Group, and CEO APMT Europe and Asia. During his career, he has been heading a number of reorganisations and restructurings. Presently, Ben is active as chairman and/or member of several Supervisory Boards as well as the Boards of Foundations.
Are you an experienced business leader looking to make a lasting impact on the next generation of professionals, while also learning more about the way young professionals of today are thinking?
Welcome to join Ben and our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is today, February 28, 2024. Read more and sign up .
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Meet our Mentor and Program Hendrik Jan Guitink
Meet our Mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program Hendrik Jan Guitink! Hendrik Jan is the Managing Partner at AIMS International Netherlands B.V. and a senior professional in Executive Search and Leadership Consulting. With extensive experience as both a mentor and business coach, Hendrik Jan aims to empower young professionals by providing guidance on career development and fostering meaningful connections outside their direct circles.
Are you an experienced business leader looking to make a lasting impact on the next generation of professionals, while also learning more about the way young professionals of today are thinking? Welcome to join Hendrik Jan and our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is February 28, 2024. Read more and sign up .
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Meet our Mentor Swati Narwal
Meet Swati Narwal, Mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Swati has accumulated over 15 years of experience in IT, banking, and retail across multiple organizations and countries, including India, Sweden, and the Netherlands. She takes pride in her ability to pivot her career six times, constantly challenging herself and acquiring new skills both personally and professionally.
For the past 10.5 years, Swati has been dedicated to IKEA, focusing on organizational design, effectiveness, and the development of work methodologies. Additionally, she serves as an internal trainer and facilitator for leadership development programs within IKEA.
As an ICF-certified executive coach, Swati specializes in guiding senior leaders and their teams towards clarity and confidence in decision-making. Her passion for public speaking has led her to speak in various global forums and events on various topics. Previously, Swati also served as the Chairperson of the Young Professional Committee for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands.
Welcome to join Swati and our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is February 28, 2024. Read more and sign up .
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Meet our Mentor Fatih Noyan
“Help Mentees to become their best selves, overcome challenges, and reach their goals by offering guidance, support and encouragement”. Meet Fatih Noyan, mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024!
Fatih Noyan serves as the Country Manager for Ericsson in the Netherlands, a global leader in the communications industry, pioneering innovation and connectivity across the world. His academic background includes a degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, coupled with a Master of Business Administration. Throughout his professional journey, Fatih has undertaken diverse leadership roles across Europe within Ericsson, navigating through various industry challenges and driving growth in a rapidly evolving industry. His participation in the mentorship program is driven by his strong desire to give back to society. He is motivated to share insights with aspiring young leaders, helping them to realize their full potential and strive for excellence.
Are you a senior business leader looking to make a lasting impact on the next generation of professionals, while also learning more about the way young professionals of today are thinking? Welcome to join Fatih 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 . We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is February 28, 2024.
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Meet our mentor Nils van Dijkman
Meet Nils van Dijkman, mentor for the Mentorship Program 2024! Nils is a partner in the employment law practice at the Swedish Chamber Patron member . He advises on various employment law matters, with a particular emphasis on reorganisations, employment law aspects of mergers and acquisitions, industrial relations, cross-border employment and employee participation issues (works councils). He advises both Dutch and international companies, as well as their executives.
Recent work
- Reorganising of one of the largest beer breweries in the Netherlands, including negotiations with the works council and trade unions on a social plan and related procedures, including the company collective labour agreement negotiations with the unions;
- Reorganising the Dutch production facility of a listed Japanese multinational in the metal industry, including negotiations with the works council and trade unions and related procedures;
- Reorganising headquarters and factories of one of the largest international companies in the Food Sector, including negotiations with the works council and the trade unions regarding a social plan;
- Negotiating and reaching a collective bargaining agreement with the relevant trade unions;
- Reorganising a leading chain in the Fashion Industry, including collective dismissal and related litigation.
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