Date: 3 September 2026
Time: 18.30–21.00
Venue: Waterkant, Amsterdam
New season. New connections. New energy.
What a fantastic way to start the upcoming year with the Young Professionals!
Thank you to everyone who joined the Young Professionals Kick-off at Waterkant!
A special thank you to Waterkant for hosting us at their beautiful canal-side venue!
We were grateful to see such enthusiasm and energy from all of you in the Young Professionals community, setting the tone for the events ahead! Coming together, both familiar and new faces, we created opportunities to mingle, share insights, and make valuable connections.
We look forward to seeing you at our next upcoming event, Building your brand, on 7 October 2026. It is a part of the new Mentorship Program and is open to all YP members! Register here:
7 October 2026, Mentorship Program 2026/2027 – Building your brand
Date: June 13, 2026
Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Venue: Vondelpark
A huge thank you to everyone who joined our Young Professionals Midsummer celebration.
On June 13, Young Professionals gathered to mark one of Sweden’s most cherished traditions with an afternoon of sunshine, networking, and summer festivities. The event brought together both familiar faces and new members of the network for a relaxed and festive celebration before the summer break.
Guests were welcomed with a glass of prosecco and classic Swedish strawberry cake, setting the tone for an enjoyable afternoon filled with conversation, laughter, music, and traditional games such as kubb. The beautiful weather and vibrant atmosphere made for a memorable occasion and a perfect way to conclude the spring season.
A special thank you goes to Einar & Partners for generously sponsoring the event and helping make the celebration possible.
The afternoon provided a great opportunity for participants to connect, catch up with colleagues and friends, and expand their professional networks in an informal and welcoming setting.
Finally, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the afternoon such a success. We wish you all a wonderful summer and look forward to welcoming you back for more inspiring Young Professionals events after the summer break.
📸 Photos from the celebration can be found below.
Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Venue: ESTEC, European Space Agency, Noordwijk
YP Goes to Space – Thank You!
What an inspiring afternoon at ESTEC, the European Space Agency’s largest technical centre and the heart of Europe’s space activities.
On June 2, a group of Young Professionals had the unique opportunity to visit the ESA facility in Noordwijk and gain first-hand insight into the world of space exploration, satellite navigation, innovation, and the growing commercial space sector.
The visit began with an introduction to ESA and its role in Europe’s space ecosystem, followed by presentations on working at ESTEC, satellite navigation, and how ESA supports the commercialisation of space technologies and space start-ups. Participants also enjoyed an exclusive tour of the High Bay, where some of Europe’s most advanced space systems are developed and tested.
A special thank you to Stefan Gustafsson, Sara Gidlund, and Jan Persson from ESA for sharing their expertise, experiences, and passion for space innovation. Their insights provided a fascinating glimpse into the opportunities and challenges of working at the forefront of European space technology.
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to ESA ESTEC for welcoming us and making this unique visit possible.
The afternoon concluded with drinks and networking, allowing participants to continue the discussions and connect with fellow Young Professionals in an inspiring setting.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to welcoming you again at one of our upcoming Young Professionals events.
📸 Photos from the visit can be found below.
Date: May 19, 2026
Time: 15:45 – 18:30
Venue: Vattenfall, Hoekenrode 8, 1102 BR Amsterdam
Young Professionals Workshop: Climate Fresk – Thank You!
We look back on a highly engaging and thought-provoking Young Professionals workshop hosted at Vattenfall in Amsterdam, where participants came together to explore one of the most pressing challenges of our time — climate change — through the internationally recognized Climate Fresk format.
The evening offered a valuable and interactive learning experience, helping participants better understand how human activities impact our planet and how different climate-related challenges are interconnected. Through teamwork, discussion, and reflection, participants collaboratively built a “Climate Fresk,” connecting causes and consequences of climate change in a visual and insightful way.
A special thank you to the certified Climate Fresk ambassadors from Nefab for facilitating the workshop and sharing both their expertise and practical experiences from implementing Climate Fresk within their own organization.
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Vattenfall for hosting us and providing the perfect setting for such an important and engaging discussion.
The event brought together an enthusiastic group of Young Professionals, creating a fantastic atmosphere for meaningful conversations, knowledge sharing, and new connections.
Finally, thank you to the Swedish Chamber’s Sustainability Committee for bringing this initiative to life and contributing to the discussions throughout the evening.
We look forward to welcoming you again at one of our upcoming Young Professionals events.
📸 Photos from the event can be found below.
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 18.00 – 20.00
Venue: Startdock, Prins Hendrikkade 21e, Amsterdam
Nordic Young Professionals Event – Thank You!
We look back on a highly engaging Nordic Young Professionals evening at Startdock, where professionals from across the Nordic Chambers came together to explore “Building Your Career in a Nordic–Dutch Business Environment.”
The evening offered valuable perspectives on career growth, leadership, and navigating the intersection of Nordic and Dutch business cultures. A special thank you to our speakers: Lykke Winther-Bay, Marc Schonagen, and Kunwar Singh for sharing their insights and experiences in such an open and engaging way.
The event brought together a diverse group of Young Professionals, creating a fantastic atmosphere for meaningful conversations, new connections, and cross-border exchange.
We would also like to extend our thanks to Stena Line for sponsoring the evening’s raffle, adding an extra highlight to an already inspiring event.
Finally, a sincere thank you to our partner chambers — the Finnish, Norwegian, and Danish Chambers of Commerce — for the great collaboration in bringing this event to life.
We look forward to welcoming you again at one of our upcoming events.
📸 Photos from the evening can be found below.
Young Professionals Company Visit – Ericsson – Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring Young Professionals visit to Ericsson’s new office in Breda.
We were delighted to get a behind-the-scenes look at one of Sweden’s most influential global companies, and to explore how over more than 150 years of innovation, Ericsson has continuously advanced communication technology — from early network infrastructure to cutting-edge 5G solutions and live demonstrations in the 5G Garage.
A special thank you to Fatih Noyan for the warm welcome, to Jeroen Buijs for the engaging and insightful demo tour, and to Lovro Jarnjak for sharing valuable reflections on his career journey and perspectives on growth within the telecom industry.
The evening brought together both Young Professionals and Board members of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce, creating a fantastic atmosphere for meaningful conversations, new connections, and exchange across generations and industries.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Allison Duchesne and Lovro Vukić for their support in organizing this wonderful evening.
We look forward to welcoming you again at one of our upcoming events.
📸 Photos from the evening can be found below.
Date: March 30, 2026
Time: 14.00 – 15.00
Venue: Digital event
Join us for a unique international Digital Fika, bringing together Young Professionals from Swedish Chambers across the globe. This interactive online session offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights, connect internationally, and be inspired by leading voices from Sweden’s business and policy landscape.
During the session, we will hear from Daniella Waldfogel, CEO of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, and Gabriella Augustsson, Coordinator of Sweden’s Foreign Trade Strategy at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. They will share their career journeys, key milestones, and perspectives on building a successful international career, as well as the importance of strong global networks.
The second part of the event will be dedicated to an interactive Q&A and networking session, where participants can engage directly with the speakers and connect with fellow Young Professionals from around the world.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Gain insights from senior leaders in business and government
- Learn how to build and leverage an international career
- Expand your global Swedish Chamber network
We warmly encourage our Young Professionals to take part in this inspiring and informal international exchange.
*Note that registration is done through the link below
Register here: Registration
Young Professionals x Fjällräven – Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who joined us on March 26 for an inspiring Young Professionals evening at Fjällräven’s flagship store in Amsterdam.
We were delighted to be welcomed into such a unique and authentic environment and to gain deeper insights into Fjällräven’s heritage, values, and approach to building a sustainable brand that lasts.
A special thank you to our speakers, Arjen Spil and Cheyenne Zwaneveld, for sharing valuable perspectives on Fjällräven’s journey and how authenticity and long-term thinking have shaped the brand’s success. The keynote, combined with the immersive store experience, made for a truly engaging and memorable evening.
The event also brought together young professionals from across our network, creating a great atmosphere for meaningful conversations, new connections, and shared inspiration.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the entire Fjällräven team for hosting us and contributing to such a successful event.
📸 Photos from the evening can be found below.
