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
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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.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on 23 January for the Young Professionals New Year’s Reception at Handelsbanken. It was a fantastic evening and a wonderful way to kick off 2026 together with our YP community.
We were delighted to be welcomed by our hosts at Handelsbanken and to bring together young professionals from across the network in a relaxed and festive setting. The evening featured welcome drinks, great food, and plenty of opportunities to connect and exchange ideas.
A highlight of the night was the much-loved Swedish classic “På Spåret” quiz, which sparked friendly competition, laughter, and team spirit throughout the room. Congratulations to all participants for making the game so engaging and fun.
After the quiz, the evening continued with pizza, drinks, and networking — the perfect ending to a successful start of the year.
A big thank you to Handelsbanken, the organisers, and everyone who attended and contributed to the great atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you again soon at our upcoming events.
📸 Photos from the evening can be found if you scroll down.
We extend our deepest gratitude to Stromma for opening their doors and hosting this memorable evening, complete with songs, candlelight, a Lucia performance by the Swedish Festivities Choir and a Christmas raffle. We would also like to thank our patron member IKEA for sponsoring with mulled wine and gingerbread, making it a true Lucia Celebration.
It was amazing to end this year with the Young Professionals before we all head off for the holidays and a big congratulations to all the winners of the Christmas Raffle.
From all of us at the Young Professionals, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
About the Swedish Lucia Tradition: The annual candlelit Lucia procession on December 13 is one of Sweden’s most beautiful and cherished traditions. Boys and girls dressed in long white gowns sing together in a harmonious celebration of light in the midst of winter’s darkness.
According to tradition, Lucia wears “light in her hair,” symbolised by a crown of candles, while her handmaidens also hold candles. The star boys, dressed in white, carry stars on sticks and wear tall, pointed paper hats — together creating a glowing and unforgettable procession.
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