FEBRUARY 27 | 15.00-17.00
Selma’s Nordic Bakery Café, Amsterdam
It was a pleasure to celebrate “Semledagen” with you all.
Big thank you to everyone that came and celebrated our bellowed Semla this weekend with us. We would also like to thank Selma’s Nordic Bakery Café for making it possible for us to continue the tradition and have our Swedish “Semle-fika” here in Amsterdam.
FEBRUARY 16 | 18.00-20.00
Mooie Boules, Amsterdam
On February 16, the Young Professionals had their first live event of the year at Mooie Boules.
We would like to thank everyone who joined us for some drinks & bites, fun networking and for playing Jeu de boules.
The Netherlands has removed the majority of corona regulations and we are looking forward to an inspiring spring, with lots of interesting and engaging live events!
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
18.30-21.00
Social Skills
Malin Hedlund
MH Leadership, Breakthrough Master Coach/ Founder of Flow & Flourish Method
On Tuesday, February 8, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure of welcoming Malin Hedlund as a prominent speaker to the session “Social Skills”, a part of the Mentorship Program 2021-2022.
We would like to extend a warm thank you to Malin Hedlund, Breakthrough Master Coach MH Leadership, for sharing her extensive experience, knowledge and expertise on Social Skills considering topics such as virtual meetings, body language and the DISC assessment tool.
Also a warm thank you to Swati Narwal, YP Liaison, for her inspiring contribution to the session as well as to all Mentors and Mentees for participating, both live and digital. We are very grateful for the Mentorship Program Coach Hendrik Jan Guitink’s contribution!
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program 2020-2021 is supported by:
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
18.30-21.00.
A changing (Technology) working Landscape
Marcel Damen
Founder – Horizon Internet Technologies
Founder – Fare Care Solutions
With the acceleration in digital, the demands on technology — for speed, flexibility, reliability, security, and value — have radically increased. What does it mean for business leaders, how to review and transform ideas and organizations? Due to the new Corona restrictions, this session will be held digitally via Zoom.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce has invited Marcel Damen to facilitate our first meeting due to his extensive experience and knowledge of innovative technology. Marcel will focus on his field of expertise and what that means for future leadership to take into account.
Guest Speaker:
Marcel Damen, Founder of Horizon Internet Technologies and of FARE CARE Solutions
Program:
18:30 – 18:45: Welcoming and introduction
18:45 – 19:00: Presentation by a mentee / mentor on a Changing Technology Landscape
19:00 – 20:00: Presentation & discussion lead by Marcel Damen
20:00 – 20:45: Mentee / Mentor in break-out rooms to work on / talk about individual topics
20:45 – 21:00: Closure
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program 2020-2021 is supported by:
NOVEMBER 11 | 18.00-20.00
Yesterday, on November 11, the Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber hosted an Afterwork at De Tulp – the tropical paradise in de Pijp! We want to thank all the members and guests that joined us for some networking and drinks. It was great to meet you all and to spread some light in the November darkness!
We are now looking forward to an inspiring fall with lots of interesting and engaging events for the Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber – and hope to see you all soon again!
Swedish Chamber of Commerce Young Professional Mentorship Program 2021 – 2022
21st-Century Leadership
Navigating in a world of change
On November 2, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands launched the Mentorship Program 2021-2022. With the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce is supporting the next generation’s leaders by connecting young and ambitious talents with experienced international business professionals from across all fields and sectors within the Swedish Chamber of Commerce. The program offers a unique opportunity for young professionals to benefit from an exclusive eight-month program of group workshops and individual mentoring and sharing experience of successful senior industry professionals and guests’ speakers.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program was launched in October 2012. Since then, more than 100 Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber have followed the program and benefited from their future personal and professional growth. The many Mentors have benefited to meet the new generation leaders of the future and learning more about their insights and values. This year we are very happy to connect nine Mentors and Mentees to follow the program under the excellent leadership of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program Coach Henrik Jan Guitink, Managing Partner of AIMS International Netherlands B.V.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Mentorship Program is an 8-month program consisting of 5 mandatory Seminars and workshops covering topics as navigating in a world of change, past pandemic business culture, personal development, and mindfulness and recovery, inspired and supported by senior business professionals from across all fields and sectors within the Swedish-Dutch business community. It strives to provide participants with the opportunity to grow in their careers and to enrich their personal developments by exchanging experiences, views, and knowledge. By utilizing the Chamber’s extensive network of international business leaders, the program offers Young Professionals a unique Mentor experience.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program 2020-2021 is supported by:
OCTOBER 6 | 18.00 – 20.00
Mooie Boules, Amsterdam
Yesterday, on October 6, the Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber hosted its first event of the season – After Work at Mooie Boules, Amsterdam! We want to thank all the members and guests that joined us for some drinks & bites, networking, and Jeu de Boules. It was great to finally meet after a year of working from home with virtual meetings, and we are happy that so many showed up and made this event a great success!
We are now looking forward to an inspiring fall with lots of interesting and engaging events for the Young Professionals of the Swedish Chamber – and hope to see you all soon again!
Date: September 16, 2021
Time: 10.00 – 11.15
Webinar
What are the possibilities and challenges for women tech entrepreneurs in this time of pandemic and a booming demand for tech solutions and a growing tech industry? What impact does it have on women tech entrepreneurs? How do we create diverse workplaces where women are free to fulfill their professional potential and have the equal access to resources, knowledge and networks as men?
Today, women are still challenged in their pursuit and progression within the tech sector. We understand the importance of gender equality and diversity, but how could you implement policies promoting it at your company? What is it about a company that makes it uninviting for women to apply? Why are tech women still under-represented at most companies? It doesn’t make any sense because obviously there is no difference in skills or competence. They’re out there, but how can you get them into your organization?
In this webinar we bring together experts and women leaders in the tech community for an inspiring session about diversity, inclusion, inspiration and disruption. Welcome to join!
Introduction remarks:
The Ambassador of Sweden H.E. Mr. Johannes Oljelund
Quotes from speakers:
Dr Cara Antoine, Managing Director Digital Transformation, IG&H | Global Women in Tech, The Netherlands
“Never underestimate the competence and ability of another. I think that the simple things and taking small action is important.”
Ariane Bucquet-Pousette, Project Manager Start-Ups Invest Stockholm
“We have a saying in Sweden called ¨we have a special place in hell for women who don’t help each other¨. I would say there is a special place in hell for men that doesn’t help women.”
Ruth de Jager, Country Manager Netherlands Storytel
“Never tell a girl she’s bossy but that she has management skills.”
Indra Sharma, Author, Investor
“If we don’t change we will continue to have a world build by men for men. I don’t want that. I think this should be the top priority for politicians as well and to make sure that entrepreneurship and diversity is the main target for the future development of Sweden and Europe.”
Moderator:
Rens Goudsmit, Moderator, Head of TK Tech & Attorney at law, TeekensKarstens advocaten notarissen
“New technologies and developments are leading to innovative, interesting and complex (legal) issues. So especially in this sector it is crucial to share best practices, insights, experiences and know how. I believe making connections is key in the Tech sector. This is exactly where the Tech Tables are meant for”.
Program
10.00
Welcome by Kerstin Gerlagh, Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands
Introduction by Moderator Rens Goudsmit
Introduction remarks by Johannes Oljelund, Ambassador of Sweden
Presentation Cara Antoine
Presentation Ruth de Jager
Presentation Indra Sharma
Presentation Ariane Bucquet-Pousette
Q&A and Discussions
11.15
End Event Thank you by Moderator Rens Goudsmit and by Kerstin Gerlagh
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Tech Talent webinar is supported by TK
Women in Tech is organized by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands in partnership with:
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce’s for the Netherlands Tech Talent webinar is part of the series Tech Tables and invites Swedish Chamber Members and leading experts, exciting entrepreneurs and challengers alongside passionate change makers to participate in the exciting discussions. How will technologies shape the future and what can we learn from each other? The Tech Tables 2021 will focus on four Themes: Tech Talent – Tech Finance/VC investment – Women in Tech – Tech for Good
Upcoming Tech Table webinar by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands:
October 19, 2021 Tech for Good
https://swedishchamber.nl/events/october-19-2021-tech-for-good/
