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The Amsterdam Economic Board works with decision-makers, innovation managers and changemakers from businesses, academia and government to create a smart, green and healthy region. If you would like to develop innovative projects in collaboration with other frontrunners in the region, join us!
Together we are making the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area a responsible and inclusive digital region which provides for a sustainable and healthy future for new generations. Where lifelong development and a skills-oriented approach are central to education and the labour market. There is a variety of ways for you to become part of our high-quality network and work for breakthroughs on the most important issues of our time.
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Find out more about our initiatives and programmes and let us know where your interests lie. Expand your network of decision makers in government, education and business and become a member of our Network Council. To keep up to date with our most important news, sign up for our Dutch newsletter, the Board Update. And work on sustainability and innovation within your own organisation using our practical tools.
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Why they’re partners in our network
Hein van der Loo
Mayor city of Almere
“Almere is the second city in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area, with enormous growth potential in Tech. We shouldn’t present ourselves as a separate city, but as a strong region. Amsterdam Economic Board is indispensable in this.”
Ellen van Ginkel
Head of Communications & Corporate Affairs and Sustainability The Magnum Ice Cream Company
“As a new player in Amsterdam, The Magnum Ice Cream Company is happy to connect with the regional network of the Amsterdam Economic Board. Together with partners, we’ll contribute to progress in the Amsterdam region.”
Machteld Kors
Director UNStudio
“Amsterdam Economic Board connects across sectors and makes it possible to collaborate outside your own sector. By looking for and finding solutions there. This adds value for me as a partner.”
Edith Hooge
Chairperson University of Amsterdam
“Working towards inclusive prosperity is a joint task. The Amsterdam Economic Board is the place where innovative collaborations emerge. These are the engine for a strong and future-proof economy.”
Koen de Groot
CEO Total Design
“For Total Design, joining was a no-brainer. We enjoy deep dives, as well as working together towards achieving tangible results. That’s why we partner with the Amsterdam Economic Board.”
Robert Metzke
Chief of Staff Innovation & Strategy Philips
“Real progress requires systemic changes throughout society. More and more companies and other organisations want to play their part in this, but often do not know where to begin. The Amsterdam Economic Board is a perfect starting point.”
Abdelhamid Idrissi
Founder Stichting Studiezalen
“We put a spotlight on underexposed parts of society. The commitment and expertise of the Amsterdam Economic Board’s network is much needed for this. In turn, they can learn a lot from the neighbourhoods where we’re active.”
Willem Swager
Director Patagonia
“Amsterdam Economic Board provides a network of like-minded people and helps us collaborate locally. Like at the United Repair Centre, which repairs and puts new life into 20,000 damaged Patagonia garments per year.”