About the beurs / Our people

Our people

At the Beurs van Berlage, our dedicated colleagues ensure that every event becomes an unforgettable experience.

Our expertise makes the difference

When it comes to organising and executing a conference or event, the team at the Beurs van Berlage truly makes the difference. Our people combine years of experience with a personal approach and an eye for detail. From the first introduction to the final minute of your event, we are here to bring your ideas to life. With their expertise and commitment, they ensure everything runs smoothly, allowing you to focus entirely on the content and impact of your gathering.

Sales

If you are considering hosting an event at the Beurs van Berlage, your first point of contact will most likely be one of our sales colleagues.

Evelien van Kessel

Commercial Director

Danielle Coelen – Meijer

Sales Director

Jean Butler

Business Development Manager

Nouschka Griep

Sales Manager

Rein Haaij

Sales Executive

Event Management

Once the contract is signed, you will be introduced to one of our Event Managers. With their years of experience, they will ensure your event becomes a reality.

Lydia Baloe

Operations Director

Marc de Winter

Events Director

Freek Heuberger

Event Manager

Kelly Haakman

Event Manager

Aafke Wakker

Event Manager

Food and Beverage

Our Food and Beverage colleagues take care of the culinary needs of your guests during events.

Jorien Schipper

F&B Director

Henk van Veluw

Executive Chef

Ger van Mourik

Senior Banqueting Event Manager

Niki Klement

Banqueting Event Manager

Daphne Kaan

Banqueting Event Manager

Jelle Brouwer

Banqueting Event Manager

Hotel
Services

If you’re looking for accommodation for your conference attendees or speakers, our Hotel Services team will assist you in finding the perfect hotel in Amsterdam.

Dimitri Thoolen

Accountmanager Conference Services

Yassine Oulad Omar

Accountmanager Conference Services

Dimitri Thoolen

Accountmanager Conference Services

Yassine Oulad Omar

Accountmanager Conference Services

Behind the scenes…

In addition to the visible faces of our Sales, Event Management, Food and Beverage, and Hotel Services departments, a dedicated team works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the success of every event.

Our colleagues in Marketing, HR, Finance, Facilities Management, and Operations play a crucial role in organizing everything to perfection

…the unsung heroes

From strategic planning and financial support to technical maintenance and logistics – they make sure that every event at Beurs van Berlage runs seamlessly.

Thanks to these indispensable links behind the scenes, we are able to deliver top-quality experiences time and again

Management

Marcel Schonenberg

Managing Director

Lie Hwa Tan

Management Assistant

Anouk de Klerk

HR Manager

Willemijn de Vet

Marketing Director

Kelvin van Nimwegen

Property Director

Lydia Baloe

Operations Director

Evelien van Kessel

Commercial Director

Jorien Schipper

F&B Director

Arshad Hussainali

Financial Director

Get in touch

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Prefer direct contact?
Call us at +31 (0)20 – 531 33 55 or email us at events@beursvanberlage.com.

We look forward to helping you!