Sjoerd Van Schoonhoven

Developing the positioning, mission, and strategic direction of a 20 FTE department to strengthen visibility, collaboration, and organisational effectiveness. Coordinating information management implementation and translating department-wide changes into practical steps for stakeholders.

Contributed to implementation of European air quality legislation within the Dutch government. Coordinated collaboration with ministries, research institutes, regional authorities, European counterparts, and citizen science initiatives to support innovation, participation, and public engagement.

Analysed processes and stakeholder needs to improve information management workflows. Introduced Agile ways of working, and developed an e-learning programme to support system adoption.

Completed a two-year traineeship focused on project management, organisational change, and digital transformation.

Led the implementation of a new intranet platform, including testing new functionalities and training 200 colleagues in system usage.

Developed business cases and project plans for IT implementation initiatives. Supported process improvement and operational efficiency projects.

Advised early-stage entrepreneurs on business development and prepared business plans to support growth and entrepreneurship.

Led the sales team and supported the development of new partnerships. Developed strategic partnerships with leading FMCG companies.

Supported networking initiatives connecting regional entrepreneurs.

Master’s in International Management. Thesis focused on emerging market cross-border acquisitions and firm performance through organisational learning and institutional theory.

Completed a minor in International Business at Rangsit University.

Bachelor of Business Administration (MER). Coursework included business administration with a focus on preparing for international business roles.