Patrice van der Heiden
General Manager at Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce- Claim this Profile
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Anne Hatanpää
Mr. Patrice van der Heiden leads one of the most active FinnChams in the world. Thanks to his management and marketing skills the FinnCham successfully arranges all kinds of events and receives delegations which are most satisfied with their programs. Mr. van der Heiden's input in developping the whole FinnCham network is highly appreciated within the FinnChams and the Finland Chamber of Commerce. Trainees have loved their stay in the Netherlands and gained useful practise. (25th September 2023).
Päivi Kaukoranta
Patrice is an experienced actor in international business environment. During his years as General Manager of the Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce the FDCC has developed into a professional business network association with growing number of members and close cooperation with other Nordic associations. The FDCC and other Finnish actors in the Netherlands have certainly been lucky to benefit of his experience in sales, marketing and business development and of his positive and open attitude. Patrice can think big but concretely and is not afraid of working hard in order to fulfil plans. He understands the power of networking and knows how to inspire and convince his colleagues and collaborators. He is a great advocate for innovations, circular economy and green transition. It was a pleasure to cooperate with Patrice during my years as ambassador of Finland to the Netherlands (2018-2022).
Anne Hatanpää
Mr. Patrice van der Heiden leads one of the most active FinnChams in the world. Thanks to his management and marketing skills the FinnCham successfully arranges all kinds of events and receives delegations which are most satisfied with their programs. Mr. van der Heiden's input in developping the whole FinnCham network is highly appreciated within the FinnChams and the Finland Chamber of Commerce. Trainees have loved their stay in the Netherlands and gained useful practise. (25th September 2023).
Päivi Kaukoranta
Patrice is an experienced actor in international business environment. During his years as General Manager of the Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce the FDCC has developed into a professional business network association with growing number of members and close cooperation with other Nordic associations. The FDCC and other Finnish actors in the Netherlands have certainly been lucky to benefit of his experience in sales, marketing and business development and of his positive and open attitude. Patrice can think big but concretely and is not afraid of working hard in order to fulfil plans. He understands the power of networking and knows how to inspire and convince his colleagues and collaborators. He is a great advocate for innovations, circular economy and green transition. It was a pleasure to cooperate with Patrice during my years as ambassador of Finland to the Netherlands (2018-2022).
Anne Hatanpää
Mr. Patrice van der Heiden leads one of the most active FinnChams in the world. Thanks to his management and marketing skills the FinnCham successfully arranges all kinds of events and receives delegations which are most satisfied with their programs. Mr. van der Heiden's input in developping the whole FinnCham network is highly appreciated within the FinnChams and the Finland Chamber of Commerce. Trainees have loved their stay in the Netherlands and gained useful practise. (25th September 2023).
Päivi Kaukoranta
Patrice is an experienced actor in international business environment. During his years as General Manager of the Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce the FDCC has developed into a professional business network association with growing number of members and close cooperation with other Nordic associations. The FDCC and other Finnish actors in the Netherlands have certainly been lucky to benefit of his experience in sales, marketing and business development and of his positive and open attitude. Patrice can think big but concretely and is not afraid of working hard in order to fulfil plans. He understands the power of networking and knows how to inspire and convince his colleagues and collaborators. He is a great advocate for innovations, circular economy and green transition. It was a pleasure to cooperate with Patrice during my years as ambassador of Finland to the Netherlands (2018-2022).
Anne Hatanpää
Mr. Patrice van der Heiden leads one of the most active FinnChams in the world. Thanks to his management and marketing skills the FinnCham successfully arranges all kinds of events and receives delegations which are most satisfied with their programs. Mr. van der Heiden's input in developping the whole FinnCham network is highly appreciated within the FinnChams and the Finland Chamber of Commerce. Trainees have loved their stay in the Netherlands and gained useful practise. (25th September 2023).
Päivi Kaukoranta
Patrice is an experienced actor in international business environment. During his years as General Manager of the Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce the FDCC has developed into a professional business network association with growing number of members and close cooperation with other Nordic associations. The FDCC and other Finnish actors in the Netherlands have certainly been lucky to benefit of his experience in sales, marketing and business development and of his positive and open attitude. Patrice can think big but concretely and is not afraid of working hard in order to fulfil plans. He understands the power of networking and knows how to inspire and convince his colleagues and collaborators. He is a great advocate for innovations, circular economy and green transition. It was a pleasure to cooperate with Patrice during my years as ambassador of Finland to the Netherlands (2018-2022).
Experience
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Finnish Dutch Chamber of Commerce
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Netherlands
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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Oct 2012 - Present
Changed the FDCC from a business club into a professional business network association, doubled the number of members and introduced and developed the Nordic collaboration. Nowadays the FDCC is seen as one of the leading Finnish Chambers worldwide.
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Board member / Secretary General / Chairman
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May 2004 - Oct 2012
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Danish Dutch Chamber of Commerce
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Netherlands
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Norwegian Dutch Chamber of Commerce
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Netherlands
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Non-profit Organizations
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General Manager
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May 2018 - Present
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Galerie Hofsteeg
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Dordrecht
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Co-Owner
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Nov 2016 - Aug 2023
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Tevreden.nl
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Netherlands
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales & Marketing Manager Automotive
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Jun 2012 - Dec 2014
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Blijdatikrij.nl
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Netherlands
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Travel Arrangements
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Project manager
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Sep 2010 - May 2012
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Autodata Nederland (Solera Nederland B.V.)
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Netherlands
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Jan 2007 - Jun 2010
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AutoScout24
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Germany
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Software Development
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500 - 600 Employee
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Managing Director
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Apr 2002 - Dec 2006
AutoOnline was an initiative from Autodata Nederland and after the successful introduction in the market in 2000, AutoScout24 joined as a shareholder. When I started in 2002 I was responsible for the rebranding from AutoOnline into AutoScout24. During those years AutoScout24 became one of the leading online marketplaces for used cars in the Netherlands. AutoOnline was an initiative from Autodata Nederland and after the successful introduction in the market in 2000, AutoScout24 joined as a shareholder. When I started in 2002 I was responsible for the rebranding from AutoOnline into AutoScout24. During those years AutoScout24 became one of the leading online marketplaces for used cars in the Netherlands.
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Autodata Nederland (Solera Nederland B.V.)
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Netherlands
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Jul 1992 - Mar 2002
Founded Autodata Nederland, together with a business partner, and started to import an used car valuation tool from Finland. Due to our lobby, BOVAG (the Dutch branche organisation in the mobility industry) advised this tool as 'Auto Taxatie Systeem' to their franchised car dealer members. Due to successful business and product development Autodata Nederland became a leading b2b automotive company. Founded Autodata Nederland, together with a business partner, and started to import an used car valuation tool from Finland. Due to our lobby, BOVAG (the Dutch branche organisation in the mobility industry) advised this tool as 'Auto Taxatie Systeem' to their franchised car dealer members. Due to successful business and product development Autodata Nederland became a leading b2b automotive company.
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Abetec Automatisering
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The Hague Area, Netherlands
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Marketing Manager
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Jan 1991 - Jun 1992
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Abimex BV
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Rotterdam Area, Netherlands
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District Manager
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Apr 1988 - Dec 1990
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Pon Car BV (Nibhart Car BV)
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Haarlem Area, Netherlands
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Marketing employee
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Jan 1984 - Mar 1988
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Education
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1979 - 1982
Haagse Hogeschool/TH Rijswijk
Marketing
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