| | Swe-Cham News Feed | February 19, 2025 | | | | | | | |
In November last year, we conducted our Member Survey to better understand which services, activities, and key values offered by the Chamber matter most to our members, as well as how they wish to engage more with the Chamber’s activities.
The survey, which engaged Patron, Corporate, Private, and Young Professionals, saw a remarkable 94.6% increase in responses, with an impressive 216% rise in participation from Young Professionals compared to the previous year. These results not only highlight the strong engagement within our community but also provide clear direction for future improvements and initiatives. | | | | | | | |
Business Climate Survey 2025 in full swing
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Launched in 2020 as a global initiative by Team Sweden, the Business Climate Survey 2025 serves as an important tool providing insights from Swedish companies on the business environment across 44 markets globally.
“The reflections from members after the survey are very important—to see how the market is perceived, to understand their real challenges, and to hear what should be done and what needs to be changed.” - H.E. Mr. Johannes Oljelund,
Ambassador of Sweden to the Netherlands
| | Marije Laffeber, New Managing Director of Issuemakers: Rud Pedersen Group | As of January 2025, one of our valued members, Issuemakers: Rud Pedersen Group, has undergone a leadership transition in their Netherlands office. Marije Laffeber has stepped into the role of Managing Director, succeeding founders Sybrig Van Keep and Mayke van Keep. Marije, Sybrig and Mayke will work closely together for the first part of the year to ensure a smooth transition and continuation of the strategic direction.
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Swedish Chamber hosts Dutch Chamber Event in Amsterdam
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Last week, we had the honour of hosting the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in Sweden’s event, How to establish your organisation in Sweden, at our office in Amsterdam. It was an engaging session featuring inspiring speakers, including Torbjörn Lindmark from Eversheds Sutherland, Fredrik Nilsson and Erik Hedlund from BDO, and Karolina Conrad from Söderberg & Partners. They provided valuable insights into the challenges companies may encounter when establishing themselves in Sweden.
This event was an excellent example of the value of collaboration between the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands and the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in Sweden. We would like to thank all partners for the great teamwork and we are looking forward to continuing these meaningful exchanges in the future. | | | | | | | |
Health for Everyone: Closing the Health Gap: The Need for Gender-Sensitive Healthcare
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Did you know that women spend 25% more of their lives in poor health than men? This discrepancy is largely due to women’s health issues often being overlooked, misdiagnosed, or shrouded in mystery. Research by the World Economic Forum, in collaboration with the McKinsey Health Institute, highlights the vast potential for change: closing the health gap between men and women could unlock 75 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) and contribute $1 trillion to the global economy each year. | |
Welcome Julia, our New Intern! | We are very pleased to welcome Julia Gottliebsson as our newest Intern at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands!
Julia holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Strategic Communication from Lund University, with an additional Masters degree in Culture, Collaborative Media, and Creative Industries from Malmö University.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands is very pleased to welcome Julia to our team. We are looking forward to exploring new ideas and strategies together.
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Business Sweden Releases Latest Export Managers’ Index (EMI) for 2025
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Business Sweden has published its latest Export Managers’ Index (EMI).
The report highlights a sharp increase in expected demand from Western Europe, offering a positive signal amidst broader uncertainty. Compiled quarterly with data from Statistics Sweden (SCB), the EMI serves as a key indicator of Sweden’s economic outlook, providing valuable insights into global export trends. | |
Ericsson, Recognised Among the World's Most Sustainable Companies in 2025 Global 100 List | Ericsson, one of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce’s valued Patron Members, has been recognised on the 2025 Global 100 list as one of the world’s most sustainable companies. This prestigious ranking highlights companies at the forefront of sustainability, recognising their efforts to drive positive environmental change through significant investments in sustainable technologies.
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