Merel de Vries

Merel de Vries is a seasoned communication advisor specializing in the social domain, currently working at Gemeente Heemskerk since February 2023 and serving as Coördinator Pers & Publiek at Veiligheidsregio Kennemerland since December 2023. Previously, Merel spent over 17 years as a communication advisor at IJmond Werkt! and WSP Zuid-Kennemerland en IJmond, managing comprehensive internal and external communication efforts. As the founder of Merels Fotografie, Merel operated as a professional photographer from 2011 to 2021, emphasizing creative and affordable photoshoots. Merel holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and has completed relevant training in Lean methodologies and coaching.