Melissa Westerbos

Melissa Westerbos is a seasoned urban planning professional currently serving as a Beleidsadviseur ruimtelijke ordening at Gemeente Katwijk since July 2025. Prior experience includes roles such as Beleidsadviseur ruimtelijke ontwikkeling at Gemeente Uithoorn and project coordinator at Bender Groep, where Melissa led the housing project De Groene Akkers. Additional experience encompasses project involvement at HLTsamen, focusing on larger initiatives in Lisse, and a temporary policy position at gemeente Heerhugowaard, developing a city marketing strategy. Melissa's career began with roles at Ymere, supporting housing agents and handling customer inquiries. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Amsterdam, alongside a VWO from Alkwin Kollege.