Paula de Groot

Paula De Groot is an experienced communications professional currently serving as Teammanager Dienstverlening at Gemeente Valkenswaard since January 2024. Prior to this role, Paula held the position of Strategisch Communicatieadviseur A2-samenwerking at Samenwerking A2-gemeenten from January 2019 to January 2024, where responsibilities included leading the integration and development of three communication teams for enhanced service to 'A2-klanten.' From February 2015 to January 2019, Paula worked as a Senior Communicatieadviseur focusing on internal communication for the organization’s development program at Gemeente Valkenswaard. Earlier experience includes a tenure at Philips Benelux from 2004 to February 2015, where Paula advanced from Internal Communications to Internal Communications Manager, overseeing strategic internal communication initiatives. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Information from Christelijke Hogeschool Ede, complemented by various training programs in personal effectiveness and communication.