Marlies van Werkhoven is an experienced communicatieadviseur with a strong background in communication strategies within politically and socially sensitive environments. Currently working at Gemeente Noordwijk since September 2021, Marlies previously held similar advisory roles at Werkorganisatie Duivenvoorde and Gemeente Voorschoten, focusing on public participation and external communication. Marlies has a diverse career that includes editorial work as a redacteur for Buijze Pers Nieuwsbladen and freelance journalism for Leidsch Dagblad. Educational credentials include various communication and management programs, such as Nima A in Communicatie and extensive qualifications in health care assistance.