Arend de Geus

Arend de Geus is an experienced professional in the media and cultural sector, currently serving as a Gespreksleider at Bureau voor Omgevingsmanagement since November 2023, specializing in facilitating participation discussions among citizens, government, and market parties. With a long tenure at NH Media since 2002, Arend has undertaken various roles including Programmamaker for NH Nieuws, where innovative initiatives like the NH Bierverkiezing were developed, and serving as Eindredacteur for Noord-Hollands Diep. Additionally, Arend has expertise as a moderator and presentation advisor through the company VeelHooi, contributing to media and presentation strategies for entrepreneurs and organizations. Arend's background includes serving as Secretary of Stichting Bolten, leading hockey sponsorship efforts at AMHC-FIT, and participating in projects focused on social cohesion in Amsterdam. Arend holds degrees in drama and theater arts from the Amsterdamse Hogeschool voor de Kunsten and has a foundational education in industrial design from Delft University of Technology.