Marleen Kalden is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in public administration and policy advisory roles. Currently serving as Bestuurssecretaris at PO-Raad since September 2021, Kalden previously worked as Wijkadviseur at Gemeente Utrecht and held managerial positions at Gemeente Montfoort, where responsibilities included overseeing services and staff operations. Additional roles have included Programmaregisseur and Bestuursadviseur, focusing on economic affairs, recreation, tourism, and culture. Kalden's experience also extends to policy advisory roles at Gemeente IJsselstein and project management in economic revitalization at Gemeente De Ronde Venen. Early career experience includes positions at Movares Nederland B.V. and HP Services. Kalden holds a Master's degree in International Economics from Utrecht University.