Herman Beerda

Herman Beerda has a diverse and extensive career spanning various leadership and consultancy roles. Currently serving as a member of the daily board at Waterschap Noorderzijlvest since May 2016, Beerda oversees cooperation in wastewater management, urban water management, international collaboration, and sustainability initiatives. As a self-employed consultant since 2005, Beerda operates the consulting firm Beerda Project en Management, focusing on the intersection of private and public services, and also provides coaching and training. Additionally, Beerda is involved in multiple regional commissions and organizations, including serving as a member of the audit committee for Meppel, Staphorst, Steenwijkerland, and Westerveld, and as chair of Scouting Vries. Beerda has a background in project management, having revitalized industrial areas in Winschoten, and has held positions in local government as a group leader for the PvdA in Tynaarlo and as a member of the Drenthe Provincial States. Education includes ongoing studies in cultural sciences at the Open University, and previous qualifications in sociology from the University of Groningen and secondary education at RHBS Assen.