Carlijn de Nijs

Carlijn De Nijs has a diverse work experience in various industries and roles. Carlijn has worked as the Head of Marketing at Working Adventures, where they developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies and oversaw brand identity and online advertising initiatives. Carlijn has also served as the Dutch Recruitment Team Lead, providing guidance and leadership to the team. Prior to Working Adventures, Carlijn worked as an International Recruiter, helping adventurous job seekers with their careers abroad. Carlijn also has experience as an (Online) Communication Advisor and Content Manager for SoCarlijn, where they improved communication for start-up companies. Carlijn has also owned their own businesses, including a tourist information service called "What to do in Puglia" and a bed and breakfast in Brindisi. Carlijn is a skilled writer and has maintained a blog called "Bionda in Italia" that explores cultural differences between the Netherlands and Italy. Furthermore, Carlijn has experience as an Online Communication Specialist at BDO Nederland and as a Sales Assistant at Hunkemöller. Carlijn completed an internship at Artrain Express, where they gained experience in various artistic disciplines.

Carlijn De Nijs obtained a Master's degree in Business and Management from the University of Plymouth in 2010. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor's degree in Communications with a focus on Corporate Communications from Fontys University of Applied Sciences in 2009. Carlijn's education started in 1993 at Trumakkers, Heeze, and they later attended Strabrecht College from 1998 to 2004, where they pursued a VWO degree in Economie en Maatschappij.