Join the Amsterdam Regional Session!
Are you active in Life Sciences & Health and considering the next step internationally? Join us for the Amsterdam Regional Session on internationalisation, an interactive afternoon designed to inspire, inform, and connect companies, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners with international growth ambitions.
The international healthcare market offers significant opportunities for Dutch Life Sciences & Health companies. At the same time, expanding into new markets can be complex due to differences in healthcare systems, regulations, reimbursement structures, procurement processes, and partnerships.
During this session, participants will gain practical insights into the internationalisation journey and learn more about the support, networks, and instruments available to help shape and accelerate international ambitions.
Event Details
For: Dutch LSH organisations
3 September 2026
15:00
17:30
Netherlands, Europe
Sanquin Bloedvoorziening Hoofdkantoor, Amsterdam
How This Event Supports Your Growth
International expansion can create exciting opportunities for Life Sciences & Health companies, but navigating new healthcare markets often comes with challenges. Understanding local healthcare systems, market dynamics, regulations, reimbursement pathways, and collaboration structures is essential for sustainable international growth.
This session aims to support companies by connecting them with ecosystem partners, practical knowledge, and real-world experiences from organisations and innovators active internationally. Whether you are exploring your first international market or looking to further expand your activities abroad, the programme is designed to provide inspiration, guidance, and valuable connections.
By bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, and internationalisation experts, the Amsterdam Regional Session aims to strengthen collaboration and support international growth within the Dutch Life Sciences & Health ecosystem.
What to Expect?
During this interactive afternoon, participants can expect:
- Insights into international opportunities for Life Sciences & Health companies
- Practical perspectives on international market entry and expansion
- Experiences and lessons learned from internationally active companies
- Information about available support, networks, and collaboration opportunities
- Networking with entrepreneurs, ecosystem partners, and industry stakeholders
Speakers
Jet van Eeghen
Coalition Coordinator Healthy Region, Amsterdam Economic Board
Connecting businesses, knowledge institutions and public partners to strengthen innovation across the Amsterdam region.
Micha van Lin
Director, Task Force Health Care
The Dutch member organisation supporting international ambitions of the Life Sciences & Health sector.
Robin van Beijnum
Business Developer Life Sciences & Health, ROM InWest
Supporting innovative companies in North Holland to scale, access funding and grow internationally.
Jorrit Kooi
Chief Financial Officer, Rods&Cones
Providing remote surgical collaboration technology that connects healthcare professionals during medical procedures.
Eva Rennen
Founder & Chief Operating Officer, Nostics
Developing rapid diagnostic technology to identify bacterial infections and support more targeted treatment decisions.
Programme
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14:45 – 15:00 |
Walk-in |
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15:00 – 15:10 |
Welcome & Introduction Micha van Lin, Director, Task Force Health Care |
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15:10 – 15:35 |
The Amsterdam Ecosystem for International Growth
Jet van Eeghen, Coalition Coordinator Healthy Region, Amsterdam Economic Board Robin van Beijnum, Business Developer Life Sciences & Health, ROM InWest |
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15:35 – 15:40 |
Coffee Break |
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15:40 – 16:20 |
From Amsterdam to the World: Company Perspective
Joritt Kooi, Chief Financial Officer, Rods&Cones Eva Rennen, Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer, Nostics |
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16:20 – 16:45 |
Ask the Experts Interactive discussion and audience Q&A with all speakers |
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16:45 – 17:00 |
Thank you & closing Micha van Lin, Director, Task Force Health Care |
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17:00 – 17:30 |
Meet, Match & Drink |
Register Now
This event has reached full capacity and registration is now closed.
If you are still interested in joining, please contact Andrea O’Brien at andrea.obrien@tfhc.nl to be added to the waiting list. We’ll get in touch should a place become available.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Amsterdam Regional Session!
Event Details
For: Dutch LSH organisations
3 September 2026
Netherlands, Europe
Sanquin Bloedvoorziening Hoofdkantoor, Amsterdam
In collaboration with
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