What to expect?

Are you an expat or like-minded professional in Amsterdam looking to expand your network and grow your career?

Everybody Networks Here Amsterdam: Grow & Connect is designed to help you build authentic, meaningful connections in a supportive and inspiring environment. Whether you’re looking to connect with other professionals, find collaborators, learn something new or simply expand your social circle, this event is for you! Join us for an evening of networking, learning and personal growth.

Agenda

19:00-19:15 Doors open - Grab a drink at the bar & start mingling

19:15-19:30 Welcome & Icebreaker

19:30-20:15 Keynote Workshop: 'Own Your Story: A Live Storytelling Workshop for Everyone' by Amal Shakeb

20:15-21:30 Different Hosted Networking Activities

* After the event, the bar will remain open for further networking and mingling.

Who Should Attend?

Internationals and expats looking to grow their network in Amsterdam.
Professionals and entrepreneurs seeking authentic connections and career growth.
Like-minded individuals who value personal development and building meaningful relationships.

Keynote Workshop: Own Your Story: A Live Storytelling Workshop for Everyone by Amal Shakeb

What the Workshop Is About

We all tell stories every day — when we introduce ourselves, pitch an idea, or share something we care about. But often, we overthink it.
This interactive 35-minute session helps participants rediscover the simplicity and power of authentic storytelling. Through short, hands-on exercises and real examples, you’ll learn how to craft and confidently share your own 60-second story — the kind that feels natural and leaves a lasting impression.

Who the Workshop Is For

This session is open to everyone — students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to feel more confident when speaking about themselves.
No writing or creative background needed. Whether you work in IT, HR, or Finance, this workshop will help you communicate with more clarity, connection, and confidence — in networking events, interviews, or everyday conversations.

What People Will Get Out of the Workshop

A simple 4-step structure to tell your personal or professional story
Confidence to introduce yourself in a way that feels authentic, not rehearsed
Practical storytelling tips you can use in conversations, presentations, or social media
A short written version of your “60-second story” to take away and refine

About the Facilitator

Amal Shakeb is a Marketing Communication Strategist and the author of SIMPLY Content, as well as the founder of a consultancy that helps individuals and organizations communicate with purpose and authenticity.

With a background in journalism and over 15 years of experience in global organizations such as Philips and Syngenta, Amal specializes in storytelling, inclusive communication, and building sustainable content strategies.

Through her consultancy, she now helps individuals and teams create Smart & Sustainable Content Strategies that are simple, effective, and true to their values. Her workshops focus on helping people and brands “own their story” — simply, confidently, and in their own voice.

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Before, during and after the workshop we will make sure there will be lots of opportunties to connect and network with eachother. We're very much looking forward to meet you once again in Amsterdam!

All the best,

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