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Margriet Hooghiemstra
Chief of Staff at Thorizon
Margriet Hooghiemstra serves as the Chief of Staff at Thorizon, a company focused on developing advanced nuclear energy technologies. In her role, she is responsible for various operational aspects that support the company's growth and efficiency, including IT, HR, marketing, legal, fundraising, and office management.12 This diverse set of responsibilities allows her to play a crucial role in ensuring that Thorizon operates smoothly as it develops its innovative reactor technology, which utilizes radioactive waste as fuel.1
Before joining Thorizon, Hooghiemstra had a significant career in strategy and consulting. She worked with McKinsey & Company, where she specialized in energy and sustainability before transitioning to the Additive Manufacturing team at Covestro (formerly DSM) as Strategy Program Director.3 Her educational background includes studies at Columbia University - Columbia Business School, enhancing her expertise in strategic planning and operational management.4
Thorizon itself is a Dutch company that originated as a spin-off from NRG in Petten and has recently expanded its operations to France.1 The company aims to combine nuclear expertise from both countries to create safer and more sustainable energy solutions.1
