Marit van Heugten

Marit van Heugten is a highly educated professional with a diverse academic background and a wealth of experience in project management and organizational roles.

Marit studied various disciplines including VWO with an EM-profile at Zuyderzee College Emmeloord, a Master of Science in Governance en Management van Complexe Systemen at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, a Pre-master in Filosofie at Universiteit Leiden, a Bachelor's degree in Economie, Bestuur en Management at Universiteit Leiden, and also participated in a Blended Class in Strategische Communicatie at Nyenrode Business Universiteit.

With a solid educational foundation, Marit has held significant positions such as Projectmanager at the Economic Development Board at Deal Drecht Cities, and has been involved in various organizations including serving as a Young Maritime Board Member at Rotterdam Maritime Capital of Europe, a Dutch Wavemaker at Dutch Wavemakers, and as a Voorzitter at Jong Havenvereniging among other roles.

Her experience spans across different sectors as seen in her roles as a Projectleider at Drecht Cities Young Professionals, Bestuurslid at Jong Havenvereniging, and contributions to organizations like Economie071 and Werkorganisatie Duivenvoorde.

Marit's background also includes facilitating knowledge transfer as a former Studentvoorlichter at Instituut Bestuurskunde Universiteit Leiden. Her extensive academic and professional journey demonstrates a commitment to learning, leadership, and making a positive impact in different realms.