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Renée Rotmans

Program Manager Social Innovation Port of Rotterdam

Renée has dedicated over more than seven years of her career to the port of Rotterdam, a hub of international trade and commerce. She is deeply passionate about social innovation, recognizing its core focus on people and their diverse talents and skills. For Renée, social innovation extends beyond the confines of traditional boundaries, encompassing the labor market, education sector, and the interconnectedness of various aspects of society.

Renée firmly believes that people are the cornerstone of this endeavor, viewing them as unique assets to be nurtured and empowered. Renée and her team are committed to preparing employees, employers, students, and the unemployed for present and future opportunities within the dynamic landscape of the Rotterdam port region.

In pursuit of their vision, Renée and her team have set ambitious goals:

  • Cultivating resilient employees who align with the evolving needs of customers.
  • Creating future-proof educational pathways for both current and prospective talents.
  • Ensuring that individuals from all strata of society have access to opportunities within the Rotterdam port region.
  • Retaining and harnessing talent within the Rotterdam port region, thus contributing to its sustained growth and prosperity.


NextWave Education Day Sessions

Thursday 18 June 10:15 - 10:35 NextWave Education Day

Add to calendar 06/18/2026 10:15 06/18/2026 10:35 NextWave Education Day Europe/London

Meet the next wave of talent shaping Europe’s project cargo industry. In this candid discussion, young professionals from leading logistics organisations share how they broke into the sector, built technical confidence and turned early opportunities into meaningful career progression. Expect honest reflections, practical lessons and clear advice on how to stand out and build momentum in one of the world’s most dynamic supply chain sectors.

Thursday 18 June 10:35 - 11:15 NextWave Education Day

Add to calendar 06/18/2026 10:35 06/18/2026 11:15

Meet the next wave of talent shaping Europe’s project cargo industry. In this candid discussion, young professionals from leading logistics organisations share how they broke into the sector, built technical confidence and turned early opportunities into meaningful career progression. Expect honest reflections, practical lessons and clear advice on how to stand out and build momentum in one of the world’s most dynamic supply chain sectors.

NextWave Education Day Europe/London