Meet the

Big Idea Retreat Experts 

Janneke Krijgsman

Return to your Essence

Janneke creates powerful spaces in which she invites people to expand and connect to their most authentic selves. She has her own practice in The Hague, where she offers programs based on breathwork, bodywork and coaching.

She is also a mentor and lead-facilitator at Spinoza, for which she has guided over 100 group ceremonies and conscious events. Janneke brings a deep and loving presence as well as her soulful voice and music to each space she opens.

The conscious connected breathwork journey, guided by live music, will guide you into the body, bringing energy and awareness to the places that hold tension and allowing you to release it through breath, sound, and movement.

This journey will expand your heart, create space, and allow you to experience a profound connection with yourself and life.

Note: A deep breathwork journey requires good mental & physical health and should not be done when having high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, epilepsy or when you are pregnant. If you are in doubt please contact us. You do not need any experience with breathwork to join this session. 

Nathalie Mangnus

Build your successful Business Case

Nathalie earned her Master's in Business from Nyenrode University and built an impressive career with big names like Coca-Cola, Sara Lee, and Red Bull. She's the brains behind 'Breaker,' Friesche Vlag's innovative
yogurt-in-a-pouch.

In 2009, she founded NOOSA-Amsterdam, a lifestyle brand that quickly gained fame for its customizable accessories.

After running her business for a decade, she sold it and is now an entrepreneur, mentor, and investor.

Known for her straightforward approach to profitability, Nathalie will share her proven and 'simple' strategies  to build a successful and healthy business case.

Helping you to turn your own ideas into a profitable venture and income.

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Mitchel van Luit

More Clients with Neuroscience-Based Marketing

Mitchel is a behavioral psychologist and digital strategist with a decade of experience in digital marketing and strategy. He holds degrees in Economic & Consumer Psychology from LEI and Work and Organizational Psychology from UvA.

Mitchel combines data and behavioral psychology to help businesses exceed their ambitious goals. With his company AceDigital, he specializes in leveraging neuroscientific insights and data-driven campaigns to optimize marketing efforts, meaning optimizing your budget.

Getting more clients isn't a black box; it's a craft. Mitchel will teach you the rules of the game and the right tools to influence audience behavior effectively. At the previous retreat, everyone in the room was inspired by his intelligent and sincere approach.

Learn his secrets to maximizing your advertising budgets and achieving results to get the right kind of clients to build your revenue and thus income.

Sara Bruinsma

Speak Freely and Rock your Mission

How to speak from the heart and let the whole world know about your beautiful mission?

Sara is a master at helping people craft their stories and present them powerfully. She is smart, honest, creative, and has a big heart. Working with Sara was a blast. I thought I had it all figured out, but wow, did I learn a lot from her. Her coaching was so valuable that I knew instantly it would benefit all my clients.

Sara's workshops covers the essentials you need to know about public speaking: storytelling, interaction, persuasive speaking, personal leadership, non-verbal communication, and more. Fascinated by freedom and how we can make ourselves and each other freer, Sara believes it starts with speaking freely.

Born in a commune and raised by a strong feminist mother and a dreamy father, Sara combines a gentle character with a firm idealistic outlook. She learned to gather arguments and make her point from a young age. She transforms every group she works with into a supportive community, inviting participants to feel the necessity to speak and deliver powerful presentations.

Sara is passionate about helping people present freely and authentically, and she is a sucker for good stories. She falls asleep with boring theories and can't remember figures, but tell her a good story, and she'll be hooked. She has helped many clients find their fitting stories, including as a speaker coach at TEDxAmsterdamWomen.

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Dave Nelissen

Pitch Perfect to Sell your Big Idea

Former captain of the Royal Dutch Marines and alumnus of Nyenrode Business University, Dave is experienced and skilled in strategy, media, sales, and creativity. He founded Mount Scott to stimulate creativity and innovation within organizations, helping management bridge the gap between strategy and day-to-day execution. Besides his role as an interim strategy and creative director, Dave is an expert facilitator for strategic sessions.

Transform your groundbreaking idea into a compelling pitch that resonates, guided by a seasoned strategist with real-world insights. Walk away with five actionable tactics to refine and elevate your pitch, ensuring it's not just heard, but remembered. Learn the art of pitch mastery to become the ultimate ambassador for your big idea, avoiding common pitfalls that could derail its success.

Think you can't sell? What if your Big Idea never takes flight because you're holding back? Recognize this? When it's about your own ideas and your groundbreaking business concept, pitching is more than selling; it is your life story and your unique vision, coming from the heart.

His Pitch Perfect workshop is a game-changer that teaches you to pitch with influence, even if you've shied away from selling and pitching in the past.

Don't keep your Big Idea a secret out of fear or modesty. 
Learn how to craft a message for your Big Idea that doesn't just get heard but stays with people long after you've left the room.

Marre Smit

Tap into the Zeitgeist with Trend Forecasting

Marre Smit will guide you through a trend session at the retreat, ensuring you tap into the zeitgeist to stay ahead or remain relevant in a fast-paced society. As an educated trend forecaster Marre has a star eye for trends and design, a powerful combination that she brings to the table.

Marre's studio is a testament to her expertise, filled with trend books, magazines, colorful prints, artworks, and various paraphernalia. Her creative environment is a reflection of her dynamic personality and her knack for spotting and utilizing trends.

With a background that includes studying at the Rozenbrood Trendacademy and the University of Amsterdam, Marre combines her knowledge in economic and consumer psychology with her practical experience in trend forecasting. She has spent years helping businesses stay ahead of the curve by leveraging the latest trends and developments.

At the previous retreat, participants were in awe by Marre's intelligent and insightful approach to trend forecasting. She believes that understanding trends is not just about inspiration but about applying these insights concretely to your business.

Marre's sessions are designed to help you learn about the current trends and use them to drive your business forward.

Learn from Marre how to make trends work for you, ensuring your business grows and evolves with the times. Her artistic touch and strategic mindset will help you create a brand that stands out and resonates with your audience.

 

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Charo Durán

 

Find Your Voice and Step Into the Light

Charo Durán, a seasoned performer and voice liberator, will guide you through a transformative workshop on voice liberation. When it comes to propagating your vision, being heard is essential. Charo’s workshop is designed to help you release fear, step into the light, and make your story known to the world.

Drawing from her rich background as a performer rooted in both Dutch and Bolivian cultures, Charo has a deep understanding of the power of voice and expression. Her journey of exploring identity and belonging through music and performance has equipped her with unique insights into what it means to be truly heard.

Charo’s expertise lies in helping individuals connect with their authentic voice, empowering them to express their true selves without fear. Her approach is not just about vocal technique; it's about liberating the voice that resides deep within, enabling you to communicate your message with confidence and clarity.

In this workshop, Charo will use her skills in voice and breathwork to help you break through barriers that hold you back from being fully seen and heard. Whether you’re preparing to share your vision with a broader audience or simply seeking to find your voice, Charo’s guidance will ensure you step forward with strength and authenticity.

Join Charo Duran and discover how to make your voice a powerful tool to speak up.

Mireille Duiven

Stand Out with your Artistic Professional Photo

Mireille Duiven will be the creative force behind your professional photo at the retreat. She is not just a photographer; she is a brand builder with an impeccable eye for design. Mireille’s artistic touch ensures that your photo stands out from the online crowd, where attention is the new gold.

With over 25 years of experience in branding and photography, Mireille combines her love for photography, graphic design, and interior styling to create visually stunning and impactful images. She founded Lucky Lois, a branding agency dedicated to helping entrepreneurs showcase their true selves in a bold, unique, and authentic manner.

In addition to her work with Lucky Lois, Mireille is a freelance lecturer in communication styling at Academie Artemis in Amsterdam, where she teaches graphic design, typography, and creative marketing.

Mireille's kind and warm personality, coupled with her talent for capturing the essence of her subjects, makes her beloved by everyone who works with her. She has a knack for making people feel comfortable and confident, resulting in photos that truly reflect their best selves.

Known for her playful and artistic style, Mireille’s work consistently exceeds expectations. Her approach is both sincere and innovative, ensuring that your professional photo will not only capture attention but also convey your brand's unique story.

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