1. CURRICULUM VITAE
Last name : Kuitenbrouwer - Van der Linden
First names : Yvonne Cecilia
Date of birth : 31 March 1966
Place of birth : Rotterdam
Street address : Tuindorpweg 37, 1862 VG Bergen
Phone number : +31(0)6 54710509
Email : yvonne@evenementenprojecten.nl
Website : www.evenementenprojecten.nl
EDUCATION
2013 – 2014 Wijnacademie, Vinologenopleiding (Wine Academy, oenologist programme)
2013 SVEN 3
From 1993 Various trainings in Sales & Marketing at divers institutions, NIMA-A, ISBW
Leiden
1988-1989 Higher professional education (HBO): Hogeschool voor Economie en
Management (International Business)
1984-1988 Upper Secondary Vocational Education (MBO): Hotel and Event Management
Wageningen
1979-1984 Senior General Secondary Education (HAVO)
COMPETENCIES
Entrepreneurship: I am loyal to the client/employer without losing my professional
independency. I actively look for opportunities, instead of waiting passively.
Management: Aided by my professionalism and experience, I achieve goals through good
preparation. I improvise creatively, and if the situation necessitates it, I go in
search of support and work with others.
Performance: My actions are focussed on achieving a predefined goal. That applies to both
individual goals and a joint objective, for which I am able to enthuse and
motivate others as well as be very convincing. I transform plans or assignments
into concrete actions and take responsibility for the final result, or my part
therein.
Collaboration: I can work well independently and in a leadership position but am also a real
team player. With a well-developed empathetic ability, I am able to contribute
to a pleasant work environment. I like to create a framework that will motivate
others to attain the best results. I am a true networker and know how to bring
people together.
Analysing In a dynamic organization, it is important to quickly ascertain, analyse and
evaluate information and signals from divers ‘layers’ of the organization. This
also applies to signals coming from third parties. I am capable of putting this
information into context, figuring out how it relates, determining possible
solutions and implementing them.
Communication: I am pragmatic and decisive by nature. My communication style is direct and
my actions are taken with resolve. I stay calm and collected in a crisis
situation. Difficult situations stimulate me to be the best I can be, and I
stimulate my team to do the same. I counter opposition with understanding
and empathy, but they do not make me waiver and do not get in the way of
achieving goals.

2. EXPERIENCE
Sept. 2006 - present Independent Entrepreneur, YL Evenementenprojecten (event projects),
Description activities:
Interim-management, sales and event marketing, concept development, consultancy,
preparation and execution of event projects. Application of the expertise and
experience of an event and MICE-professional in heart and soul in the marketing or
event departments of companies, at event agencies or for other projects that require a
high level of event, MICE or hospitality expertise on a temporary basis. A specialist
who offers a flexible approach, obtains results and adds value to a company. Quickly
available for projects, on an interim basis or charged on an hourly basis.
I work on a project basis. That usually means that I work for an agreed upon period in
or for an organization. I am responsible for one or more projects, dossiers or
portfolios and advise managers, project managers or departments. I also coach junior
employees and enjoy sharing my expertise with others through teaching.
In the last seven years, I have worked for many different clients and have been given
the opportunity to be involved in many wonderful projects and assignments. My
relationships are long-standing. I will gladly bring you into contact with former clients
to provide you with references.
An impression of the organizations for which I work and have worked (you can find more information about
my projects on my website):
Eventbureau.nl; Project management opening tunnel (with the Royal House in
attendance)
Philharmonie Haarlem; maternity leave substitute Head Sales & Events
MBO Amersfoort; freelance docent Business Events
Event Office PPeople;
Project management various events; concept development and supervision full
incentive programmes.
LOI Klassikaal; docent Event Management
Van der Linde Catering + Evenementen; Support Sales Department, restructuring sales
at permanent locations
KunstEijssen; advise in the use of locations as event venue.
Dechesne & Boertje Event Marketing; project management various projects.
Euro College Management School in Rotterdam and LOI; docent Event Management.
Oseven; organize sales specific venue, provide consultancy for restructuring sales
department.
Project Management Maasvlakte 2 / Port Authority of Rotterdam; project management
event naming new ports / start construction Maasvlakte 2.
Bouwbedrijf Maarssen; project management incentive.
Het Communicatieteam; concept and execution kick-off new care concept for a home-
care organization.

3. July 2005–July 2006 Manager Congresses & Meetings, ATP, The Advanced Travel Partner
Tasks/responsibilities:
Manage and coach nine project coordinators / project managers so that the
revenue and margin objectives are realized, the desired levels of customer and
employee satisfaction are attained and planned improvements and renewal are
introduced. Produce annual business plan (revenue, commercial activities,
improvement projects, budget). The creative, logistical and operational
collaboration with and consultancy for clients. Head projects and manage project
managers, coordinators and employees on location. Maintain customer contacts.
Solicitation activities to gain new business. Signal new trends pertaining to the field
of events.
Reporting to the Operations Manager.
July 2004–July 2005 Partner in Sales & Marketing, EventView
Tasks/responsibilities:
Consistent with the vision that events support the business goals, consultancy and
training of event agencies, venues and caterers in respect to proactive sales and
marketing. Follow up on different forms of response mediums to generate leads for
clients. In collaboration with the client, go in search of new niches in the market and
initiate actions focused on them. Prepare a marketing plan for clients and execute
them.
Reporting to the director/owner.
Aug. 2003–July 2004 Head Project Management, Arjan van Dijk Groep
Tasks/responsibilities:
With a commercial attitude and a feel for the operational possibilities, coach and
manage 18 project employees, focussing on individual core qualities. Proactive
process control of the quote process: coordination and monitoring. Involved in the
creative process preceding the quote process.
Reporting to the Sales Manager.
July 2001–July 2003 Sales & Marketing Manager, Event Venue Hart van Holland
Tasks/responsibilities:
Determining and responsible for commercial policy/target, making of Sales &
Marketing Plan. Manage and coach four Account Managers and a Sales Assistant.
Conducting sales meetings. Maintain relations with various suppliers. Member of
the management team, which was also comprised of the General Manager, Head
of Administration, Operations Manager and Facilities Manager.
Reporting to the General Manager.
Jan ‘99- July 2001 Account Manager, Event Venue Hart van Holland
Tasks/responsibilities:
Go in search of leads in the market and generate new business. Follow-up and
manage new requests, issued quotes and booked events. Evaluate events. Maintain
contacts and strengthen relations with client. Inspection of and ultimately
responsible for the project administration directly related to the relevant
accounts/events. Responsible for the transfer of information to the Planning
Department.
Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager.

4.
April ‘97-Dec ’98 Sales Consultant, Martinair Party Service B.V
Tasks/responsibilities:
Responsible for sale of catering product. Issue quotes and confirmations. Project leader
of a team of 4 persons for a project in the greater Utrecht area.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Affairs.
Aug. ‘95-March ’97 Business Unit Manager Events, De Efteling B.V.
Tasks/responsibilities:
Manage a department of four Account Managers and an Office Manager. Coordinate
the tasks, planning and budget management. Prepare policy plan Business Unit Events.
Solicitation activities for events, carrying out sales and aftersales. Responsible for and
management of administration and invoicing. Developing new themed parties and other
events.
Reporting to Director of Operations.
Sept. ‘93-July ’95 Account Manager Events, De Efteling B.V.
May ‘92-Aug. ’93 Party Manager, De Efteling B.V.
1990-1992 Management Assistant, Postiljon Hotel Almelo
1989-1990 Seasonal Flight Attendant, Martinair Holland.
Various internships, vacation jobs, part-time
jobs in hotels and restaurants during hotel school.
Languages:
Dutch and English good speaking and written proficiency. German and French fair speaking and written
proficiency.