Finding business partners in the Netherlands
If you want to do business in or with the Netherlands, it is important that you build a network. Finding business partners in the Netherlands can be quite a challenge, especially if you are a foreign entrepreneur. Here is a list of organisations that can help you broaden your business network in the Netherlands.
What are my options?
You can approach the following organisations:
The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)
The Enterprise Europe Network offers a database to entrepreneurs looking for business partners in Europe. The database consist of potential partners for technological development, R&D, distributors, agents and more. Here you can find a list of potential business partners in the Netherlands.
The Association of Dutch Commercial Agents and Importers (VNHI)
The VNHI connects entrepreneurs with agents or importers for several business sectors in the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Belgium. Fill in your business details for a specified list of agents and importers. The VNHI also organises various business and networking events throughout the year.
The Netherlands Chamber of Commerce KVK
The Netherlands Chamber of Commerce KVK organises workshops and networking events and provides advice and support to businesses. Keep an eye on the website for upcoming events that might be interesting for you.
The Netherlands Enterprise Agency
The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) supports you in building national and international partnerships and networks. Visit their website for more information.
Regional Development Agencies (ROMs)
Regionale Ontwikkelings Maatschappijen, or Regional Development Agencies, help businesses that decide to settle in a certain region in the Netherlands in various ways. For example, they can help you find business partners for your innovation.