PUTITON 1st Early Birds Networking Event

PUTITON …Are You On?

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend the first networking event of PUTITON at the beautifully nostalgic Suitehotel Pincoffs, a boutique hotel by the Rotterdam harbor.

A special edition in which entrepreneurs, professionals, and initiators from various disciplines came together. From real estate, branding, and coaching to speakers, authors, artists, and social initiatives. What stood out to me was the openness, curiosity, and genuine interest in each other.

Michael R. Maljers spoke during an interview about the journey of PUTITON; a platform that has been connecting people, knowledge, opportunities, and expertise for five years now. The important role of Nancy Maljers was also mentioned. Because behind many great initiatives are people who build together towards a vision and thus also a strong life partner. ✨

For me, the conversations with Nancy Maljers, Lidija Poth, Sandra Lagace, Cor de Graag, Chris Koa, and many others were particularly valuable. And if you recognize yourself but I forget you now, do connect. We talked about the diversity of entrepreneurship, vulnerability, intuition, the future and personal development, female leadership, awareness, and the sometimes surprising ways in which people meet each other. It was beautiful to experience that recognition.

There were also beautiful conversations about, among other things, my work as an entrepreneur & female artist and about Turn Stories Into Art That Touches: my way of translating stories, memories, and meaningful moments into art that resonates. And that at the different moments of capturing special moments that are dear to us in our lives. And those are just a few of my favorite things!

Enjoying a drink and delicious snacks created an atmosphere where meeting seemed more important than selling. And perhaps that is precisely the strength. It was also the topic in which we find physical meetings very important to continue feeling connected.

In a time where many networks revolve around quick pitches and business cards, this gathering felt like a place for real connection, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. I put my flyer in the goodie bag and it made me very proud to do so.

Thanks to Michel, Nancy, PUTITON partners, and all attendees for this very inspiring first edition.

When the slogan was announced: 'Are you On?' I knew the answer immediately:

Yes, we are.

Well... I'm always on anyway. 😉

Ismene