Founders carbon network

GERMANY

fCN members are all 'pearls of entrepreneurs' from the Dutch and global economy.

Personal connection and genuine attention form the basis for business success. We see this daily at Founders Carbon Network (fCN). We know the members of our network and inquire about their wishes and ambitions. Based on that, we connect them with each other, during our events and online. As a member of fCN, you are part of a close-knit business network with a high mutual trust factor, which gives you access to leaders of top companies in the Netherlands and beyond.

Founders Carbon Network

Hans NJ Matthijsse, born in the Netherlands, worked for Royal Dutch Airlines and the Dutch Ministry of Defense after completing his studies at the Hotel University in Maastricht. Today, he boasts over 30 years of experience in a variety of global business fields. Milestones in his diverse career include positions such as Managing Director of Center Parcs Germany, Managing Director of CentrO Oberhausen, COO of Köllmann AG, CEO of Nordsee GmbH, and CEO of Lieken AG. His main focuses are in the consumer goods industry, retail, food industry, and leisure & hospitality.

His experience encompasses general management, sales, and marketing in corporate environments, medium-sized private and publicly traded companies, startups, and private equity. He is a member of various advisory boards and advises companies, startups, and private equity firms in diverse projects, sometimes as a long-term consultant.

Trade Missions

fCN Trade Mission Berlin 2017

During our journey, we embraced numerous opportunities for group matchmaking. The luxurious train ride not only facilitated pitches and conversations but also nurtured camaraderie over lunch. Upon arriving at Hotel Zoo, a delightful cocktail hour, generously hosted by our loyal sponsor Pernod Ricard, created a perfect setting for relaxation. Collaborating with Deutsche Bank at Kunsthalle Berlin, our seminar featured captivating speakers. At Ephraim Palais, a unique lunch unfolded. Ambassadors organized a tailored matchmaking session, followed by an evening business dinner at the renowned Grill Royal. This culminated in a grand Trabant City Tour in Berlin, concluding with a memorable lunch. In essence, our Trade Mission was a magnificent exploration of business and cultural ties in the host country!