ICCA's Progressive Transformation
An independent, strategic organisational review highlighted ICCA’s strengths of shared values and trust. However, to reach the next generation of ICCA leaders and be responsive and flexible to change, the report identified a need for restructure to safeguard ICCA’s future and make it a stronger, agile and adaptable organisation for its members.
The need for synergy, customised member services and innovativeness was a vital outcome of the review and prompted a broader review of ICCA’s divisional structure. As a result, a series of crucial recruitment activities commenced. After an extensive executive search conducted by an external firm, which focused on securing expert talent from the meetings industry and association community, we are delighted to announce the following appointments.
Heleen Dijkstra has joined ICCA as their Junior Financial Controller, reporting to ICCA’s Chief Finance Officer, Cindy Karijodikromo Heleen, to optimise financial processes and create comprehensive financial business plans and reports. Heleen has a Bachelor degree in International Hospitality Management and over 10 years’ experience in Accounting and Controlling. With an extensive career in the hospitality industry, including Marriott, Park Plaza Hotels, and the Anthony Hotel Utrecht, she was responsible for its overall financial settlement and four other legal entities.
In addition, at the start of 2020, ICCA welcomed three new team members to strengthen the administrative team at ICCA’s Amsterdam office. Cindy, Natasza and Dave has over 20 years of experience in their respective fields and been working in the corporate and non -profit sectors in Europe and the United States:
These appointments come at a crucial time both for ICCA and the association meetings industry. As we all continue to navigate the COVID era and set our sights on our industry’s rebuild, ICCA will be at the forefront providing members with global insights with a regional focus to build lasting legacy impacts for association meetings.