Our Buddies
Meet our amazing buddies who are willing to help you in your settling in journey 💪

Amrita Das
18 years in Netherlands
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I moved from Dubai to the Netherlands in 2006 and have made Amsterdam my home, except for a brief stay in Singapore. Our son was born here in 2007, and I've enjoyed studying and working in the Netherlands. I'm happy to guide you through the local educational opportunities.

Christian Heverkamp
30+ years in Netherlands
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Born and raised in the Netherlands and now living in Germany, I have firsthand experience with adjusting to a new country. With a deep understanding of Dutch culture and the local work environment, I’m here to help newcomers feel at home in the Netherlands and navigate their new life smoothly.

Harpreet Singh
8 years in Netherlands
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2016, I moved to the Netherlands after living in a few other European countries. Since then, I've built a life here—I've gotten married, bought a house, and settled into this new chapter of my life.

Hyesung Lim
8 years in Netherlands
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I moved from South Korea to France in 2015 and then to the Netherlands in 2016. After earning an MBA, I've worked as a product leader in tech since 2018, with 13 years of multinational experience. I'm here to help you navigate the tech job market and integrate into Dutch society.

Jizelle Bautista-Deepak
13 years in Netherlands
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I moved to Amsterdam with my then-boyfriend in 2011 for a year or two of adventure. Thirteen years and two kids later, we are still living an amazing adventure. I work in Marketing and Advertising, and I can share with you my experiences of navigating motherhood while growing your career in the Netherlands.

Karan Deepak
13 years in Netherlands
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I moved to the Netherlands from Canada in 2011 for work, experiencing life-changing moments like the birth of my two children in Amsterdam. Having lived in Canada, India, and the UAE, I understand expats' challenges and can guide you on schooling, work culture, and adapting to Dutch life.

Maria Hervas Trapero
8 years in Netherlands
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I moved to the Netherlands in 2015 for an internship and decided to stay after graduating. Having lived in various cities in the Netherlands and Belgium, I understand the challenges expats face. I'm happy to offer guidance on navigating Dutch work culture and easing the transition for newcomers.

Neha Gupta
11 years in Netherlands
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I got married and moved to the Netherlands 11 years ago. I have a 9-year-old daughter, so I know the difficulty of choosing the school (especially Dutch vs. International) and understand the education system here. I am happy to help with all your queries.

Nikhil Gupta
13 years in Netherlands
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I moved to the Netherlands in 2011 for a job and live with my wife and 9-year-old daughter. Having previously lived in Germany, I understand the challenges of settling in a new place with family. I'm happy to assist other expats with their queries and share my experiences.

Pragam Rathore
8 years in Netherlands
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I moved to the Netherlands from India with my wife in 2016 for work, and in 2018, we welcomed our son in Amsterdam. Having also lived in South Korea, I understand the challenges Expats face and can offer guidance on schooling, work culture, and adapting to the Dutch lifestyle

Ranjita Chakraborty
12 years in Netherlands
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Having lived in Mumbai and worked with Dutch clientele for over 18 years, I understand the Dutch job market and the challenges of social integration. As a parent, I relate to newcomers' experiences. I'm here to help you navigate settling into this country. Reach out anytime!

Raza P
2.5 years in Netherlands
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I moved to the Netherlands with my wife from California as part of a job transfer. We navigated finding an apartment to rent, having our first baby, and then buying our first home. Cross-country taxes can take some time to understand alongside understanding ways of working with agents.
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