Marco De Jong Email & Phone Number

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

Forth EMS is based in Thailand and providesindustry leading electronics manufacturingservices including high-quality PCBA, softwareinstallation, box-build, new product introduction(NPI) and product testing services, in diversemarkets ranging from industrial to consumerelectronics. Our strong R&D team keeps up withthe technology trend and together with our.

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

ASEANcham-EU is the first dedicated Chamber of Commerce & Industry for ASEAN companies and businesses operating in and trading with Europe. The chamber’s objective is to promote business, trade and economic linkages between ASEAN and EU, whilst supporting ongoing political efforts and engagements between both regions. We do this by helping ASEAN companies.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Smartmeetings.AI is an innovative software platform developed by Ariqt International, optimising your customer care centre operations and improving your customer experience drastically using the latest AI technology.

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

BWS offers a range of blockchain-based AI-powered Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions aimed at enhancing supply chain management. I am responsible for the business development and sales on the European market. The solutions are focused on improving the transparency, efficiency and sustainability of supply chains.

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

As an International Business Developer I have a talent for promptly grasping complex issues, analyzing them, and shaping them into effective market entry strategies with clear steps. My main enthusiasm lies in being innovative, realizing business growth and identify investement opportunities in Asia and Europe. I have a keen interest in Energy Transition.

Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands

Advisor on the Research Project executed by students of Maastricht University. Market Research for Dutch companies in Vietnam and Thailand in 2024. The focus lies on exploring business opportunities for companies with international ambitions in Vietnam and Thailand.

The Hague Area, Netherlands

Establishing and fostering strategic partnerships between Dutch and Thai industries

The Hague Area, Netherlands

• Develops highly innovative pharmacy automation systems using vision and AI technology for a safe,efficient and reliable distribution of medicines
• Identified and assessed opportunities to develop strategic partnerships in APAC region
• Expanded the number of distributors in the APAC region increasing revenue growth
• Managed business development funnel of prospect partners, negotiated successfully contracts and closed new deals to ensure targets
• Set up and managed a team for APAC specific business development projects
• Developed strategy to stay competitive in the market and refined the unique value proposition

The Hague Area, Netherlands

• Global market leader in developing hyper realistic 3D software solutions for international fashion labels saving valuable time, money and resources in their communications, sales and production processes.
• Identified and prioritized new opportunities to develop the European B2B market
• Generated new sales leads follow up assuring a strong pipeline of prospects
• Forecasted sales and budgeting
• Developed value propositions and pricing structures for custom made software
• Negotiated contracts and closed new deals

Gorinchem

• Developed a strong understanding of the unique value proposition as well as the overall pharmacy & wellness industry and the retail market dynamics of APAC region
• Negotiated contracts and closed new deals
• Identified new market opportunities and act pro-actively and timely
• Keeping close contact with distributors, customers and market stakeholders
• Managing foreign distributors on strategy, planning, sales, budgets, investments, product launches and marketing activities
• Working closely together with the operational team

The Hague

• Advised CEOs in driving their business results in Asian markets
• Wrote export strategy plans; defined export destination by analysing local markets and identified local business partners
• Built and maintained network with stakeholders; suppliers, producers, distributors, embassies, branch organisations, foreign government agencies
• Analysed trends and developments of the Asian marketsKey accomplishments: strategic advising and market entry planning, market research & partner identification, stakeholder engagement & networking

Hamburg-Zurich-Vienna-Bangkok

• Migration of HR Payroll SAP from Europe to Global Business Support Center in Bangkok
• Design working processes, optimization, supervise deadlines
• Intercept intercultural miscommunications between European and Thai management team
• Involved with the realisation of KPI’s, FTE’s and team targets

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Assessed applications of Dutch Nationality which gave me analytical and decision-making abilities showcasing my suitability for roles that require careful consideration and evaluation.
• Visa Application processKey accomplishments: analytical and decision-making abilities

Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand

Managed the international marketing department on a daily base including 6 fte’s, presided over the weekly meetings, prepared the monthly financial statements, reporting to the Managing Director * Established an increase of market share within the foreign patient segment * Modernized the hospital’s services and processesKey accomplishments: team management.

New Delhi Area, India

• Managed a team of 5 fte’s of financial and administrative staff
• Identified market opportunities for Dutch companies, strategically networking and gained industry knowledge which led to successful business matches
• Contributed at large to the success of visits of the Royal Family, Ministers of Trade and business delegations to India; identified and set up business meetings with India distributorsKey accomplishments: market entry.

Amstelveen

• Assisted in market positioning of new products on the consumer retail market
• Carried out price negotiations with national Canon distributors in Europe
• Supervised national purchase, supplies and stock control
• Executed acquisition, attended trade fairs and relation managementKey accomplishments: market positioning & product launch, negotiation and vendor management, supply chain and inventory management

Bangkok City, Thailand

• British company active in strategic planning and market research
• Conducted qualitative and quantitative market research for FMCG
• Analysed focus group discussions and mood boardsKey accomplishments: market research expertise, data analysis & consumer insights, research methodology and strategy

Bachelor Of Applied Science (Basc), International Business Administration, International Marketing

International Marketing, Branding, Market Research, Advertising, European Studies, Export, Negotiation Skills

Exchange Program, Thesis: Marketing Research Moccona - Douwe Egberst Coffee Introduction To Thai Market