Our organisation
Oost NL is a dynamic organisation with over 180 driven colleagues. Together, we work every day to strengthen the regional economy in Gelderland and Overijssel. With our expertise and commitment, we connect entrepreneurs, knowledge institutions, and governments to create societal and economic impact together.
Our shareholders
Oost NL operates on behalf of and in collaboration with its shareholders. They form the foundation of our organisation:
- Province of Overijssel: 14,0%
- Province of Gelderland: 31,6%
- Ministry of Economic Affairs: 52,9%
- University of Twente: 1,5%
About us
Our management team
Oost NL’s management team provides strategic direction and leads the daily operations of the organisation. The team consists of:
Wendy de Jong – Managing director
Fons de Zeeuw – Director International
Freek Welling – Director Capital
Liane van der Veen – Director Business Development
Wieteke Numan – Director Finance, Risk & Operations
Our management team
Oost NL’s management team provides strategic direction and leads the daily operations of the organisation. The team consists of:
Wendy de Jong – Managing director
Fons de Zeeuw – Director International
Freek Welling – Director Capital
Liane van der Veen – Director Business Development
Wieteke Numan – Director Finance, Risk & Operations
From top left to bottom right: Wendy de Jong, Freek Welling, Liane van der Veen, Wieteke Numan, Fons de Zeeuw
Supervisory board
The supervisory board oversees Oost NL’s activities and ensures a strong balance between strategy and execution. Its members bring together diverse backgrounds and expertise to support the organisation in the best possible way.
How we ensure good governance: corporate governance
At Oost NL, transparency and integrity come first. We follow the principles of good corporate governance and apply them in our daily work. In doing so, we build trust with our partners, clients, and colleagues.
How we ensure good governance: corporate governance
At Oost NL, transparency and integrity come first. We follow the principles of good corporate governance and apply them in our daily work. In doing so, we build trust with our partners, clients, and colleagues.
Our guidelines and codes of conduct
Corporate governance code
Although the Dutch Corporate Governance Code is intended for publicly listed companies, Oost NL applies the relevant principles and best practices. Our accountability document (Dutch) outlines how we implement the Code.
Code of conduct on integrity
Acting with integrity is part of who we are. Our internal code of conduct clearly defines what integrity means to us and what we expect from our employees. It also offers external partners clarity on how we work.
Supervisory board regulations
The supervisory board supports our mission and objectives with a strong focus on transparency and reliability. The principles of the Corporate Governance Code are reflected in the supervisory board’s regulations (Dutch), which include:
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Audit and risk committee regulations
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Selection, appointment and remuneration committee regulations
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Supervisory board profile
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Appointment procedure
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Rotation schedule
Investment guidelines
NVP code of conduct
For equity investments, we follow the code of conduct of the Dutch Association for Private Equity and Venture Capital (NVP). This code outlines our commitment to:
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Acting with social responsibility
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Maintaining a long-term investment horizon
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Communicating openly and respectfully
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Safeguarding confidentiality
ROM Code
When Oost NL nominates a supervisory board member at a company we invest in, we apply the ROM Code. This code outlines the specific role and responsibilities of board members involved in investments made with public funds.
ROM Code
When Oost NL nominates a supervisory board member at a company we invest in, we apply the ROM Code. This code outlines the specific role and responsibilities of board members involved in investments made with public funds.
Complaints procedure
At Oost NL, we aim to ensure your satisfaction with our services. We value strong relationships with our clients and stakeholders, and continuously work to improve the quality of what we offer.
However, things may occasionally turn out differently than expected. If you are a client or partner of Oost NL and are not satisfied with our service, you are welcome to submit a complaint.
How to submit a complaint?
You can submit your complaint via bestuurssecretariaat-oostnl@oostnl.nl. We believe it’s important to handle your complaint as promptly and properly as possible. To help us do so, please describe your complaint as clearly and specifically as you can - indicating which aspects of our service you believe should have been handled differently, and how.
What happens after you submit a complaint?
Once we receive your complaint, we will send you a confirmation by email outlining how your complaint will be handled and when you can expect a substantive response.
All complaints and their resolution are registered and stored for a period of three years.
Want to know more? Get in touch!
Would you like more information about our organisation, our corporate governance policies, or any of our codes of conduct? View the documents via the links above or contact us directly - we’re here to support you.
Want to know more? Get in touch!
Would you like more information about our organisation, our corporate governance policies, or any of our codes of conduct? View the documents via the links above or contact us directly - we’re here to support you.
