Behind the scenes at Royal Jaarbeurs: the sustainable venue for healthcare events in the Netherlands

Royal Jaarbeurs, in the historical city of Utrecht is dedicated to creating unforgettable events in all shapes and sizes. Located walking distance of Utrecht Central Station, just 30 minutes from Schiphol Airport, Jaarbeurs offers cutting-edge conference facilities and meeting spaces for events ranging from 15 to 1500 attendees, along with 10 exhibition halls ideal for large-scale exhibitions and shows.

Corry Neggers serves as account manager for events at Royal Jaarbeurs' conference centers. “My role is incredibly varied. I provide guidance to our clients on how best to accomplish their objectives and serve as their strategic partner and event manager in the period leading up to the event.”

As a certified Healthcare Champion, Corry’s specialization lies within the Health & Life Sciences sector. "At Royal Jaarbeurs, we understand the unique requirements of hosting healthcare events. Our venue is tailored for medical conferences, health fairs, or trainings, with the Green Healthcare certification proving our compliance."

Supporting the Healthcare Industry

Healthcare is a pivotal sector in the Netherlands, Corry explains. “Royal Jaarbeurs is deeply committed to the healthcare sector and aims to make a substantial impact on the industry's growth, with the overarching goal of positioning the city of Utrecht as the healthcare hub of the Netherlands. That’s why we founded the Dutch Health Hub, a thriving online community for healthcare professionals boasting approximately 40,000 members.”

"In addition, we curate various events within the healthcare domain ourselves, with the pinnacle being the yearly Dutch Health Week. Throughout this week, the entire city of Utrecht is immersed in activities centered around health, well-being, and care. Hospitals, museums, and sports clubs across the city host a myriad of activities for residents and healthcare professionals alike."

Broad Expertise

Corry has a deep understanding of healthcare intricacies and knows they many ins and outs. "This is what makes my role so fulfilling. I enjoy engaging with clients and staying informed on market trends. Our collaboration surpasses venue bookings... I genuinely value working closely with clients to enhance their events. We collaborate with various healthcare entities and leverage our Dutch Health Hub network, to promote the events to recruiting participants and securing speakers. This way, Royal Jaarbeurs can really add value for our clients, beyond simply offering the venue. "