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Jolanda Holwerda

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Coach, trainer, auteur, key-note speaker www.jolandaholwerda.nl at www.jolandaholwerda.nl
📍 Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Jolanda Holwerda is a leadership coach, trainer, author, and the founder of Lof and Lof Academy, dedicated to empowering women professionally. Holding a Masters degree from the University of Groningen, she helps women develop self-confidence and impact. Colleagues describe her as a bright coach who fosters an open and supportive atmosphere.

Describing herself as a "Journeyleader by heart" and "Writer by nature, " Jolanda is passionate about personal development and travel. Her recent reflections mention completing Camino walks and undertaking a "changemakers journey" to India, showcasing her commitment to transformative experiences and creating impact.

She is a recipient of the Joke Smit Prize, a prestigious award from the Dutch government for significantly improving the position of women in the Netherlands.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Coach, trainer, auteur, key-note speaker www.jolandaholwerda.nl
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Amsterdam Area, Netherlands
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Priorities

Topics Jolanda cares about

Female Empowerment
Her entire career, including founding Lof and Lof Academy, is dedicated to helping women overcome professional obstacles, build confidence, and increase their impact.
Authentic Leadership
This is a core theme of her coaching and the title of her recent book, which focuses on helping women lead from a place of strength and authenticity.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Coach, trainer, auteur, key-note speaker www.jolandaholwerda.nl
www.jolandaholwerda.nl
3-2025
Bestuurslid Kinderuniversiteit Haarlem
Kinderuniversiteit Haarlem
1-2023
Trainer, coach, key note speaker Authentiek Leiderschap voor Vrouwen
Lof
6-2013 - 8-2024
Founder Stichting Lof
Lof
10-2009 - 8-2024
Directeur Lof Academy
Lof
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Education
1984 - 1989
Master's degree
University of Groningen
2013 - 2023
Maskermaker
Phoenix Opleidingen
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