Jaap Slothouwer

Executive Director for the Americas

Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency

Washington, DC, United States

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The Netherlands is committed to finding and developing sustainable, innovative and digital solutions to global challenges. We welcome foreign companies who contribute to this goal and who are looking to build smart, sustainable solutions for a future we all can enjoy. Our free services provide you with all the information needed to understand how the Netherlands can connect your business to Europe and the world. We provide: Current, customized information on the Netherlands, relevant business locations, Dutch legislation and tax regulations, labor law, permit procedures, governmental incentives and much more through in-person or digital meetings., Practical solutions that simplify and optimize establishment in the Netherlands., Personalized support by NFIA specialists in the agrifood, chemical industry, IT & Tech, high tech systems, life sciences & health, energy and other sectors.
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About me

Jaap Slothouwer is the Executive Director of the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) for the Americas, based in Washington, D.C. He leads all efforts in supporting and advising North and South American companies in all phases of establishing, rolling out and/or expanding their international operations in the Netherlands.

Companies like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, Honeywell, and Boeing are leveraging the Netherlands' central European location to benefit from a robust R&D landscape, tap into a highly skilled workforce, and navigate a stable and predictable regulatory environment, making it a strategic choice for U.S. defense industry companies looking to grow their global presence.

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