We are thrilled to highlight Mary Williams, EHN's absolute rockstar of an Operations Officer. More than her title, she is the glue that binds us together, the wind beneath our wings, and the sun that never stops shining. Get to know why we think so highly of her in this month's spotlight! Operations Officer Two and a half years I kind of call myself a Jane of all trades! I work on the operations, I do the finance, and I also get to organise all the fun things (like events and celebrations etc!). I love how varied my role is, it means no two days are the same! My mom is American and my dad is Welsh, so I’ve got a UK and a USA passport. I was born in Brussels and I lived in Paris for a while, then I moved back to Brussels. After that I went to study in the UK where I ended up staying for 6 years! I moved here just over two and half years ago! My partner and I moved here because we wanted a change of scenery, and then luckily he was offered a job in Amsterdam! We weren’t sure where we wanted to move to at first, but this made the decision for us! I speak English and French. I speak a bit of Dutch (enough to get me by), and I’m also currently learning sign language. How varied my role is, and how many people from different cultures I get to meet! Also I love the team - everyone is fantastic. Be open to and don’t resist change! Welcoming Friendly Genuine The international culture in the office. I loved that everyone was from different backgrounds, which makes us all like minded people! Before EHN I used to work with people with learning disabilities! It was SO much fun! I was in charge of running day activity groups, and I absolutely loved it. Cycle culture! It’s so liberating! At the moment it’s De Pijp, because that’s where I currently live! There’s so much to do and see right on your doorstep, and it’s super centrally located as well. Eclectic and cosy! I love interesting patterns and colours and mixing them with scandinavian feeling furniture. I’m always torn between “gezellig” (because I love to be cosy), and “winkelwagen”! It just means “shopping trolley”, but it makes me giggle nonetheless! Somewhere where you can be comfortable to unapologetically be yourself. Curious to know more? Our door's always open. Mary and the rental team are always available for a chat or (virtual) coffee. Get in touch here!What’s your job title?
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