ABOUT BIOPARTNER
BioPartner’s mission is to facilitate the development and growth of startups and scaleups at Leiden Bio Science Park. Young Life Sciences organizations need a flexible and supporting environment to allow them to grow into successful companies. As a non-profit foundation, BioPartner creates this environment by offering affordable housing, facilities, mentoring, advice, network, and services, allowing startups and scaleups to focus on their core business.
Partners
History
BioPartner’s history goes back to 1984, when its predecessor Academisch Bedrijven Centrum started in a construction shack, helping academic startups setting up business. Academisch Bedrijven Centrum was founded with the combined support of the Dutch ministry of Economic Affairs, the municipality of Leiden, Leiden University and LUMC. In 2002, the same parties were involved in establishing the Life Sciences Incubator Leiden. In 2007, both foundations merged into BioPartner.
Since 1984, Leiden Bio Science Park has grown into one of Europe’s most complete life sciences ecosystems. Today, it is the largest life sciences hub in the Netherlands and ranks among the top in Europe. What sets it apart is the full value chain, from fundamental research and clinical development to large-scale production, all located within walking distance. With over 500 organisations and institutions collaborating on a daily basis, the park fosters innovation through shared knowledge, strategic partnerships, and community events like the monthly Life Sciences Café.
MEET THE TEAM
DIRECTOR
Thijs
DIRECTOR
Thijs is the man at the helm of BioPartner. He monitors the financial health of the foundation and is the first point of contact for new tenants and tenants with housing questions. Apart from setting the strategic course, he ensures a pleasant environment for the staff and our tenants.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Rebekah
AJUNCT DIRECTOR
Rebekah works closely with Thijs, focusing on strategy, relationship management, communication and events. She aspires to make valuable connections between companies at BioPartner, and with relevant stakeholders.
FACILITY MANAGER
Martien
FACILITY MANAGER
Martien has been working as facilities manager at BioPartner since 2006 and is responsible for managing the buildings, coordinating operational matters and managing and motivating the colleagues in the facilities department, who ensure that the organization from logistics to (technical) support runs smoothly every day.
CATERING MANAGER
Edwin
CATERING MANAGER
As an experienced catering entrepreneur, Edwin makes sure that everything related to catering runs smoothly. Do you want to spice up your meeting or event which delicious food or drinks? Or do you fancy a lunch? Contact Edwin, who can usually be found in de Keet.
EXECUTIVE IN RESIDENCE
Barbara
EXECUTIVE IN RESIDENCE
Barbara uses her experience, knowledge and network to coach and support starting entrepreneurs. Her out-of-the-box way of thinking often leads to creative ideas and solutions.
FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION & HR
Sharon
FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION & HR
Sharon is the financial controller. She makes sure that all invoices are paid and sent on time. She also creates a pleasant atmosphere and organises fantastic company outings.
PROJECT LEAD COMMUNICATION & EVENTS
Christina
PROJECT LEAD COMMUNICATION & EVENTS
Christina is responsible for organizing network events. She also manages communication and the artistic look and feel of BioPartner and de Keet. Her tasks include designing marketing materials, creating content for social media and narrowcast, and ensuring the website remains up to date.
COMMUNITY MANAGER
Melina
COMMUNITY MANAGER
Melina spends her time organising events, building connections, and managing the BioPartner Community platform. She’d love to hear about your research, your aspirations, and your needs in the BioPartner environment.
EVENT & CATERING SUPPORT
Nicole
EVENT & CATERING SUPPORT
Nicole is the link between events and catering. 2 days a week she supports the organization of events, where she can let her creative side loose in the decoration and entertainment and makes sure nothing can go wrong logistically. 1 day a week she also provides support to the catering team, where she helps think up and prepare the menu.
IT & FACILITY ASSISTANT
Maurice
IT & FACILITY ASSISTANT
Maurice takes care of connection. If you want to be and remain accessible, Maurice is the right person for you. He makes sure you have the right telephone and internet connection. Maurice is also happy to assist you with small technical maintenance.
GOODS RECEIPT & FACILITY ASSISTANT
Majid
GOODS RECEIPT & FACILITY ASSISTANT
Majid knows exactly what to do. His pedometer is working overtime because he makes sure that all the packages get to the right place, and that all waste flows are processed in the right way.
FACILITY ASSISTANT
Mohamed
DEPUTY FACILITY ASSISTANT
Mohamed is available for all kinds of facility issues. Besides supervising the renovation of your office or lab, he is the contact person for cleaning. Mohamed also manages the flexlab.
PROJECTS
Hans
PROJECTS
Hans uses his organizational and board experience to run the OVBSP. He organises contacts with the companies at Leiden Bio Science Park and transforms ideas into concrete actions. From conceptual to practical solutions, Hans is an all-rounder.
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Florien
CATERING EMPLOYEE
With passion, Florien prepares several delicious daily homemade lunches for you. Dietary requirements? No problem at all! She loves trying new recipes.
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Raymond
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Raymond is the creative mind in the kitchen of de Keet. Together with Florien, he regularly creates new recipes. Raymond is also full of ideas for customised catering and enjoys putting something original on the table.
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Miquel
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Miquel is one of our forces of de Keet. He is a great cook who, together with the team of de Keet makes sure every tenants wish is fulfilled. Miquel can also be found at BioPartner 1 for two days of the week.
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Carola
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Always cheerful Carola supports her colleagues in the kitchen. She can also be found in BioPartner 1 several days a week, serving a delicious lunch.
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Björn
CATERING EMPLOYEE
Björn is the youngest employee of de Keet. You will see him at almost every event serving a nice cold beer with a bright smile. If he’s not serving beers, he can be found at BioPartner 1, serving a delicious lunch to our tenants.
Myrthe
FLEX COLLEAGUE
Myrthe is the permanent substitute at the service desk, but we can always count on her for administrative tasks or support in de Keet as well.
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
Silvia
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
You can find Silvia at the service desk of BioPartner 1. Here she is responsible for the buildings’ key plan. She also supports her colleagues with administrative tasks and regularly helps selling lunch. Silvia is always the right person for a pleasant chat.
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
Erna
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
Erna can be found at the service desk of BioPartner 1 and 5. In addition to the usual reception duties, she is responsible for issuing access passes. Erna also collects, for example, empty batteries, ink cartridges or plastic caps for charity.
FACILITY SUPPORT & OVBSP SECRETARY
Kim
FACILITY SUPPORT & OVBSP SECRETARY
Kim is the secretary of the OVBSP; the park’s entrepreneurial organization. In addition she supports BioPartner’s facility department in planning and administration.
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
Eveline
SERVICEDESK EMPLOYEE
Eveline can be found at the service desk of BioPartner 5 on Tuesdays. You can contact her for all your questions regarding a reservation or key issue and more…
GREENERY EMPLOYEE
Koos
GREENERY EMPLOYEE
Koos takes care of the growth and flourishing of the plants within BioPartner. He is responsible for the finishing touches in terms of furnishing and planting in every area of BioPartner. He also takes care of our herb garden where he picks fresh herbs for our colleagues of the Keet.