About Karlijn Jacobs: 

From child therapist in The Netherlands to Director and CEO during her time in Shanghai, Karlijn has an impressive skillset. But when moving back to her home country with a young child and a second one on the way, she quickly realised the honeymoon fase was over..... so enjoy her story and use it as inspiration! 

Cut back to several years and she is the founder and driving force behind Expat Valley: they believe that international migration should be an enriching experience that allows children to thrive. We are building the ecosystem that welcomes everyone pursuing happiness for children on the move. Expat Valley's ecosystem aims to advise, teach and offer creative solutions to organizations aiming to be a child-friendly brand for international children.

You can find her on LinkedIn as well if you want to connect: Karlijn

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About your host Mirjam de Bakker (click on my name to connect on LinkedIN!):

I have lived and worked in 7 different countries both during my childhood and as an adult when we spent 14 years abroad as a family. My professional background is in hospitality and marketing, I have a degree in Interior design and am an entrepreneur with a mission... 

About Resettl: 

Together with Corine van Dijk-den Ouden we founded Resettl, helping Expats and Repats by offering:

• Career coaching
• Transitional coaching
• Reboarding and international talent retention advice to Global Mobility & HR professionals. 

We know what people go through when settling(back) in the Netherlands, and what it takes to reshape your professional career when you are the accompanying partner.

Our coaching, training & consultancy options, both for individuals and InCompany are based on a selection of building blocks, created to guide international talents through their relocation.