The Faces behind G-Nius: Suzanne Verheijden

Suzanne has been with G-Nius for over 3 years now. She enhances the team with her expertise in marketing and communication. But who is Suzanne inside and outside of G-Nius? To find out, we asked her a few questions. For example, about which aspects of her work she enjoys discussing with others or what helps her when she’s not feeling her best. Want to know the answers to these and more questions? Keep reading.

As a Marketing and Communication Specialist at G-Nius, what do you do exactly?

It’s hard to give a precise description of what I do, but my goal is to promote G-Nius as a strategic partner and thereby spread our message. What we do, why we do it, etc. What I particularly enjoy is the challenge of my work. When I started here, there was no focus on marketing, it was more of a side activity. That makes it enjoyable because I can build from something small to hopefully something very big.

Which aspects of your work do you like to discuss with others?

The atmosphere within the team. I find it very pleasant, and I like to share that with others. The freedom and opportunities I get to work on my own projects and grow as a person, and the results that come from it.

What does your perfect workspace look like?

I like to be in contact with others. A place where I can see colleagues and speak with them without barriers or doors in between. An open workspace without too much noise is important, as I get easily distracted. Daylight, especially plenty of it, is crucial to create an inspiring environment. Working in the center of Den Bosch further fuels inspiration; after lunch, we can go for walks in nature or explore the city. I like this variation. Fortunately, my workspace at G-Nius aligns well with my ideal workspace.

Where do you draw your inspiration from?

I draw inspiration from my surroundings, my family, friends, but also from being outdoors. When I go for walks, my mind clears, and I have the opportunity to let my brain work overtime and come up with good ideas. Websites with industry-related information, colleagues, and professionals from the same field can also inspire me.

What’s been your favorite company party or team outing?

That would be the trip to Maastricht with partners. I had organized it myself, so it was nice to see everything go according to plan. Maastricht is a beautiful city, the weather was nice, and everything just went smoothly. The activities were great, the location was great, and the food was delicious; it was a complete success. This was the outing for G-Nius’s 20th anniversary. A casual activity we had as a team was stand-up paddleboarding. It was a spontaneous team outing that turned out to be a lot of fun.

What superpower would you like to have?

I would like to have the power of magic, then I could fly, be invisible, and time travel. But if I could only choose one, I would go for flying. The freedom and speed seem amazing to me.

What helps you feel better when you’re not feeling your best?

Exercising. Usually, I go for a run or mountain biking to clear my head. Quality time with my children and/or partner also helps me. Sitting by the fire together, or going for a walk with friends and then heading to the pub for drinks. All of that gives me the energy to feel better again.

What did you always want as a child but didn’t get?

When I was young, I always wanted a horse; I used to ride horses for quite some time. I understand why I didn’t get one, and looking back, I’m actually glad I didn’t.

Have you lived anywhere other than the Netherlands?

I lived in Canterbury, England for a while during my internship. It’s a really cool city. Learning another language better, living independently in a new country, and meeting new people, I would recommend it to everyone. Who knows, maybe we’ll go abroad someday for my partner’s work. Most likely, that would be Curaçao or Aruba. We’ll see what the future holds.

What is your favorite season? And why?

Definitely autumn; in autumn, you often have the Indian summer. The weather can still be lovely, and at the same time, I really enjoy the colored leaves. An added bonus is that I don’t suffer from hay fever during that time ????.