She took an evening course in business administration, resulting in a completed HEAO-study in 1990. After her studies she took a job at the Chamber of Commerce of Alkmaar, as head of public relations. In 1993 she became a professional advisor for small businesses in Zaandam.
She participated in an evening program of business administration and obtained a HEAO-study by 1990. Following her studies, she secured employment at the Chamber of Commerce of Alkmaar as head of public relations. In 1993, she became a professional advisor for small businesses in Zaandam.