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 attended an evening course in business administration and completed a HEAO-study by 1990. After her studies, she took up a position at the Chamber of Commerce of Alkmaar as head of public relations. In 1993, she became a professional advisor for small businesses in Zaandam.