YEARTH Academy was founded in 2001 by Erik van Gend with a clear purpose: to inspire and support individuals, teams, and organizations to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we provide solutions that strengthen professionals and organizations mentally and ensure long-term performance and resilience.
We develop High Impact Training programs for individuals, teams and organizations ready to take a meaningful and lasting step in their development. We do this through a personal, result-driven approach, continuous innovation and a high standard of quality.
YEARTH is not a traditional training institute. We adapt our methods to the individual, rather than adapting individuals to fixed methods. Development requires a new perspective, the courage to break patterns, and the willingness to innovate. That’s why we design programs that go beyond conventional approaches and align with what people and teams truly need to grow.
Since its founding, YEARTH Academy has focused on the development of the emotional brain. We believe learning only has value when it leads to visible behavioral change. Not as knowledge, but as choice. Not as insight alone, but as action. That is why YEARTH Academy consciously chooses its own path in learning and development.
Working at YEARTH Academy is unlike working anywhere else. You are challenged, inspired, and given both freedom and responsibility. You become an essential part of a growing organization with strong ambitions and a clear sense of purpose.
At the YEARTH Campus, we shape the client experience down to the smallest detail. Hospitality, training and seminar spaces, healthy food, scents, colors, and music all contribute to a carefully designed environment that supports development at the highest level.
YEARTH Academy works with leading organizations across the Netherlands in both the private and public sectors. Curious about who our customers are and what participants say about our programs and approach?
YEARTH Academy believes in giving back. Each year, we offer a number of complimentary program seats to employees of charitable organizations. In doing so, we contribute to the further professionalization of nonprofit organizations.
Quality is a promise we continuously validate through independent review. We monitor participant experience, customer satisfaction, and organizational quality on an ongoing basis. The insights we gain are used to refine and innovate our programs, ensuring we continue to innovate ourself.
Always looking for colleagues with passion to join our team; that’s what drives me. From the People & Culture department, I am the first point of contact for candidates. I get energy from the complete employee journey; first contact all the way through the moment someone starts the onboarding and becomes part of the team.
About Milotte
Ever since 2018, I have enjoyed working at YEARTH Academy. Back then, I started as Office Manager and have since progressed to my current role as Lead Talent Acquisition.
In my role as Learning Consultant, I guide potential participants from the very first moment of contact. I discuss their learning objectives, match their needs to appropriate training courses, and ensure a smooth transition from orientation to registration. Bringing the right group together and providing appropriate advice gives me tremendous energy!
About Floor
With experience in HR and hotel management, I bring a strong customer focus. Managing client relations in my last role brought me to YEARTH in May 2025.
Helping people grow; that’s what drives me. In my role as Learning Consultant, I pay close attention to peoples ambition, clarify development needs and advise on appropriate training courses. For me, meaningful contact is key. From the first question to the moment that someone moves forward with confidence and new skills; that’s the most rewarding thing for me.
About Benthe
Since late 2025, I have been working at YEARTH Academy. With a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Work and Organizational Psychology, I bring a solid foundation!
Surprising clients and exceeding their expectations energizes me. As both partner manager and account manager for our key accounts, I am the point of contact for strategic clients. From clarifying the needs and guiding the implementation, to securing sustainable impact on a personal and organizational level.
About Luna
I have been working at YEARTH Academy since 2002. Back then, I started in a marketing role back and grew with YEARTH into my current position as Partner Manager.
Seeing commercial opportunities and strengthening client relationships gives me energy. As Account Manager, I focus on the sales of our in-company programs. I maintain contact with existing customers, explore new opportunities and translate development needs into clear proposals.
About Lois
With experience in account management, business development and HR consulting, I combine a commercial view with a people-first approach together with YEARTH Academy.
Within the Customer Success department I communicate clearly with both participants and trainers. I quickly translate questions into actions. Structure, planning and accurate follow-up come naturally to me. This keeps each training course clear and makes participants feel supported.
About Elaine
With extensive experience in operations, service and training courses, I have a sharp eye for processes. This helps me keep the quality of our programs and customer journey high.
Helping participants move forward is everything to me! I improve their experience with YEARTH by helping out at every stage of the customer journey. As a point of contact within the Customer Success department, I respond quickly and clearly. Keeping a close eye on the progress of customer journey, I make sure participants know exactly where they stand.
About Sjaan
With a background in hospitality, I have been working at YEARTH since February 2025. I make sure participants feel supported and take steps in their development with confidence.
Managing projects gives me energy. I translate goals into an achievable schedule and monitor progress closely. The cooperation with clients, trainers and participants remains clear through set agreements and timely coordination. This brings direction and helps us achieve objectives in every program.
About Annabelle
With my background in Applied Psychology and experience in organizational roles, I bring structure and coordination. I make sure processes are closely monitored and therefore deliver quality to our clients.
A clear process brings peace of mind to any project. As Project Manager, I manage the internal project team, monitor schedules and coordinate with clients, trainers and colleagues. Providing structure and clear communication keeps each program achievable, ensuring our learning programs are strong and carefully executed.
About Dian
With a background in recruitment, I combine a people-first approach with an analytical view. I bring clarity and ensure that programs run smoothly for everyone involved.
Strong commercial results start with a clear direction. As Commercial Director, I set the course, translate strategy into action, and ensure that our propositions match our client’s needs. I connect marketing, sales, and customer experience, strengthen teams, and maintain a focus on growth that is both sustainable and noticeable in every collaboration.
About Ilse
With extensive experience in marketing, communications, sales and business development, I bring together strategic vision and people-focused leadership.
Facilitating sustainable behavioral change begins with understanding what people need. In my role as a Learning & Development Specialist, I provide structure to development challenges and translate needs into high-impact training programs. Development, behavior, and what helps people move forward gives me a tremendous amount of energy!
About Jamilia
With a Master’s in Work and Organizational Psychology, I combine psychological knowledge with an inquisitive perspective and practical execution.
In my role as a Learning & Development Specialist, I translate organizational goals into clear learning interventions. I provide strategic input, design programs that align with practical application, and I oversee implementation to ensure development truly takes off. By listening closely and clarifying needs, I create a lasting impact.
About Cathelijn
With experience in L&D management, talent development, and innovation at both corporates and startups, I bring a broad perspective. This allows me to develop training programs focused on sustainable growth.
I analyze the learning and development needs of our in-company clients and put together training programs that directly align with align their needs. Additionally, I develop new training content that closely matches their requirements. The impact we achieve through our programs, both large and small, gives me energy.
About Tobias
My background in Educational Sciences and Educational Media provides me with a solid foundation in learning, development, and educational content design. I have been applying this knowledge at YEARTH since early 2025.
My passion lies in developing people as well as organizations. I am dedicated to creating learning and development programs that make an impact, and I believe in growth through insight, inspiration, and practical applicability. My strength lies in connecting strategy, people, and practical learning interventions. Always with one goal: enabling growth.
About Chantal
I started as an L&D Strategist and progressed to the role of Learning & Development Director. In this role, I am strategically and operationally responsible for the curriculum of the training courses.
Within the Finance department, I ensure accurate and well-organized administration. I handle invoicing and reporting in a structured manner, ensuring that financial processes continue to run reliably. Colleagues and participants can rely on clear information and timely follow-up.
About Ben
With over twenty years of experience in financial administration, I bring a solid foundation. This helps me provide structure and support the financial health within YEARTH Academy.
Increasing online visibility and creating result-driven campaigns is what I enjoy the most. I focus on website optimization, online campaigns, and Google Ads. I analyze data, make adjustments where necessary, and ensure our online channels contribute effectively to our objectives. By working in a structured way, I make sure that strategy and execution are closely aligned.
About Ninette
With my experience in online marketing, I bring strategic insight and digital expertise. This combination enables me to strengthen our online performance and realize sustainable growth.
Creating and facilitating a welcoming environment at the YEARTH Campus is what drives me! With my background in hospitality, I enjoy giving participants, trainers, clients, candidates, and colleagues the best possible YEARTH Campus-experience. I make sure there’s an optimal work environment and a culture that aligns with the YEARTH brand identity.
About Madelon
I started as a Corporate Recruiter in 2024, and in the summer of 2025, I was given the opportunity to further deepen my passion for hospitality in the role of Office Manager.
