NBSO Los Angeles

?? From Love to Plant-Based Powerhouse?? ?? It was fantastic to visit the Green Boy Group office in DTLA! This space is a perfect reflection of their creativity and unique approach — hip, fresh, and full of energy ?? ??Special thanks to Peter van Dijken and his team for showing us around ?? Green Boy Group is a young company making waves in the plant-based protein sector, delivering high-quality, sustainable ingredients to the food manufacturers behind the brands we all love. Peter van Dijken primarily moved to LA for love, but soon enough, he realized it was also the perfect place for Green Boy Group to thrive ?? ???? At NBSO Los Angeles, we love seeing Dutch entrepreneurs succeed and flourish in LA’s vibrant ecosystem. We can’t wait to support the next wave of Dutch innovators ready to make their mark here in the City of Angels ?? Wanna know more? Send us ?? a DM ?? and follow us ? to stay up-to-date!

??The Economic Impact of the LA Wildfires ?? Earlier this year, Los Angeles County was severely hit by a series of devastating wildfires, especially in the Pacific Palisades & Altadena areas. ?? The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) just released a powerful study detailing the long-term impact of these events — and the numbers are staggering?? Here are some key takeaways: ??? $28B - $53.8B in property damage ?? Up to $8.9B lost economic output over 5 years ?? Major job losses in retail, healthcare, construction & professional services ? Recovery could stretch to 9 years in worst-case scenarios ?? What stood out is how the study emphasizes the importance of resilience, innovation, and collaboration???? Lessons from past wildfires show that investments in sustainable infrastructure, streamlined permitting, and smart recovery strategies can dramatically speed up community rebuilding ????? ???? At NBSO Los Angeles, we’re following these developments closely. For Dutch entrepreneurs with expertise in climate adaptation, sustainable construction, or smart infrastructure — this is exactly where your solutions can make a real, global impact???? ?? Above all, this serves as a reminder of the growing challenges cities like LA face and how resilience, innovation, and cooperation will shape the way forward ??

?? Last chance to apply for the West Coast Accelerator ?? ???? Ready to take your Dutch startup to the next level in the US? Applications for the ScaleNL 2025 West Coast Accelerator are still open! If you’re looking to break into the US market or raise a Series-A round with US investors, this is your moment! ?? ?? Starting in April 2025, this 10-week program will provide expert mentorship, valuable partnerships, and all the tools you need to accelerate your US expansion ???? ?? Plus, a one-week trip to LA and San Francisco in June to dive into the US tech scene and connect with top industry leaders ?? ?? Don’t miss this game-changing opportunity—apply before the March 15 deadline! ?? https://lnkd.in/gmF7unXs

?? Empowering Sustainability in LA ?? It was great meeting and talking with Tim van Oijen from Nexio Projects - a fast-growing Dutch company making a huge impact in the sustainability space! ?? ?? Nexio Projects helps businesses integrate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies, offering expertise in sustainability reporting, carbon reduction, and global compliance ?? ?? Now, they have officially touched down in Los Angeles, ready to conquer the US market and expand their reach across North America! ?????? ??At NBSO Los Angeles we’re thrilled to support Nexio Projects on their journey and watch their positive impact unfold! ?? Wanna know more? Send us ?? a DM ?? and follow us ? to stay up-to-date!

?? Incredible Opportunity for Dutch Entrepreneurs in LA ?? LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games has announced an exciting Expression of Interest (EOI) for Ceremonies Production Providers for the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games in Los Angeles ???? LA28 is searching for production companies to handle everything from technical design ???, audio/visual ??, special effects ??, and casting ?? to operations and logistics ?? ????It’s a golden opportunity to showcase Dutch creativity and innovation on a global stage! ?? ?? Key Details: ??? Expression of Interest (EOI) Deadline: March 17, 2025 ?? Selected companies will proceed to a Request for Proposal (RFP) phase ?? Curious about how to stay informed on opportunities like this? RAMP is your go-to platform for exploring business opportunities in the LA region! ?? With RAMP, you get direct access to procurement announcements, like this one for LA28 Ceremonies, and stay updated on pending tenders across various sectors. Whether you’re into event production ??, technology ??, or infrastructure ???, RAMP keeps you ahead in the competitive LA market and helps you expand globally! ?? ?? Don’t miss out on this historic opportunity to be part of the 2028 Olympics and much more! Check out this EOI and start exploring Ramp for the latest opportunities ?? https://lnkd.in/eY_wN7sN

?? Join the ‘Circular and Sustainable Cities’ Trade Mission to California! ?? ??? Are you active in?Circular Urban Development, Sustainable Construction, or Architecture? Then this is your chance to participate in our trade mission to?Los Angeles & San Francisco from April 16-22, 2025! ?? This mission, organized by Netherlands Consulate in San Francisco, NBSO Los Angeles, Netherlands Enterprise Agency and GreenWaveEU will focus on two leading events: ???The 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change?(April 18, Los Angeles), hosted by the?The American Institute of Architects (AIA) ???San Francisco Climate Week, bringing together innovators, policymakers, and companies shaping the future of sustainable construction ?? ???Why join? ??Build valuable connections with key stakeholders in California ??Meet potential partners, policymakers, and architects at exclusive networking events ??Showcase your expertise in?circular and sustainable building ??Visit cutting-edge construction projects and sustainability initiatives in LA & SF ???Costs & Registration ???Participation fee:?€950 per company?(excl. VAT, for non-PIB members) ???Max. 15 participants?– sign up before?March 7, 2025! ???Register & get more info ?? https://lnkd.in/gfjVUigG #CircularBuilding #SustainableCities #TradeMission #LosAngeles #SanFrancisco #NetherlandsInTheUSA #Sustainability #ClimateAction

?? (Re)building Los Angeles: From Recovery to Readiness for the 2028 Olympics! ?? Last week, we had the privilege of attending the Annual Westside Mayors Forum, hosted by Westside Urban Forum - where the mayors of some of the biggest Westside cities shared valuable insights on the current challenges and future of these cities. Key topics included: ??? Tackling housing shortages and recovery efforts after the Palisades and Eaton Fires ?? ?? Building climate resilience for extreme heat, drought, and wildfires ??? ?? Preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics ? ?? Reducing homelessness and increasing access to affordable housing ?? ?? A big thank you to Mayors Chelsea Byers (West Hollywood), Lana Negrete (Santa Monica), Dan O'Brien (Culver City), and Lester Friedman (Beverly Hills) for sharing their thoughts! ?? ?? Special thanks to Jeffrey Hall for moderating this inspiring panel! ?? It became clear that innovation and collaboration between the cities are crucial to addressing the root causes of the challenges we face ?? ???? As the Netherlands, we are excited to continue contributing and collaborating to make Los Angeles more resilient, sustainable, and ready for the challenges ahead! ?? Wanna know more? Send us ?? a DM ?? and follow us ? to stay up-to-date!

?? Watt’s Next? The Future of Powering Live Events ?? ?? We had an inspiring meeting with Paul Schurink, MBE and Lawrence Millar from Showpower Global B.V. - a company making waves in the live events industry with their innovative and sustainable power solutions! ?? ?? They have designed and developed a world-first modular and flexible SmartGrid energy management system that can enable 100% emissions-free power for large-scale music, festival, sporting and live events.?This SmartGrid technology successfully powered over 50 Coldplay stadium shows in more that 15 countries with 100% battery power — an incredible achievement in sustainable energy for large-scale events! ?? ?? Now, they’re on the West Coast, bringing this cutting-edge solution to a couple of the most popular festivals in the world. Showpower's mission for California is ensure that their biggest events, such as Coachella, Stage Coach, Outside Lands, LA28 and Monterey Jazz Festival, can be powered 100% reliably with sustainable energy sources ?? ?? It’s always exciting to connect with Dutch entrepreneurs who are not only making an impact in LA but also elevating global stages with sustainable initiatives ?? ???? At NBSO Los Angeles, we love supporting forward-thinking Dutch companies like Showpower Global B.V. as they continue to grow and thrive on the international stage ?? Wanna know more? Send us ?? a DM ?? and follow us ? to stay up-to-date!

?? Sailing Toward Success: Dutch Innovation in LA! ?? ?? We had the great pleasure of meeting Dorien Hoekstra de Vries from the Koninklijk Nederlands Watersportverbond here in Los Angeles! Not only is she a passionate advocate for water sports, but she’s also an Olympic legend ??—winning a bronze medal for windsurfing in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics ?????♀? ?? Now, as Team Manager for the Dutch Olympic sailing team, Dorien is all about teamplay and staying on top of the game ?? She’s fostering a thriving sports community, building on the Dutch sailing team’s incredible success at last year’s Paris Olympics ?? ???? The Netherlands is a world leader in sailing. Marit Bouwmeester OLY (ILCA6) and the duo Annette Duetz / Odile van Aanholt (49er FX) became Olympic champions in 2024 ??, while Luuc van opzeeland (iQfoil) and Annelous Lammerts (Formula Kite) secured bronze medals ?? ?? This spirit of innovation also extends into sustainability. As we look ahead to the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games in Long Beach, the synergy between Dutch expertise in water innovation and initiatives like ocean cleanup ???? is more crucial than ever. With LA’s expanding water sector, we see exciting opportunities to merge Dutch innovations in water management, sustainability, and sports to tackle global challenges together ?? ?? At NBSO Los Angeles, we’re ready to ride this wave and love connecting with leaders like Dorien as we look forward to seeing TeamNL in action again at the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games! ????

?? The West Coast Accelerator is Coming to LA! ?? ???? Ready to take your Dutch startup to the next level in the US? Applications are NOW OPEN for the ScaleNL Accelerator West Coast 2025! If you're looking to break into the US market or raise a Series-A with a US investor, this is your chance! ?? ?? Starting in April 2025, this 10-week program will supercharge your US expansion with expert mentorship, invaluable partnerships, and all the tools you need to succeed ???? ?? The best part? A one-week trip to LA and San Francisco in June, where you’ll dive into the heart of the US tech scene and connect with top industry leaders ?? ?? Don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity—apply now! ?? https://lnkd.in/gmF7unXs