Bert Brand

Bert Brand has extensive experience in municipal governance and communication, currently serving as Raadsgriffier and Deputy Team Leader of External Services at Gemeente Goeree-Overflakkee since January 2013. Previously, Bert held leadership roles in Safety and Enforcement, and Communication, providing strategic advice to the mayor and acting as a spokesperson and crisis response advisor. Prior experience includes positions at Gemeente Goedereede as a Policy Officer in communication and roles in marketing and customer service across various companies. Education includes a Certified Municipal Clerk designation from IIMC and a Master's degree in Management Science focused on Governance from Open Universiteit.