Presentation of Top Sport Community Award
Presentation of Top Sport Community Award
Pieter van den Hoogenband was with us to present the award on behalf of our partner Topsport Community. This year was all about "support," and the team from Staffing Management Services received well-deserved recognition for their exceptional cooperation.
The atmosphere was good right away: a swinging brass band, cream puffs, and a team that was visibly surprised. Pieter put it nicely: "You never win alone. It's all about the people around you who support you and make you stronger." That is exactly what we stand for as HeadFirst Group.
Team performance
What makes this award so special is that it is truly a joint achievement. Besides the core Staffing MS team, colleagues from finance and contracting contributed significantly to the success. A great example of how we at HeadFirst Group work together across labels to achieve the best results.
Connecting, celebrating, looking forward
This award highlights what makes Team HeadFirst Group strong: collaboration, commitment and celebration of successes. By working together across teams and disciplines, we take a step forward every time.
Thank you to Topsport Community for this wonderful recognition and to all colleagues who made this possible. Together we achieve more!
HeadFirst Group and The Dutch Masters join forces
HeadFirst Group and The Dutch Masters join forces
HeadFirst Group is entering into a unique partnership with The Dutch Masters for the HeadFirst Group - Best of Champions. This is a fantastic opportunity for us to commit to such an iconic and prestigious equestrian event. It offers the possibility to push boundaries and create new opportunities together with The Dutch Masters.
Iconic horse change format
Thanks to Headfirst Group - Best of Champions, we return to the iconic format of the horse swap. Olympic champion Christian Kukuk, world champion Henrik von Eckermann, European champion Steve Guerda and Dutch champion Willem Greve will compete against each other, not only with their own horses, but will also jump the course with each other's horses. It promises to be a historic showdown. We last saw this horse exchange during the World Championships in Caen in 2014, where Jeroen Dubbeldam became world champion.
Marion van Happen | CEO, HeadFirst Group
"We are immensely proud of our partnership with The Dutch Masters. Sport has the unique power to bring people together. At HeadFirst Group, we believe in the power of collaboration and connection. We Dare to Lead by pushing the boundaries and creating new opportunities together with The Dutch Masters. With the return of this format, together we are doing something unique for the sport and its fans."
Jeroen Dubbeldam | Sports Director, The Dutch Masters
"I am delighted that we have found such a suitable partner. I have been with HeadFirst Group myself, and it is a company that is very professional and tightly run. As soon as you walk in there, you immediately understand why they want to connect with the Best of Champions. They really strive for the best of the best. You see that, you feel that, and you notice that everywhere. The best riders in our sport are a perfect fit for that. I hope that if this category catches on as well as we expect, we can continue to expand it in the future."
The Dutch Masters
The Best of Champions will take place on Thursday evening, March 13, during The Dutch Masters. The Dutch Masters is an iconic equestrian event that began in 1966 and has played an important role in international equestrian sports ever since. Next year, The Dutch Masters will take place from March 13-16 at the Brabanthallen in 's-Hertogenbosch. This prestigious event is part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping. Annually attracting more than 65,000 visitors, The Dutch Masters offers an impressive mix of top-level show jumping and dressage.
Celebrating Diversity Day at HeadFirst Group
Celebrating Diversity Day at HeadFirst Group: A step toward a more inclusive workplace
On Oct. 1, we at HeadFirst Group celebrated Diversity Day, a day created in the Netherlands to promote and celebrate diversity in the workplace and in society. During this day, organizations across the country highlight the importance of inclusion and the unique qualities each individual brings.
At HeadFirst Group, we invited author and speaker Dilara Bilgiç to give us deeper insight into prejudice and its impact within society. During her inspiring session, Dilara brought us closer to an inclusive work culture by making us aware of unconscious biases and how they affect us on a daily basis. Her message aligned perfectly with HeadFirst Group's values: creating a safe working environment where everyone feels valued.
Diversity Day at HeadFirst Group is more than just a day; it reflects our commitment to a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is central. We believe that by talking openly and honestly about such issues, together we can make a positive and impactful contribution to society. We are constantly working to strengthen our inclusive workplace culture and look forward to welcoming talents who are also committed to a respectful and diverse workplace.
Do you want to be part of an organization that actively promotes diversity and inclusion? Then check out our vacancies and discover your career opportunities at HeadFirst Group.
Working together for health and well-being
Working together for health and well-being
At HeadFirst Group it's not only about hard work, but also about the well-being of our colleagues. The end of September marked Vitality Week 2024, a week full of inspiring activities that boosted health and well-being within our organization. From daily active exercise to healthy eating - it was a week in which we worked together to create a fit and vital work environment.
The highlights of Vitality Week
Our Vitality Week had many highlights, but one activity really stood out: the StepUp Challenge. This challenge got us moving, with a competition to take as many steps as possible. Else Krijgsman emerged as the winner with an impressive 90,626 steps! Yasir Toker and Frederik Walraven finished in second and third place with 90,451 and 87,550 steps, respectively. A great achievement that shows how enthusiastic our colleagues were.
But Vitality Week had even more in store:
- Guided Lunch Walks: Every day our colleagues enjoyed guided walks during lunch. Get away from the office and into the fresh outdoors for a relaxing moment to refuel.
- Sports sessions by Kika Vermeulen: Led by Kika Vermeulen, we reflected on the importance of exercise. Kika's sessions not only provided a physical challenge, but also raised awareness about how important it is to stay fit, even in the office.
- Healthy food from caterer LEO: Healthy eating was a major theme this week. Our caterer LEO served responsible dishes that fit well with a week of vitality. Even the fryer stayed out on Friday!
A powerful boost for collaboration and energy
Vitality Week 2024 showed how nice it is to work together on health and energy. The commitment of our colleagues, the enthusiasm at the activities and the focus on exercise and healthy eating are part of our aim to make HeadFirst Group not only a great place to work, but also a place where well-being is central.
Are you looking for a job with an organization that takes wellness seriously? Where there is attention not only for professional growth, but also for a healthy lifestyle? Then check out our vacancies and come discover how you can become part of HeadFirst Group!
HeadFirst Group in action at Premier Padel
Colleagues in action at Premier Padel
A nice mix of sports and valuable insights: that is what our colleagues experienced during the Premier Padel event in Rotterdam Ahoy! With representation from Yellow Friday and Sterksen, they dived onto the padel court together for the dynamic Clinic & Compete. HR specialists from several large organizations worked up a sweat playing padel, but it was Lennert and Stef who stole the show by winning this event!
After the games, they enjoyed dinner at the padel court, a great opportunity to catch up together and exchange experiences. Besides the sporting challenge, during the event they also discussed the most important HR challenges for the coming year. By sharing insights and learnings, you come up with new ideas and strategies together.
The day ended with top-level padel, where the best padel players in the world showed their skills. The atmosphere was excellent, and the enthusiasm of all present made this day unforgettable.
Thank you to Topsport Community, and to everyone who attended for the energy, sportsmanship and inspiring conversations!
HeadFirst Group joins Topsport Community
HeadFirst Group joins Topsport Community
HeadFirst Group is all about connecting people and doing a little better every day. We are building a winning work environment where collaboration and performance are key. To reinforce this, we have joined the Topsport Community, founded by Pieter van den Hoogenband, Olympic swimming champion and 'chef de mission' of TeamNL in Paris 2024.
Our CEO, Marion van Happen, is excited about the partnership: "Sport has a unique power to connect people, which fits perfectly with our core value 'Connecting People'. Top athletes strive every day to be a fraction faster or better, and that is exactly the mentality we have at HeadFirst Group as well. Together with the Topsport Community, we want to make that culture of winning and working together even stronger."
Pieter van den Hoogenband, founder of the Topsport Community, is also enthusiastic; "HeadFirst Group is a fantastic company that understands what we want to achieve with the Topsport Community: connecting the worlds of top sport, science and business and sharing knowledge. So that we move forward together. HeadFirst Group breathes top sport: they are curious and want to perform. We therefore look forward to the cooperation."
For Bart van der Geest, Head of Marketing Communication & CX, this is a perfect match: "The collaboration with Topsport Community fits into the bigger picture of our 'Team HeadFirst Group' program. We are building a winning work environment, matching our status of 'great place to work'. The winning mentality from sports fits perfectly. Playing sports together, experiencing sports together, cheering together. We believe this contributes to our desired culture, our employer brand and our appeal as a service provider."
In short, this collaboration is more than just a partnership. It is a joint ambition to continue to grow, innovate and strive for the best together! At HeadFirst Group, we believe we get further together - in the workplace and beyond.
HFG Foundation: working together for a better world
HFG Foundation: working together for a better world
HeadFirst Group is committed to a better world beyond the job market. We are committed to improving the environment, nature and the lives of people around the world. One way we do this is with the HeadFirst Group Foundation, with activities aimed at helping people in their careers and in life.
In addition, we at HeadFirst Group are proud of our colleagues who dedicate themselves to society and social initiatives. Therefore, the HFG Foundation has made a donation to Stichting Jongeren Op Kamp (SJOK), in which our colleague Sem Overduin is actively involved. SJOK has been organizing affordable vacation weeks for young people with mental and/or physical disabilities since 1995. Sem helps organize these camps, which provide valuable experiences for a diverse group of participants.
The vacation weeks include activities such as swimming, sports and game activities and shopping. Wondering what this looks like? See some photos from last week here. It was another successful vacation for everyone who attended!
Want to become part of an organization that is also committed to a better world. Then come and meet HeadFirst Group. Check out our vacancies here.
Monthly drinks at HeadFirst Group: together you celebrate more!
Monthly drinks at HeadFirst Group: together you celebrate more!
At HeadFirst Group, connection is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in celebrating special moments together, taking care of each other and always being ready to help each other when needed. One of the ways we strengthen that connection is through our monthly get-together, which time after time guarantees fun, creativity and most importantly: being together!
Every month a different team gets the honor of organizing the get-together, and this is always accompanied by a surprising theme. This year we have already had some get-togethers, all of which have proved memorable.
Spring vibes and royal charm
The Service Desk team kicked off the year with spring drinks, complete with a merry bingo. The enthusiasm with which the bingo cards were filled out, and the happy faces when winning prizes, showed how fun and connecting a simple game can be.
During the week of King's Day, we couldn't avoid the theme. It was time for the Kings & Queens get-together. The bar was draped in orange and many a colleague had pulled out the orange outfit.
Sporting challenges and traditional Dutch hospitality
Not long after, we imagined ourselves in a typically Dutch atmosphere during the 'Ik hou van Holland' drinks. With delicious snacks and a quiz full of Dutch facts.
With the Olympics on the agenda, HR organized the Olympic ping pong tournament. Colleagues were able to show their sporting talents. People played fanatically, but also laughed a lot.
In August, of course, many colleagues were enjoying a wonderful vacation. With the colleagues who were working, we celebrated the summer with the summer drink. On the roof terrace there were small pools, water guns and summer drinks ready.
Having drinks together: a moment of connection
At HeadFirst Group, our monthly get-together is about more than just drinks and snacks. It is a moment of connection, where we take a moment to reflect on what connects us as a team. We get to know each other better outside the workplace, discover new talents and strengthen our bonds.
Would you like to become part of an organization where connection is key and where job satisfaction goes hand in hand with performance? Then come and meet HeadFirst Group. Check out our vacancies here.
Music connects beyond the workplace at HeadFirst Group
Music connects beyond the workplace at Headfirst Group
At HeadFirst Group, "Connecting People" is not just a core value, it is the foundation of our culture and everything we do. We believe that true connection happens through personal interaction and sharing experiences, both in the workplace and beyond.
Personal interaction
Connection starts with personal contact. A conversation in person or via (video) call is always better than an email. Participating in, or better yet, initiating social activities, helps us further strengthen this connection.
Music events: connection outside of work
Because connection does not stop when the working day ends, at HeadFirst Group we regularly organize social activities such as get-togethers and parties. We also offer our colleagues the chance to enjoy music events together. This year, for example, several colleagues enjoyed concerts by P!NK, Joel Borelli, Taylor Swift and Amsterdam Summer. These events provide an excellent opportunity to connect with each other outside the work context and create shared memories.
At HeadFirst Group, we are all about connection. By encouraging personal interactions and creating shared experiences both on and off the job, we strengthen the bond between colleagues. Join our team and experience how we at HeadFirst Group bring "Connecting People" to life, every day.
HeadFirst Group headquarters in Hoofddorp
HeadFirst Group headquarters in Hoofddorp
At HeadFirst Group, we believe that an inspiring work environment is essential for stimulating innovation and creating a positive work culture. Located in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, our headquarters offers an inspiring space where connection is key. Here we want to strengthen our leading position as an HR-tech service provider and underline our sustainability ambitions.
Location
Our headquarters are located in Office Park 20|20 in Hoofddorp, just 1 km from the A4 motorway and 400 meters from Hoofddorp train station. With an area of 3,700 square meters, our office offers:
- A 1,500-square-foot theater, bar, restaurant and gym on the ground and second floors.
- Office space of 2,200 square feet, distributed on the second through fourth floors.
- 150 (flex) workstations with adjustable desks.
Facilities
Our office is equipped with various amenities to provide an optimal working environment:
- A theater with space for five hundred guests, ideal for presentations and events.
- A bar where colleagues can connect and celebrate successes.
- A restaurant with a barista, serving healthy and sustainable meals.
- A gym with fifteen Technogym machines.
- Seventeen meeting rooms with modern facilities for hybrid conferencing.
- Three coffee corners.
Sustainability
At HeadFirst Group, we strive to minimize our carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable world. Our office was built with sustainability in mind and features:
- A cradle-to-cradle building with energy label A and a BREEAM-NL certificate "Very Good.
- Smart blue-green roofs for rainwater harvesting, which is used for flushing toilets, among other things.
- A gray water recycling system.
- Green electricity from Greenchoice and carbon-neutral flooring from Interface.
- Our caterer, Leo Love Good Food, is committed to reducing environmental impact by choosing sustainable products whenever possible.
- Cleaning of our facilities is done with cold water and ecological cleaning agents.
At HeadFirst Group, we strive to provide an inspiring and sustainable work environment for our employees and visitors. If you're looking for a company that values innovation, connection and sustainability, you've come to the right place. View our vacancies here or contact us.