Ruud Paauw

Ruud Paauw is an experienced senior communication advisor currently serving at Waterschap Vechtstromen since January 2025. Prior roles include senior communication advisor at Gemeente Emmen (July 2018 - January 2025) and communication advisor at Gemeente Zeist (January 2015 - July 2018), where specialization included corporate communication, crisis communication, and media advice. Ruud also has teaching experience in primary education at Onderwijsstichting Arcade and PiO invalpool, and has held various roles in project management and marketing at EF2 and Coop, with a strong background in online/offline marketing and creative direction. Educational qualifications include a communications degree from Van der Hilst Communicatie and a teaching degree from NHL Stenden.