Patricia Christina de Bordes is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in marketing, communication, and international event management — with a particular focus on the Indo-Dutch business corridor in the last 11 years. Her expertise spans the organization of trade promotion-related meetings, incentives, conferences, and events both in the Netherlands and across Asia.
Throughout her career, Patricia has worked with SMEs, multinational corporations, and NGOs, operating in diverse teams and cultural contexts. From her early days as an on-site event producer to her current role as a well-rounded event strategist and connector, she has built a reputation for creating impactful experiences that drive economic cooperation and cultural understanding.
With a deep commitment to fostering strategic partnerships between India and the Netherlands, Patricia has played a key role in facilitating trade missions, investment forums, and bilateral dialogues. Her work bridges business, government, and diaspora communities, with a focus on sectors matching with the goals of the Indian as well Dutch government.
Patricia is more than a connector — she is a people manager who leads with empathy, curiosity, and an unshakable drive to bring out the best in others. Guided by a heart-driven approach and a passion for working toward collective goals, she thrives in dynamic, multicultural environments where new ideas and perspectives come together.
Her love for Asia, and especially India is deeply rooted — inspired by her father’s global career with Shell and the stories of her grandparents who lived in Indonesia and great ancestors who lived in India. This heritage continues to shape her natural curiosity and global outlook.
“I still learn. I still get inspired. I still wake up every day with the drive to make today the best day of my life.”
Patricia believes in doing more than saying, in giving more than taking, and in growing through every connection made. Her journey is not only a testament to her professional capabilities, but to her passion for people, purpose, and progress.
Where she is today is simply the start of her tomorrow.