Hielke Blanken
About Hielke Blanken
Hielke Blanken is a Client Solutions Associate at Flexport in Amsterdam, with a background in medicine and international relations from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen.
Current Position at Flexport
Hielke Blanken currently serves as a Client Solutions Associate at Flexport. Based in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland, Blanken has been in this role since June 2021, contributing to the company's operations and client solutions offerings. Flexport is known for its innovative approach to supply chain management, and Blanken’s role involves interacting with clients to ensure their logistical needs are met efficiently.
Past Experience as Freelance Translator
Before joining Flexport, Hielke Blanken worked as a Freelance Translator at PMOT in Scheemda, Groningen, Nederland. From 2020 to 2021, for a period of 11 months, Blanken provided translation services, leveraging language skills and attention to detail to meet the demands of various clients.
Previous Role at General Practice Doesburg
Hielke Blanken was employed as an Administrative Employee at General Practice Doesburg for a duration of 4 months in 2018. Located in Doesburg, Gelderland, Nederland, this role involved handling administrative tasks and supporting the general practice with organizational duties, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Operator at Doktersdienst Groningen
From 2016 to 2020, Hielke Blanken served as an Operator at Doctor’s Service Groningen in Groningen, Nederland. Over these 4 years, Blanken played a key role in managing operational tasks essential to the functioning of doctor services in the region.
Youth Ambassador at World Vision
Hielke Blanken was a Youth Ambassador for World Vision from 2010 to 2011. Based in Amersfoort, Utrecht, Nederland, this one-year experience allowed Blanken to engage with youth initiatives and contribute to the organization's mission to address the causes of poverty and injustice.
Educational Background in Medicine and International Relations
Hielke Blanken holds a Master’s degree in Medicine, obtained from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen between 2018 and 2020. Prior to this, Blanken completed a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine from the same institution between 2015 and 2018. Additionally, Blanken earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Organisations, also from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, from 2012 to 2015. Blanken’s early education includes studying Natuur & Techniek & Gezondheid at Dockinga College, where Blanken completed Gymnasium from 2006 to 2012.