About Me
Hi, I’m Jarno. I started out in hospitality, where I learned to work hard, stay calm under pressure and put people first. From there I moved into finance as an assistant wealth advisor, and then into IT recruitment, first at ABN AMRO and now as a recruiter at Sogeti (part of Capgemini) in Groningen, where I help young IT professionals find their place.
Right now I’m following the pre-master for the MSc in Management at Nyenrode Business University, where I also tutor fellow students in economics and finance. After graduating, I’m looking for my dream job: a role where people, business and numbers come together.
Outside work and study you’ll often find me on the water: I row a lot and I’m aiming to join the board of rowing association Het Galjoen. I also love reading, psychology and following the stock market.
Languages: Dutch (native), English (advanced), German (intermediate)
Tools: Excel (expert), Power BI and Access (advanced), SQL, DAX and Python (basic)
Interests
Reading
I love diving into books, from psychology to economic analyses.
Technology
Exploring coding, web development, and new tech trends excites me.
Travel
Discovering new cultures and places is a big part of my life.
Financial Markets
I’m dedicated to analyzing stocks and markets, starting each day with TradingView.
Ice Cream
Few things beat a good scoop of ice cream, and I’m always happy to try a new flavour.
Wine
I enjoy discovering different wines and learning a little more about where they come from.
Music
Music is part of my everyday routine, whether I’m working, travelling or just unwinding.
Food
I love good food and trying new dishes, especially when travelling or sharing a meal with others.
Data
I enjoy turning raw numbers into insight, from Excel dashboards to databases that track what matters.
Work Experience
Education
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2026 - present
Pre-master MSc in Management
Nyenrode Business University
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2018 - 2025
BSc International Hospitality Management
NHL Stenden, minor Operations Management
Goals
Career
- Keep growing at the intersection of business, finance and technology.
- Gain international experience by working abroad.
- Grow into a leadership role and, in time, lead an organisation.
Personal Growth
- Read at least 12 books in 2026.
- Keep investing in myself and become the best version of who I want to be.
- Build healthy financial habits, saving consistently and investing for the long term.
Life
- Build a warm family life with a partner to share it with.
- Work towards financial independence, giving me freedom and peace of mind.
- Live a fulfilling life, balancing work, travel and happiness.
Contact
Feel free to reach out to me at jarnodirksen@gmail.com.
Connect with me on LinkedIn.