Frans van Helden, Managing Partner ODSC: "After two years of COVID-restrictions, we wanted to organize a get-together again. Rather than just focusing on something we already share – our drive to positively impact the world with data and mathematics – we wanted to highlight the value of all these unique things that set us apart. I am convinced that if we can organize our work at ORTEC in such a way that you can put your personal motivations to work, together we can achieve the maximum."

It resulted in the Be The Difference Festival. A festival that offered our colleagues a two-day program full of fun and inspiring sessions, food, relaxation, and dancing. Most sessions were organized by colleagues themselves, sharing their professional or personal passions. In addition, several keynote speakers were asked to inspire the crowd with their drive, such as our founder Gerrit Timmer.

"Now we're back at the office", Frans continues, "I really enjoy seeing so many colleagues still smiling. It's great that as colleagues we can have such a good time together. Giving us new energy, friendships and collaborations in so many ways; learning from each other while doing the things we love, like applying math, business painting, yoga, dancing to the sounds of the ORTEC band … Will you be there next time?"