![Portrait Coen van Veen in the dunes in front of Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin in Noordwijk Portrait Coen van Veen in the dunes in front of Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin in Noordwijk](https://www.holland.com/upload_mm/e/5/4/82121_fullimage_portret coen van veen in de duinen voor huis ter duin © bring yourself_1360x430_1360x434_0.jpg)
Coen van Veen is on top of the dune
Bring yourself, Coen will do the same
Coen van Veen is 35 years old. He is International Sales Director at Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin in Noordwijk.![Portrait Coen van Veen inside on the sofa in Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin](https://www.holland.com/upload_mm/b/b/c/82124_fullimage_portret coen van veen binnen op de bank in huis ter duin © bring yourself_1150x663.jpg)
Coen van Veen
The beach at your doorstep
The family-owned and managed hotel originally opened in 1887 as a seaside resort. “The hotel was built on the highest dune in Noordwijk, so once I explain we are the ‘House on the Dune’, people immediately understand this and remember it.” Only 25 minutes from Schiphol International Airport, the hotel offers the best of both worlds: it has all the facilities you need, while being far enough away from the distractions of the busy city. “You have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the beach and keep everyone’s full attention at the same time.”
Signature orange pants
![Portrait Coen van Veen on the beach with flipchart Portrait Coen van Veen on the beach with flipchart](https://www.holland.com/upload_mm/c/e/8/82122_fullimage_portret coen van veen in de zee met flipover © bring yourself_1150x663.jpg)
Authenticity is very important for Coen.” I really see sales as a consultative process, not just providing facts and figures. We try to give personal attention to every phase of planning a conference, and how can we help you reach your goals. I find that very rewarding to work on and to achieve.”
Working in the international market, Coen has been the face of Huis ter Duin for the past 8 years. You can easily spot him at international fairs and network events in his signature orange pants. “People recognize the pants and associate me with Huis ter Duin. I very much identify with the hotel. That's just who I am and I can be completely myself at the hotel.”
You have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the beach and keep everyone’s full attention at the same time.
Ice cream and sand sculptures
![Portrait Coen van Veen at Breakers beach house Portrait Coen van Veen at Breakers beach house](https://www.holland.com/upload_mm/2/a/3/82123_fullimage_portret coen van veen bij breakers © bring yourself_1150x663.jpg)
The attraction of the beach never gets old. When people are shown around the hotel and the multifunctional rooms, they always go straight for the windows to enjoy the sea view. During meetings it’s also just a few steps away to take a quick break for a breath of fresh, salty, sea air. “We use the beach year-round for activities. It can range from something simple like going out for an ice cream, building sand sculptures or even helping to clean up the beach.”
At the hotel, no two days are alike. “Sure, there is a routine in my work, but every day is different, and that is exactly what I like, just like the ever-changing sea views.”