Our purpose
Reduce the gap between international markets by connecting entrepreneurs, enabling partnerships, and supporting smooth entry into new markets.
IDEAH connects Dutch, Asian, and Surinamese entrepreneurs through trusted networking, mentorship, cultural exchange, and international business opportunities.
IDEAH is a growing business association for Dutch, Asian, and Surinamese entrepreneurs. Established in the Netherlands, it is a collaborative platform where importers, exporters, wholesalers, and distributors connect and grow together.
We offer a platform for business growth, partnerships, and global expansion. Our community includes 200+ members across sectors such as medical, garments, IT, hospitality, entertainment, and more.
IDEAH promotes collaboration, mentorship, and shared opportunities across borders so entrepreneurs can enter new markets with stronger relationships and better guidance.
Every IDEAH program is designed around four practical outcomes for members.
The association helps entrepreneurs reduce distance between markets by creating practical relationships, visibility, and confidence.
Reduce the gap between international markets by connecting entrepreneurs, enabling partnerships, and supporting smooth entry into new markets.
Create a strong business network across regions, helping members share ideas, opportunities, resources, and connections.
Become the leading Indo-European entrepreneurial network through cooperation, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Business networking events and member meetups.
Useful trade, market, and logistics knowledge.
Cross-border collaboration and introductions.
Guidance for startups and established companies.
A platform to support and promote each other's businesses.
IDEAH began in Amstelveen, Netherlands as a platform for entrepreneurs to connect and grow.
The community grew to 100 members and local networking events helped members share opportunities.
More entrepreneurs joined, especially from Asian and Surinamese backgrounds, creating richer and more diverse networks.
Strategic partnerships began expanding IDEAH into India, Suriname, and Morocco.
200+ members, international business forums, and expos for members worldwide.
IDEAH was born out of a simple vision: to create a space where Indian and Dutch entrepreneurs could help each other thrive globally. Our journey has just begun, and the possibilities at IDEAH are endless. I invite you to be a part of this exciting network.
Vijay Sharma, Founder, IDEAH
IDEAH is a global business network connecting Indo-Dutch, Asian, and Surinamese entrepreneurs through partnerships, mentorship, and international trade.
KRINGLOOP 167, 1186GW Amstelveen, Netherlands - KVK Number: 70995265