In this episode, explore the remarkable journey of Vincentia Rosen-Sandiford as she navigates her path from early beginnings in The Netherlands, Sint Maarten, and Dominica. Discover how she overcame numerous challenges and evolved from studying Management, Economics, and Law to becoming the Director of the Bureau of Intellectual Property in Sint Maarten.

Welcome to SunSide Kingdom!
The place where we highlight Dutch Caribbean Role Models making impact in the world!

Thanks to Simpson Bay Resort for hosting us for the day in Sint Maarten.
You guys were amazing!
https://simpsonbayresortandmarina.com/

You can find Vincentia Rosen-Sandiford on:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentia-rosen-sandiford-2976522b/

Bureau for Intellectual Property Sint Maarten (BIP) on:
Website: https://www.bip.sx
FB: https://www.facebook.com/bip.sx
IG: https://www.instagram.com/bip_sxm/

You can find John also on:
Website: https://www.jamsandiford.com
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jamsandiford
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamsandiford

Chapters:
00:00 - Teaser
10:18 - Highlight Moment: Moving to Dominica
16:00 - 17 year old HAVO Graduate, what's next?
21:10 - Helping girls get an education in Afghanistan
26:06 - How does your Caribbean background influence your career?
29:33 - After graduation, before Directorship!
32:15 - Setting boundaries (Glass half-full)
36:30 - Go out there and fight for it! 
1:09:28 - Thanks (Outro)