AT THE HEART OF TUESDAY: MAKING MEETINGS FUN AND INSPIRING

Step outside Rotterdam Central Station and one of the first things you see is the iconic Millennium Tower. How about ditching those drab old conference rooms and holding your next meeting fully catered high up in that skyscraper? Tuesday is powered by a young team committed to making every meeting a stellar experience. Martine Lekkerkerker and Marischka de Knoop are part of that team, taking care of every detail to ensure meetings go off without a hitch. From the 23rd floor, with views stretching across the city as far as The Hague and Utrecht, your Tuesday meeting is guaranteed to be unforgettable.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE TUESDAY CONCEPT?

Martine: “Research shows that meetings occupy a big chunk of working hours. The pandemic changed the way we work, as many people had to produce from home. That also made meetings more of a distinct event. Tuesday responds to that, arranging meetings that are fun and enjoyable, easy and worthwhile.”

Marischka: “Depending on the style of meeting, we offer a number of packages. We have a variety of rooms – one with no table, for example, to bring people closer together – as well as creative ingredients like games, hourglasses and the location itself. We also cater to both brain and body, kick-starting the day with a ginger shot, or with a brainfood lunch package featuring delicious salads or a nut bar.”

WHERE DID THE NAME TUESDAY COME FROM?

Martine: “Tuesday is the best day to hold a meeting. It’s typically the day that most people are at the office. And it’s the perfect day of the week: not straight after the weekend, but still early in the week when energy levels are high. Here, every day is Tuesday, so it’s always a good day to get together.”

YOU’VE GOT ALL KINDS OF GADGETS TO MAKE MEETINGS FUN. HOW HAVE PEOPLE RESPONDED TO THAT?

Marischka: “The hourglasses are very popular. Meetings can easily feel drawn-out and dull, and this is a super simple way to press reset. Setting a time limit breaks topics up and keeps people focused. This gadget gets a lot of mileage, especially in creative meetings to keep things spontaneous and interesting. It also sparks moments of humour that are very valuable for teams. But equally, I think it’s just hugely important to change things up by coming here for new stimuli and fresh inspiration.”

Martine: “Each item serves a specific purpose, and with the background information we provide, they are always well-received. Slow coffee, for example, offers a calm moment to power up before a meeting. Beyond that, Tuesday’s biggest trump card is that we also offer catering this high up. In Rotterdam, that’s pretty unique. It’s a place where you can combine a meeting with drinks afterwards. That adds a personal dimension, so people can chat outside the confines of a formal discussion.”

WHAT DO YOU MOST ENJOY ABOUT YOUR JOBS AT TUESDAY?

Martine: “The fact that it combines a professional orientation with a playful touch to make meetings special and creative. And the bottom line is that what we do genuinely makes gatherings more productive.”

Marischka: “The dynamic environment makes the work a lot of fun. No two days are the same, and that also makes our teamwork very important. We’re a young company and concerned with current issues such as sustainability: separating waste, working with local partners and investing in beautiful durable materials that will last for years to come.”

Martine Lekkerkerker

BOOKING OFFICE EMPOLYEE AND HOST

Favourite spot in RCD: Besides Tuesday, of course, I think De Doelen is an amazing spot for a lunchtime concert.

Hobbies: Cycling.

Marischka De Knoop

HEAD OF BOOKING OFFICE

Favourite spot in RCD: Of course, I love Tuesday’s location on the 23rd floor of the Milleniumtower. I can’t get enough of the view I get to enjoy every day. Hobbies: Travel and going out having fun with friends.