Theo Peters

Consul General of the Netherlands in San Francisco. Building bridges with the 13 westernmost US states. Let's solve global challenges together.

[Birgitta Tazelaar @NLAmbassadorUSA]

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT by standing with the LGBTIQ+ 🏳️‍🌈 community. As we celebrate 25 years of marriage equality in the NL🇳🇱, we know our work isn't done. The march toward equality continues. We stand for the rights of all LGBTIQ+ persons. 🏳️‍⚧️ #LoveIsLove

[Birgitta Tazelaar @NLAmbassadorUSA]

Today, the flags wave high for freedom! 🇳🇱 On Dutch #LiberationDay, we celebrate the end of WWII and the enduring bond between the Netherlands and the United States. We will never forget the American service members who fought to restore our liberty.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

On May 5th, the Netherlands marks Liberation Day. We reflect on the end of the Second World War, and the fact that it enables us to live in freedom – while recognising that we must never take peace and freedom for granted.

[Netherlands Embassy in the US 🇳🇱🇺🇸 @NLintheUSA]

Happy Dutch-American Friendship Day! 🇺🇸 🇳🇱

Today we celebrate the official start of US-NL diplomatic relations. On April 19, 1782, John Adams was formally received by the States General in the Hague while seeking support for the Revolution.

[Netherlands Embassy in the US 🇳🇱🇺🇸 @NLintheUSA]

Happy Dutch-American Friendship Day! 🇺🇸🇳🇱

[Netherlands Embassy in the US 🇳🇱🇺🇸 @NLintheUSA]

Twenty-five years ago today, the Netherlands became the first country in the world to legalize marriage for same-sex couples. Celebrating 25 years of marriage equality is about more than marriage itself. It’s also about dignity, freedom, and human rights. 🏳️‍🌈 #LoveIsLove

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

📹 Female Founders at CES

At CES in Las Vegas, we sat down with female founders from the Dutch delegation to hear their perspectives on innovation, leadership, and building global companies.

👇 Check out the video below for their experiences at CES

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

💡Last week, the Netherlands was strongly represented at Photonics West in San Francisco.

The PIC Summit, hosted by @photondelta & @PlugandPlayTC, brought the full PIC value chain together. The Netherlands Pavilion organized by @PhotonicsNL showcased our thriving ecosystem.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

On #HolocaustRemembranceDay, we honour the memory of the victims of the Holocaust.

We will continue to stand up against antisemitism and hatred in all its forms.

In these times, vigilance is more important than ever.

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

📹⚡CES in 60 seconds

From sharing insights to connecting with investors, 41 innovative Dutch start-ups took part in the trade mission to CES 2026, showcasing their cutting-edge technologies on a global stage.

🎬 Watch the recap to relive a week of innovation in Las Vegas!

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🇳🇱 Dutch Trade Mission to RSAC 2026

Looking to expand your cybersecurity business and gain the latest insights into the industry? Join the Dutch trade mission to the RSA Conference in San Francisco from March 22-27.

Register here: https://t.co/xmiviFVe99

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

📣🗞️ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!

Check out the latest updates from our Dutch network across the West Coast. From CES to honoring WWII Maritime service, we’ve got a lot to share!

Read it here: https://t.co/NqVdK7Joqs

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🚀 🇳🇱 🇺🇸 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗔 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

CES 2026 is a wrap! 41 companies from the Netherlands showcased their cutting-edge innovations on the global tech stage in Las Vegas.

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🔬🧬This week, the Consulate General hosted a breakfast meeting in collaboration with Loyens & Loeff.

Panelists Elisabeth Thijssen, Sander van Deventer, Casper Hoogenraad and Brandon Fenn discussed scaling to the U.S. and key steps for European biotech growth.

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🚀 News from Dutch companies at CES

At CES, Dutch companies E-Magy, Qualinx, Bridge4IP and MorlaMoves have made special announcements, highlighting the strength of the Dutch tech ecosystem.

@NLAmbassadorUSA was present to congratulate the companies with their milestones.

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🎉 The NL Pavilion at CES was officially opened with a special unveiling together with CEO of @CTATech Gary Shapiro , President of CTA Kinsey Fabrizio and Ambassador @bmtazelaar.

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🇳🇱⏱️As we count down the last days to CES in Las Vegas, we're highlighting three companies that are contributing to the future of optical systems, integrated photonics, and digital health.

📍Meet these companies at the Netherlands Pavilion at CES, booth #62100

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🔐𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

At CES 2026, the latest Dutch cybersecurity technology will showcase how cutting-edge technology from the Netherlands is strengthening digital resilience worldwide. Meet the companies joining us at CES below👇

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

💡 At CES, Dutch innovation in energy materials will showcase cutting-edge technology and energy solutions.

Meet the energy innovators joining the trade mission to CES in Las Vegas👇

[Theo Peters @NLinSF]

🎄✨To all our partners on the West Coast, here is a special message from our Consul General Theo Peters.

Thank you for all the collaborations this past year and we look forward to more in 2026. Happy holidays!