Lize Hong

Co-Founder

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands17 yrs 9 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 15 years of experience in tech communications.
Expert in crafting compelling brand narratives.
Proven track record with global brands like Google and Uber.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic communications expert for tech startups and scaleups.

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Skills

Core Skills

Strategic CommunicationsPublic Affairs

Other Skills

Corporate CommunicationsPublic RelationsStart-up LeadershipCrisis CommunicationsLobbyingBusiness StrategyOnline AdvertisingMarketing ResearchMarketing StrategyCapital MarketsOnline MarketingMergers & AcquisitionsInternational Marketing

About

I help startup and scaleup founders turn their story into a growth engine. After 15+ years scaling global tech brands (Google, Uber) and 100+ startups, I’ve learned one thing: Clarity wins. Every time. That’s why we built OSÉ — a brand & communications studio for tech startups and scaleups. Through focused 3-week sprints, we help founders craft a clear story that lands and build a brand that wins. We cut straight to what matters: ► Defining your niche. ► Sharpening your story. ► Turning brand strategy into something your team actually uses. Because a strong story isn’t a “nice-to-have.” It’s how you win over customers, talent, and investors. A good idea and product gets you started. A clear story and stand out brand gets you chosen. If you’re ready to unlock faster growth, we can help. ⇒ ose-studio.com

Experience

17 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 10 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 11 mos

Current Experience

Osé

Co-Founder & Chief Messaging

Dec 2025 – Present · 5 mos · Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Remote

We are a brand and communications studio for tech startups and scaleups who need a bold brand, clear messaging, and fast results.

The fractionals

Co-Founder

Jun 2024 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

The Fractionals brings together fractional leaders to promote a new approach to business growth. It gives companies instant access to top-tier senior expertise that many can't afford full-time.
We're introducing fractional leadership to Europe via our Amsterdam-based executive community.

Elysian aircraft

Communications Director (Fractional)

Jul 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Responsible for all communications, PR and media for Elysian Aircraft.

Venture vox

Founder

Apr 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo · Amsterdam

1:1 strategic communications services for startups and scale ups challenging the status quo.
Projects include:
Elysian Aircraft
eternal.ag
Ministry of Economic Affairs
Schiphol Airport
Twelve
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Public AffairsCorporate CommunicationsPublic RelationsStrategic Communications

Source.ag

VP of Communications and Public Affairs

May 2021 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos · Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Uber

2 roles

Head of Public Policy, Uber Eats EMEA

Feb 2020 – Jun 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

Head of Communications, Benelux

Oct 2018 – Feb 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos

Small girls pr

Group Director

Jul 2016 – Oct 2018 · 2 yrs 3 mos · New York, New York, United States

Led the consumer team at Small Girls PR, representing global consumer brands and emerging tech companies including Olay, GANT, DoorDash, Rent The Runway, Thred Up. Developed strategic communications programs to drive business objectives while driving maximum global media exposure.

Clarity pr

Senior Account Manager

Jul 2015 – Jun 2016 · 11 mos · Greater New York City Area

Helped early tech startups launch and later stage startups grow in the US, through PR and media positioning. Clarity PR is global tech communications agency with offices in North America and Europe.

Google

2 roles

Corporate Communications

Jul 2012 – Jun 2015 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Led economic impact and consumer PR campaigns for the Benelux, including Google Glass, YouTube, Maps, Search, online ads for SMEs.

Account Manager - Large Advertisers

Jun 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr 2 mos · Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Working with a set client portfolio to help shape their digital marketing, advertising and content strategy to help their business grow, through market analysis, consultation and 360 proposals.

Rabobank

Corporate Management Trainee

Jul 2009 – Jun 2011 · 1 yr 11 mos

Assignments included: trade and commodities, mergers and acquisitions, and equities.

Ing

Market Research Project

May 2008 – Sep 2008 · 4 mos · Istanbul, Turkey

Conducted market research to design and propose the corporate rebranding strategy for ING Bank in Turkey, after the acquisition of Turkish bank Oyak. Final results and marketing plan were presented to the ING Executive Board.

Philips lighting

Marketing Communications Associate

Oct 2007 – Apr 2008 · 6 mos · Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Consulate general of the netherlands

Communications and Public Affairs Associate

Jan 2007 – Jan 2008 · 1 yr · Vietnam

Organized a two-week cultural and business event to promote the trade relations between Netherlands and Vietnam, consisting of a business conference, open air art exhibition, a series of classical concerts with cross-country orchestra collaboration, and a national University competition. Responsible for the event organization, marketing strategy, press relations, government relations and corporate sponsors.