Rens de Jong moderated the 'Smart City' conference, focusing on urban innovation and sustainable development. His role involved guiding discussions among experts and policymakers on how technology can be leveraged to create more efficient and livable urban environments.

Rens de Jong launched 'Werkverkenners', a podcast series on BNR Nieuwsradio that investigates trends and changes in the labor market. The series explores topics such as automation, remote work, and the future of employment, providing listeners with insights into the evolving world of work.

Rens de Jong published 'De Ondernemersboek', a book aimed at providing practical insights and advice for entrepreneurs. Drawing from his extensive experience in business journalism, the book offered readers strategies for success and featured interviews with successful entrepreneurs.

Rens de Jong expanded his journalistic repertoire by hosting 'De Techniektour', a program dedicated to exploring technological innovations and their impact on society. Through this series, he delved into cutting-edge developments and interviewed leading figures in the tech industry.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to radio journalism, Rens de Jong was awarded the Marconi Award. This prestigious accolade highlighted his ability to engage listeners with insightful analysis and compelling storytelling in the realm of business and economic news.

Rens de Jong launched the radio program 'Zakendoen met Rens de Jong' on BNR Nieuwsradio. The show focused on business and entrepreneurship, featuring interviews with industry leaders and discussions on economic trends, further solidifying his reputation in the field of economic journalism.

Rens de Jong began his career at BNR Nieuwsradio, where he quickly established himself as a versatile journalist. His work focused on economic and business news, and he became known for his ability to explain complex financial topics to a broad audience.