2Gerda Concepts Productions

H ave you ever felt like you had to shrink yourself to fit into a space that wasn’t built for all of you? Like you had to choose between different sides of yourself just to be understood? I have. And that’s exactly why 2gerda was born. At first glance, it may seem like just a name—a creative mash-up of my birthdate, the first three letters of my first name, and the first two of my last name. But 2gerda is so much more than that. It’s a reflection of my identity, my beliefs, and the way I choose to exist in this world. A Wordplay on Unity & Wholeness Say 2gerda out loud. Notice how it sounds like together ? That’s no coincidence. This name is a deliberate wordplay—a fusion of unity, connection, and the refusal to leave any part of myself behind. I didn’t just want a brand name. I wanted a concept that represents everything I stand for. In a world that often pushes people into neat little boxes, 2gerda is my way of breaking free. It’s a reminder that I don’t have to be just o...

Hello & Welcome! I’m Gertrude Otupiri Darko . If you knew me growing up, you might recognize me as Trudy, Rudy, Gert, Gerty, Geertruida, or even Gertruudie (shoutout to those who gracefully and boldly ruined my name!). But, I prefer Dat_afrikaans.kindje Gertrude Darko . Born and raised in the vibrant heart of Accra, Ghana, I made the big move to the Netherlands in 2017—and what a journey it has been! A Dream Fueled by Wanderlust Growing up, I have always being in love with the idea of that travel and discovery. The thrill of experiencing different cultures, cuisines, and traditions has fascinated me for as long as I can remember. That passion led me to study Culinary and later Travel and Hospitality Management (Tourism & Marketing). My goal has always been simple: to explore the world and help others do the same. A Rocky Road in Dutch Tourism Moving to the Netherlands wasn’t all smooth sailing. Breaking into the tourism industry here was harder than I expected. Finding intern...