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May 15, 2026
The Future of Work: Talent, Flexibility and AI with Meryem El Bouyahyaoui & Anna Noorda
On stage, Meryem El Bouyahyaoui (CIO Woonstad Rotterdam, board member D&I CIO Platform Nederland) and Anna Noorda (Switch to Digital, NLdigital) share their vision on redefining talent and work in the AI era.
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May 13, 2026
Hack the Boat: Cyber security in action, with Hans Quivooij (CISO, Damen Shipyards)
Hack the Boat is not just a presentation. It’s an experience.
Join Hans Quivooij (CISO, Damen Shipyards Group) together with ON2IT for a high‑impact session that takes you into the world of real‑life cyberattacks on maritime systems — and, even more importantly, shows you how to stop them.
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May 11, 2026
Vibecoding with Remy Gieling: Turning Ideas into Working Solutions
Join an energetic, hands‑on session led by Remy Gieling. This workshop lowers technical barriers, allowing you to fully focus on creation and experimentation. Dive into the latest developments in Agentic AI and explore leading AI tools such as #Lovable.
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May 11, 2026
Beyond digital dependence: A perspective by Prof. dr. Haroon Sheikh
With his broad vision on technology and society, Prof. dr. Haroon Sheikh challenges us to rethink sovereignty. In this inspiring break-out session, he takes us on a journey under the title: ‘Beyond digital dependence’.
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May 7, 2026
We’re growing! CIO Platform Netherlands is looking for an Event Coordinator (20 hours)!
Do you get energized by organising well-structured events, staying in touch with members, and creating strong content? Do you enjoy working independently within a close-knit team, and do you have an affinity with digital transformation? Then this could be your opportunity.
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May 7, 2026
Making Digital Transformation Stick with Gabriela Popescu (CIO Versuni)
In her break-out session “From ambition to adoption: making digital transformation stick,” the focus is on democratizing technology: demonstrating value and building a technologically skilled organization.
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April 30, 2026
Annual Day on June 4th featuring Jan Hein Tempelman
Our Annual Day offers an exclusive, interactive workshop led by Jan‑Hein Tempelman, Six Sigma Black Belt at The Lean Six Sigma Company. In “From AI and Automation to Measurable Business Value through Lean Transformation,” you will discover how to turn technology into concrete, demonstrable business impact.
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April 30, 2026
Alexander Zwart (Rabobank), speaker at the Jaardag on June 4th
We are proud to announce our next speaker: Alexander Zwart, CIO at Rabobank and winner of the most recent CIO of the Year Award. On stage, he will lead us through an inspiring session titled “How Do You Become CIO of the Year?”
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April 29, 2026
STACKIT DPIA: A European cloud alternative under review
The Dutch government has recently published a DPIA on the use of STACKIT cloud services. The report provides relevant insights into the privacy aspects of a European cloud provider. Below is a concise summary of the key findings and considerations.
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April 23, 2026
Simone Werner becomes the new CIO and CDO at UWV
Members in the News: Simone Werner has been appointed as the new Chief Information Officer (CIO) of UWV. As of 1 May 2026, she will lead the digital direction of the public agency. In her dual role as CIO and Chief Data Officer (CDO), Werner will have end responsibility for the digital strategy, information management, and the organization’s complex data landscape.
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April 23, 2026
Great leadership starts with dreaming | An impression of the NextGen Tech Leaders Dream Festival
Strategic thinking does not start with plans, but with dreams. During the Dream Festival, tech leaders came together to step away from today’s operations and dare to look toward tomorrow. This is what happens when ambition, imagination, and leadership come together.
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April 2, 2026
Interview NextGen Tech Leaders | How emerging and established IT leaders strengthen each other
Hylke Sprangers and Pleuni van Rooij show that the IT leader of tomorrow grows through collaboration with the current generation. NextGen Tech Leaders (powered by CIO Platform Nederland) highlights how experienced and emerging leaders strengthen one another and are better equipped together to navigate technological acceleration.
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April 2, 2026
Speaker Announcement Dream Festival - NextGen Tech Leaders
“What it takes”: rising FC Utrecht talent Carmen Werkhoven shares what it truly takes to break through at the highest level. Her story reveals the mindset, discipline, and drive that make the difference between having talent - and turning talent into achievement.
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March 27, 2026
PostNL advances its AI‑first strategy
Members in the News: Willem‑Jan van Tongeren, CIO of PostNL, speaks in EW Magazine about how PostNL is further digitalizing its services through a clear AI‑first strategy. The organization was recently awarded the Silver International CX Award for Best Digital Customer Experience – Strategic Approach.
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March 12, 2026
The speakers for Dream Festival 2026 have been announced!
Dream Festival 2026 is almost here! The key moment for everyone in the NextGen Tech Leaders community who wants to think bigger, lead smarter and shape the future of tech. With an inspiring speaker lineup and a focus on bold ideas and strategic vision, this is the place where future leaders grow. Bring another next‑gen talent with you and don’t miss out.
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March 6, 2026
Orbia Pune GCC focuses on AI‑driven growth
Members in the News: Andrea Bergamini (Vice President and Chief Information Officer) recently spoke with Shalini Mondal of Analytics India Magazine about Orbia’s digital strategy.
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