The role of technology leaders is changing rapidly. Today’s digital and tech managers are expected to do more than deliver systems—they must shape strategy, drive innovation, and create real business impact in an AI-driven world.

To support this next generation of leaders, NextGen Tech Leaders (powered by CIO Platform Nederland) and Luiss University are launching the NextGen Tech Leaders Executive Program — a unique opportunity to accelerate your leadership journey.

Exclusive Masterclass Tech leadership in the era of AI
Join an exclusive online masterclass on the 25th of June from 4-5pm. In this session, Hylke Sprangers, professor Luiss University (Rome, Amsterdam) and co-initiator NextGen Tech Leaders Community, will explore four essential dimensions of AI leadership: examining business impact, shaping AI technology strategy, redesigning operating models for AI, and leadership implications. What are the challenges, trade-offs, and possible solutions? One interactive hour for digital and technology managers to start or accelerate the AI journey in their organisations. 

NextGen Tech Leaders Executive Program | Start October 2026
Leading technology is increasingly demanding. Managers must balance technical capabilities with strategic objectives, reliable operations with continuous innovation, and short-term delivery with long-term vision. The NextGen Tech Leaders Executive Program equips emerging digital and tech leaders with the skills, frameworks, and confidence to navigate these challenges and drive real business impact.

The program is intended for digital and tech managers and professionals with 5 to 10 years experience: heads of IT, digital managers, product leads, tech leads, AI and data managers, portfolio managers, and enterprise architects.

Program at a glance:

• 10 modules in five two-day blocks (Thursday and Friday)
• 3 personal coaching sessions
• 30 lecturers: professors, digital and tech executives, board members 
• University certificate upon completion
• Location: Luiss Business School, Nieuwe Herengracht 103, Amsterdam
• Language: English
• Start date: October 2026
• Tuition fee: standard €9.950 | CIO Platform Nederland members: €8.500

Interested to join the executive program as a participant?
Please contact Prof. Hylke Sprangers (Scientific Director) or Anneke Keller (Leadership Director) for more information. And join the online Masterclass on June 25th, your opportunity to meet the faculty, connect with fellow professionals, and get a first taste of what the program has to offer. Register for the Masterclass here.

Interested to join as content partner?
NextGen Tech Leaders invite organisations to partner with the program, by sending participants and/or contribute as guest lecturer, and co-develop the curriculum. As a partner, you position your organisation at the forefront of tech leadership development. Email Anneke Keller and Hylke Sprangers, they would love to hear from you!