Speakers

A Dutch citizen with a distinguished career in retailing, real-estate and banking, Tjeerd is a transformative leader whose insights have shaped the industry. For over 20 years, Tjeerd served on the management board of the C&A-Group, one of Europe’s largest apparel retail chains, excelling in diverse leadership roles, including CFO, COO, and CEO of C&A Germany. During this time, he played a pivotal role in driving the company’s strategic direction, operational excellence, and growth and expansion across European markets.

Since leaving C&A six years ago, Tjeerd has continued to influence the retail world in innovative ways. Taking on various advisory roles, he has helped businesses adapt to complex challenges and unlock opportunities in an ever-changing environment. In addition, he co-founded NET4BOARDS, a unique strategic advising boutique that empowers boards and executives to embrace long-term thinking and succeed in highly dynamic landscapes.

Passionate about the future, Tjeerd focuses on how long-term trends, technology, geopolitics, and societal shifts are transforming the retail industry. By combining decades of experience with an ability to anticipate trends, he inspires businesses to rethink their strategies and adapt to emerging realities.