Anke den Ouden

Former Area Vice President/CEO of Microsoft Netherlands

The sky is not the limit but only the beginning and Manage your time, know your priorities, enjoy life, leave your mark.

Having worked for 28 years at Microsoft, last role as Area Vice President Netherlands and before held many leadership roles like GM for 24 countries in Central Eastern Europe, Russia, Poland, Germany, EMEA HQ within the business an consumer markets. My career started at MARS confectionery Germany in various roles. My personal beliefs and values are around developing professionals recognizing their strength, having a learning and critical thinking mindset, can do mentality and drive outcomes that create true impact. With all the upcoming changes this is becoming more important, as well as teamwork, collaboration, building bridges and communication. I get my energy out of sports, travelling, cooking, reading and everything new that sparks my curiosity. I support woman in Tech, D&I, Giving Back and education in many ways.

 

How do I build bridges?

For me this is having a vision where you want to take the team, ensure everybody is bought in and connecting the dots to make the difference through adaptability. I have done this in every role I started. It is all about people, make them part and create togetherness to reach what was agreed.

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Activities with Anke den Ouden

Nov 4

Honorary Discussions

  • 12:00 - 18:00
  • Wereldmuseum, Rotterdam

This year the 13th edition of our well-known Honorary Discussions will take place. This event is the perfect opportunity for you to share your perceptions on various topics such as AI and globalisation under pressure, with over 40 Honorary Guests and your fellow students.  During the Honorary Discussions, over 40 inspiring speakers from the top…