Reach for the stars – John Caspar, sixfold commander Space Shuttle
Jean-Pierre has been advising start and scale ups on geopolitics, government Affairs and relations and has been a career advisor to former Ministers, MP’s and executive leaders in the private sector. He was a Dutch diplomat and Ambassador for over 25 years with postings in Brussels, Vienna, Tel Aviv, New York (UN), the Caribbean, Warsaw. He was head of the Royal Philips office in Brussels. Until 2026 he was board member, chief corporate affairs and director Netherlands of Nexperia, the chips manufacturer. Jean-Pierre is an avid sportsman, as practicioner and spectator.
Who or what provided your possibilities?
Father Floor de Grauw, a family friend
This year marks the 14th anniversary of our well-known Honorary Discussions. This event presents the perfect opportunity to get to know students’ perceptions of various issues while sharing your own experience and insights with them. During the Honorary Discussions, 40 inspiring managers from the top of the business field and other fields of expertise will…