Top-100 Non-Executive Directors: the prelude to more renewal?
Dick Boer is once again the most influential non-executive director in the Netherlands, but he is now flanked by a new number two: Miriam van Dongen. The list seems to offer opportunities for future renewal – although the significant number of women dropping off the list is concerning, and the ranking remains not very diverse.
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Jeroen Drost: ‘An Extensive Legislative does not Automatically Produce Superior Supervisors’
Appreciating that a company must play a sustainable and lasting role in society does not require codes or legislation, according to Jeroen Drost. He argues that more laws and rules only create a false sense of security. ‘Addressing excesses is more a matter of enforcement.’
Frederik van der Schoot and Gerbrand ter Brugge: 'An Opportunity Might Come Only Once'
Mergers and acquisitions specialist Oaklins Netherlands – part of an international organization with offices in over 40 countries – is the new knowledge partner of Management Scope. (Managing) partners discuss trends in corporate finance and more.
Issues on the AGM's Agenda in 2025
Companies will be facing significant challenges in 2025. What items will be on the agenda of the shareholders' meeting next year? At a seminar for company secretaries, organized by Management Scope and A&O Shearman in cooperation with Computershare, the principal issues were discussed.
Resi Becker: 'I Find the Combination Between Executive and Supervisory Board Stimulating'
Resi Becker has been CEO of energy supplier Essent for almost three years. Previously, she held various executive roles at PostNL for an extended time. Now, she wants to use her insights as a supervisory board member. This has earned her a spot in our Top-100 Supervisory Board Members for the first time.
‘Making the Best Decision with the Knowledge at Hand’
What actions should leaders take now to ensure they can confidently say in ten years that they made the right choices? Jumbo’s CEO shares his approach.
‘I Am Becoming More Outspoken in my role as Company Secretary’
The role of the company secretary is changing. Randstad's company secretary Jelle Miedema is fulfilling this role more proactively.
The world is not fully controllable, but public-private collaboration is
Johan Kerver, a management team member of evofenedex, on the three principles underpinning a successful new-style public-private partnership.
About the birds, the bees, and doing futureproof business
Pieter Hemels (ftrprf) had the privilege of opening the CETAF meeting in Madrid. He noticed the atmosphere changed when the substantive program started.
Ton Hillen (Heijmans): 'Rather overly Bold than Feeble Goals'
Ton Hillen, CEO of the Heijmans construction company, motivates people to action by formulating bold statements with his team.
Dustin Woodward: 'Focus on things that truly make a difference'
As President Europe of Royal FrieslandCampina, Dustin Woodward sees himself as the link between where the group is today and where it wants to go.
Safe use of AI in the Workplace: Guidelines are Essential
Deloitte advises Dutch companies to establish clear guidelines and policies regarding the use of GenAI in the workplace.
Acceleration asks effort by all parties
Hilde van der Baan and Gijs Linse of A&O Shearman see that entrepreneurs and business leaders are aware of their role in society. Now it comes down to pace.
‘Improvement is often simple’
CEO Ingrid Faber and multi-commissioner Jan Nooitgedagt share their views on public-private partnership and what is missing to make it successful.
Michael Reiziger (Jong Oranje): ‘Put the Team First, not Yourself’
Michael Reiziger: Leadership is about trust, collaboration, and executing a clear strategy to win.
Heleen Cocu-Wassink, Trudy Onland, and Mariëlle Vogt: 'We need to learn to experiment'
Heleen Cocu-Wassink, Trudy Onland and Mariëlle Vogt discuss the energy transition and industry challenges.
Hans Grünfeld and Frank Meens on industry sustainability
Hans Grünfeld (VEMW) and Frank Meens (Vattenfall) on how CO2 reduction barriers in the industry threaten climate goals and the tipping point they foresee.
Geerte Hesen (Ferrovial): 'Stable frameworks are crucial'
Geerte Hesen (Ferrovial) wants to do the right thing but sees the increasing number of laws and regulations as a significant challenge.
Netherlands Be Prepared: Trump’s choice is America First
Donald Trump is continuing the protectionist line of recent years. How can Dutch companies arm themselves against this?
Employee Well-being begins with Leader Well-being
According to Gielijn Arends, CEO of insurer elipsLife, leaders need to also foster their own well-being to achieve a more holistic approach.
Well-intentioned, but...
Pieter Hemels (ftrprf) wonders if all executives have the intention to leave the world a better place. Is ‘leaving the world a better place’ not often just a fortunate consequence or a compelling narrative?
The rise of the hybrid decision maker
Rudy Kuhn and Michiel Pieters (Celonis) explore three types of partnerships when AI is equipped with process knowledge for decision-making.
Marc van den Tweel (NOC*NSF): ‘Bottom line is the will to Excel’
The director at NOC*NSF is focused on building a strong sports culture that promotes positive change both within NOC*NSF and in the wider community.
Confronting the uncomfortable is a sensitive process
The transformation towards a sustainable, circular, and inclusive economy forces leaders to change course. Are we brave enough to make the necessary decisions?
‘Fortunately, I have not lost the ability to question myself’
An Lommers, head of risk and business assurance and corporate chief accountant at ASML, participated in Deloitte’s Women on Boards leadership program.
CFO Survey Deloitte: How to survive the CFO Triangle
Mohamed Bouker from Deloitte on the question every CFO should be asking themselves right now, plus four recommendations to find the right answer.
Pinar Abay (ING): ‘My Appointment Was a Bold Move for the Bank’
Pinar Abay, head of retail at ING, shook up the conservative banking world in Turkey. Now, she is based at the headquarters in Amsterdam.
Ronald Paul and Tjark Tjin-A-Tsoi: ‘Do Not Nip Innovation in the Bud’
Ronald Paul (TNO) and Tjark Tjin-A-Tsoi (Top Sector Logistics) note that the public-private cooperation meant to advance the logistics sector is stalling.
ESG Can Bridge the Gap Between Industry and Society
According to Hilde van der Baan and Gijs Linse (A&O Shearman) companies see ESG legislation as an opportunity to bridge the gap with society.
Pieter Hemels (ftrprf): 'Strategy Should Always be Future-Proof'
Ftrprf assists organizations to work on future-oriented transitions. Co-founder Pieter Hemels shares his thoughts on how companies can create impact.
Remuneration Policy: Vision Rather Than Box Ticking
Remuneration policies have, largely, become uniform, with companies keeping to the rules. This policy is questionable, writes Roel van der Weele (Deloitte).
Jan Rotmans: 'Without Faith in Progress, It Will Not Work'
The professor of transition studies advocates for less cynicism and negativity toward big companies, which are often perceived as bad actors.
Jeroen Smit on Fear and Courage
In his final column, Jeroen Smit writes that executives will have to lead the way in the great systemic transformation needed to make the economy sustainable, circular, and inclusive.
‘ESG as a Bridge Between Industry and Society’
The leaders in this round table see ESG legislation as a huge opportunity to restore the broken trust with society, but they also agree that greater realism is required.
Hans Meeuwis (Cosun): 'We Attribute a Heroic Role to Plants'
The CEO of Cosun wants to get the most out of its crops, contributing to the food transition and a further improvement in the farmer's income potential.
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