Bio

We must unlock data for common purposes. And do so ethically. I'm leading efforts to create a new flexible data governance model that allows for the combination of data from personal, commercial, and government sources. Helping public and private sector, my team creates forward-looking, interoperable, and trustworthy data policies to fuel innovation and accelerate the responsible use of data. This build on my unique combination of experiences as a business professional with Global Fortune 100 company in emerging tech (blockchain etc), strategy, business development, international management, supply chain logistics, sales, operations, negotiations, innovation and optimization. Shape global, regional and industry agendas on systemic transformations driven by advances in science and technology, including digital identity, cybersecurity, personal data protection, interoperability, governance and ethical deployment of innovation. Published in over 100 articles, 20 papers and spoke in more than 20 countries. Expertise in foreign markets, with an extensive international network. Lived and worked in Asia, Africa, Europe and the last 10+ years the Americas. On Languages: Afrikaans (native); English (fluent); Danish & Dutch (intermediate); Mandarin (basic). Passionate globetrotter, public speaker and have trekked four of world’s highest mountain ranges . B.A. Stellenbosch University, South Africa. MBA, Kellogg School of Management.