Micky Adriaansens appointed chair of Nyenrode Business University

Micky Adriaansens will assume the role of chair of Nyenrode Business University from 1st February 2025. Adriaansens, who served as Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate in the Rutte IV cabinet from 2022 to 2024, brings a wealth of experience from her career in consultancy, business, and politics, including her tenure as managing director of consultancy firm Twynstra Gudde.

Petri Hofsté, chair of the Nyenrode Foundation, welcomed the appointment: “We are delighted with the appointment of Micky Adriaansens as chair of Nyenrode Business University. Both Nyenrode and Adriaansens highly value innovation and sustainability. With her extensive experience in consulting, business, and the public and political domains, she will significantly boost Nyenrode’s strategy and its collaboration with the business community in the current context of geopolitical, sustainability, and transformative technological developments.”

Adriaansens commented: “The business world is in a turbulent phase due to the rapidly changing geopolitical situation, the pressure for sustainability, and the development of new technologies. Nyenrode Business University helps companies navigate through research and education. I am eager to further develop Nyenrode as a business university and strengthen its ties with the business community and other stakeholders.”

During her time as Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate, Adriaansens prioritised improving the business climate, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainability within the industry. At Twynstra Gudde, she led one of the Netherlands’ largest management consulting firms.

Adriaansens succeeds Dr Koen Becking, who stepped down as chair on 1 October 2024. She joins Drs Jolanda Lamse-Minderhoud, CFO and vice-chair, and Prof Dr Barbara Majoor, rector magnificus, completing Nyenrode’s University Board.

Nyenrode Business University, founded in 1946, combines academic theory, practical relevance, and personal development to prepare students for leadership roles. With an emphasis on sustainability and international orientation, the university offers a range of programs in business, management, accountancy, and tax law.