Barbara Wijnen

Barbara Wijnen is an experienced marketing professional currently serving as the Group Manager of Marketing Programs and Events for Europe at Avanade since February 2007. In this role, Barbara focuses on creating and managing marketing programs and campaigns across multiple European countries, event management, partner marketing, and reporting for European marketing reviews with global leadership. Additionally, Barbara leads the DiversAbility Employee Network's marketing and communications efforts in Europe. Previous positions include Manager of Alliances & Partner Marketing Europe and Events Lead Europe, where Barbara developed a successful European networking events program. Barbara's career began with roles such as Office Manager at LocalEyes Netherlands and TBWA, and Secretary at Planoform Amsterdam. Barbara holds a degree in Communication and Marketing from NCOI Opleidingen and has completed various training programs, including Agile Scrum Foundation and Account-Based Marketing.