Willem van der Velden

Willem van der Velden is a seasoned professional in data science and consultancy, currently serving as a member of the Advisory Board for the Commercial Economics Digital Business Concepts program at Fontys Hogeschool since October 2023. In this role, Willem acts as a liaison between academia and the data/consultancy sector, ensuring the educational program aligns with market needs. Willem's experience includes positions at Alliander, working on advanced analytics projects, and as a Data Science Consultant at ElastIQ-Connect. Notable previous roles include a Data Engineer/Scientist at Lamb Weston Meijer and a Data Scientist/AI Engineer at Santander Consumer Finance, where Willem contributed to automating processes through data-driven solutions. Willem holds a Master's degree in Cognitive Science & Artificial Intelligence from Tilburg University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Fontys University of Applied Sciences.