Joost-Jan Waanders

Joost-Jan Waanders is the Country Manager for Cardiac Rhythm Management at Abbott in the Netherlands, with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and Medtech healthcare industry, particularly in cardiovascular sales, marketing, and management. They have worked for 15 years in an international matrix environment, holding full P&L responsibility and managing multiple teams. Joost-Jan has demonstrated strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, contributing to significant business growth, the successful launch of innovative products, and the development of key educational programs. They are a member of the EMEA leadership team and are known for their customer-focused approach and ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.