Kees van Bekkum

Kees van Bekkum is a seasoned sales leader with over 30 years of experience in the IT industry, currently serving as the VP of Strategic Accounts EMEA at SUSE following its acquisition of StackState in 2024. Previously, Kees held leadership roles at inSided, transforming their business model and significantly increasing Annual Recurring Revenue. Kees also played a pivotal role at CA Technologies and RES Software, where they established robust sales organizations and drove substantial revenue growth. Kees's expertise encompasses sales management, operational execution, and the development of go-to-market strategies, with a focus on maximizing customer loyalty and revenue. Additionally, Kees contributes as an Advisory Board Member at Alyx, advocating for the empowerment of women in tech.