Frits Dirk van Paasschen

Frits Dirk van Paasschen is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in board leadership and advisory roles across various industries. Currently serving as a Non Executive Director at Amadeus and Williams-Sonoma, Inc., as well as a Board Member at J.Crew, Sonder Inc., and citizenM hotels, van Paasschen brings a wealth of knowledge to these organizations. Additionally, van Paasschen works as a Senior Advisor at TPG Global and an Advisor at BigSpring while engaging as a Keynote Speaker for BigSpeak Speakers Bureau, focusing on themes of leadership and change management. Educational qualifications include an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor's Degree in Biology and Economics from Amherst College, complemented by participation in the Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute.