Willem Wijnans

Willem Wijnans is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with extensive experience in driving recruitment and community initiatives across various sectors, particularly within the EMEA/APAC regions. Currently serving as the Community and Talent Advisory Lead at Ashby since September 2020, Willem has played a pivotal role in expanding Ashby's community efforts and transitioning companies to the platform. Previously, Willem held significant roles such as Head of Recruitment at VanMoof, leading a global team during a major company expansion, and Talent Acquisition Lead at Aula, an EdTech company. With a background in technical recruiting at Improbable and various start-ups, Willem also has experience mentoring emerging companies on effective hiring strategies. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources from HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht.