Ruud Claassen

Ruud Claassen is a seasoned finance professional currently serving as the Regional Manager Finance & Sales Operations for Middle Europe at Axis Communications since December 2018. Claassen's extensive experience includes previous roles as Regional Manager for Southern Europe and Distribution Manager, emphasizing finance, sales operations, and internal governance. Prior to Axis Communications, Claassen contributed to FrieslandCampina in various financial leadership positions, including Business Controller and Finance Manager in Myanmar, where significant improvements in financial processes and team development were achieved. Claassen holds an Executive Master's degree in Finance & Control from TIAS School for Business and Society and a Master's degree in Controlling and Logistics Management from Tilburg University. Additionally, a year of world travel enriched Claassen's global perspective.