Ward van Breda

Ward van Breda is an accomplished technology leader currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Eraneos, where responsibility includes steering technology vision and innovation. With extensive experience, including roles as Director at both NeedForward BV and Sentimentics BV, contributions focus on IT and Data Strategy, digital transformation, and advanced analytics. Additional advisory roles at Philips and various institutions emphasize expertise in AI development and data management. Prior experience includes leadership positions in data science and engineering at Stedin, along with editorial responsibilities at Frontiers. Educational credentials feature a PhD in Machine Learning and MSc in Artificial Intelligence from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, complemented by a BSc in Cognitive Psychology from Erasmus University Rotterdam.