Thomas Kleine Schaars

Thomas Kleine Schaars has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Thomas currently holds the position of Senior Product Manager at Fastned, where they focus on delivering the best fast-charging experience for electric vehicle drivers. Prior to this, they served as a Product Manager at Fastned, specializing in the Fastned mobile app, customer payments, and network/charger management solution.

Before joining Fastned, Thomas worked at FrieslandCampina, where they held multiple roles, including Program Manager Outdoor Grazing/Product Manager, Product Manager, Business Analyst Corporate IT, and Graduate Intern Quality & Sustainability. In these positions, they managed the Outdoor Grazing program, combined with the product management role. Thomas also gained experience in business analysis and sustainability.

Additionally, Thomas participated in the Slow Food Youth Network Academy in 2017, where they gained insights into the challenges and opportunities in the food system. Thomas also served as the Chairman of Beat It - Utrecht Student Squash Club from 2015 to 2016.

Furthermore, Thomas gained research experience as a Research Intern at Rabobank, focusing on Food & Agribusiness Research and Advisory. Thomas also completed an internship in Economic Affairs at the Embassy of the Netherlands in New Zealand.

Overall, Thomas Kleine Schaars has a strong background in product management, program management, business analysis, and sustainability, with experience in the energy, dairy, and finance industries.

Thomas Kleine Schaars has a strong educational background, with an emphasis on geography and economics. Thomas first attended the Etty Hillesum Lyceum from 2002 to 2008, where they obtained their VWO diploma with a focus on Economy & Society. Following their secondary education, they enrolled at Utrecht University, completing their Bachelor of Science degree in Human Geography from 2008 to 2012. Continuing their education at the same institution, Thomas pursued a Master of Science degree in Economic Geography from 2013 to 2015.