Tjibbe Gaastra is an experienced professional with a strong background in global bid management and product strategy, currently serving as the Sr. Director of Global Bid Management at HERE Technologies since September 2013. Gaastra has a comprehensive history in the automotive sector, having previously held roles such as Director of Global Bid Management and Director of Global Go-to-Market & Operations. Prior to HERE Technologies, Gaastra worked at Nokia HERE and NAVTEQ, where responsibilities included leading product management and go-to-market strategies across various regions. Earlier experience includes roles at NAVIGON and TomTom, focusing on content management and online products, and starting a career at ARS Traffic & Transport Technology as a project manager and software architect. Gaastra holds an educational background from De Haagse Hogeschool / The Hague University of Applied Sciences.