Hidde Terpoorten

Hidde Terpoorten is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in data exchange, innovation strategy, and risk management. Currently serving as the CEO and Founder of HYFEN since September 2020, Hidde focuses on compliant data exchange and responsible software development. Prior to this role, Hidde was an Innovation Lead at APG from February 2013 to September 2020, where the responsibilities included building a Blockchain/DLT innovation strategy and leading a multidisciplinary blockchain team. Hidde also held positions in enterprise risk management and conducted thesis research on economic capital and operational risk. Early career experiences include project work at Imtech N.V., strategy support at the University of Twente, and serving as chairman for the Interstedelijk Studenten Overleg, the Netherlands' largest student organization. Hidde holds a Master's degree in Financial Engineering and Management and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Twente, along with additional training in change management from Nyenrode Business University.