Reineke Timmermans possesses extensive experience in public affairs, innovation, and industrial policy, currently serving in roles at VNO-NCW and the NWO KIC programme. Previous positions include board memberships at Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartfonds and SpaceNed, and managerial roles at Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands B.V. and Vereniging FME-CWM. Timmermans has also held significant positions in the Dutch government, providing policy advice on international technology cooperation and parliamentary matters. An educational background includes a Master's degree cum laude in History of International Relations from Utrecht University, a certificate in European Affairs from the University of Strasbourg, and a certificate from the International Space University.