Erica Schaper

Erica Schaper is a seasoned leader currently serving as Vicevoorzitter at RUN – European University and as Voorzitter of the stuurgroep at Universiteit van het Noorden, both positions held since January 2024. As Vicevoorzitter of Vereniging Hogescholen and Voorzitter of College van Bestuur at NHL Stenden hogeschool since October 2017, Erica has extensive governance experience. Additionally, Erica holds key roles such as Voorzitter of the board at Zelfstandige Publieke Werkgevers and Penningmeester of Innovatiepact Fryslân. Other commitments include membership on the raad van toezicht at PCOU Willibrord and Centre of Expertise Water Technology, as well as previous involvement with Vereniging Circulair Fryslan. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Rural Sociology from Wageningen University & Research and an MBA from INSEAD, complemented by various leadership training programs.