Erik Houbolt

Erik Houbolt is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in global innovation within the consumer health and medical devices sectors. They have held various leadership roles at Philips, including Global Head of R&D for Mother and Childcare and Oral Healthcare, where Erik drove breakthrough innovations and managed large, cross-functional teams across multiple countries. Erik's educational background includes a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Eindhoven University of Technology and participation in the Philips Talent Program at Hult Ashridge. Currently, they are focused on leading strategic programs within the Connected Care Cluster, enhancing medical device portfolios for better patient engagement and outcomes.