Willem (Wim) Appelo is a seasoned supply chain executive and business transformation leader with extensive experience in driving operational improvements and strategic transformations globally. Wim has served as the Chief Operations Officer at Philips since 2022, and previously held senior roles at Johnson & Johnson, Xerox, and Dentsply Sirona. An active board member at several organizations, Wim has contributed to the Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester Medical Center. With a commitment to empowering teams and enhancing customer service, Wim's career reflects a deep belief in the impact of people in the success of organizations. Wim is currently pursuing degrees in Business/Managerial Economics and an MBA.