Willem Appelo

Willem (Wim) Appelo is a seasoned Supply Chain Executive and Business Transformation Leader with extensive global experience in driving operational improvements and strategic transformations. Currently serving as the Chief Operations Officer at Philips, Wim has held significant leadership positions including Interim Chief Supply Chain Officer at Dentsply Sirona and VP of Worldwide Medical Devices Supply Chain at Johnson & Johnson. With a strong emphasis on team development and customer service, Wim has also been an influential board member at various organizations, including serving on the Boards of Trustees for both the Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester Medical Center. Wim's educational background includes a focus on Business/Managerial Economics and an MBA, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and leadership excellence.