Coen Kersten

Coen Kersten is an experienced HR professional with a comprehensive background in human resources, primarily at Signify and Philips Lighting. As a Country HR Business Partner at Signify since December 2017, Coen has led HR interventions in the Netherlands, ensuring the alignment of HR strategy across various divisions. Previous roles include multiple HR Business Partner positions at Signify, where responsibilities encompassed executing people strategies for diverse sectors such as IT, Innovation, and 3D Printing, influencing nearly 1,800 employees across multiple nationalities. Coen's early career includes HR management and advisory positions at Philips Lighting, Lumileds Lighting, and other organizations, contributing to strategic initiatives and operational HR functions. Coen holds a bachelor's degree in Personnel and Labor from Fontys University of Applied Sciences.