Michelle van der Poel is an accomplished jurist and data protection officer with extensive experience in the legal field. Since May 2019, Michelle has served in dual roles at CuraMare and Spijkenisse Medisch Centrum, focusing on legal compliance and data protection. Previously, between August 2016 and April 2019, Michelle worked as a legal staff member and external registrar at Rechtbank Zeeland-West-Brabant. Academic qualifications include a Master of Laws (LLM) and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Tilburg University, as well as an additional Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Juridische Hogeschool Avans-Fontys. Michelle's educational background is grounded in law, preparing for a successful career in legal and data protection roles.