Johan Haest

Johan Haest is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in software development and leadership. As the founder of Applied Technology Solutions since September 2014, Johan has pursued a lifelong passion for IT and development. Currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Thalento since April 2021, Johan focuses on strategic decisions to enhance market fit, scalability, and flexibility of the platform. Additional roles include Engineering Manager, Senior Software Engineer, and Technical Product Owner at Panenco, as well as Development Team Lead at SoundTalks NV, where Johan has contributed to the development of a next-generation platform. Prior experience includes a freelance position as Senior Software Engineer at Prato HR and an account manager role at Kenso NV, where technical expertise facilitated effective client solutions. Johan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Thomas More University of Applied Sciences.