Gerard Berghuis

Gerard Berghuis has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Gerard currently holds a position as a Member of the European Transport Board, where they collaborate with key decision-makers in the European transportation and logistics sector to drive innovation and sustainability.

Prior to this, Gerard served as Chief Legal Officer at TIP Trailer Services from June 2021. Gerard was responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of the company's operations.

From 2014 to 2021, Gerard worked at IDEXX, where they held the position of Senior Associate General Counsel and Director International. During their tenure, they played a vital role in managing the company's legal affairs and international operations.

Before joining IDEXX, Gerard served as General Counsel at Liz Claiborne Inc. from 2005 to 2013. In this role, they were responsible for corporate governance, compliance, contracts, and litigation. Gerard also headed the Group Legal department for Europe, Canada, and Asia.

Prior to their time at Liz Claiborne, Gerard worked as a Senior Attorney Europe at Eaton Corporation from 2001 to 2005. Gerard was actively involved in various merger and acquisition activities and managed the company's legal affairs in Europe.

Gerard began their career as a Corporate Attorney at AT&T-Unisource Communications Services from 1996 to 1999.

In 1999, Gerard joined Fujitsu Limited as the Manager of Legal Affairs Europe. Gerard played a significant role in establishing a Joint Venture with Siemens AG and overseeing European operations from a Dutch Holding entity.

Throughout their career, Gerard has demonstrated expertise in legal affairs, corporate governance, compliance, contracts, and litigation. Gerard has been involved in complex commercial transactions, major financing projects, and mergers and acquisitions activities.

Gerard Berghuis has a diverse education history. In 1990 to 1996, they attended the University of Amsterdam (UVA) and earned a Master's degree and Drs. (Doctorandus) in law. Gerard then pursued further education and completed a Post Graduate program in Corporate law at the Dutch Lawyers Association (NGB) from 1998 to 1999.

In 2004 to 2006, Gerard pursued an Executive MBA with Merit at the University of Bradford. Continuing their professional development, in 2013, they obtained a Certificate of Completion in Corporate Governance, International Leadership, and Strategic Management from a collaborative program involving Harvard Business School, Maximise your Board's Potential/Intrabond Capital/The Decision Institute.

Gerard's commitment to continuous learning led him to Nyenrode Business University. In 2020, they participated in the Supervisory Board Certification Progam, specializing in Corporate Governance. Additionally, they received the Best Paper Award during their participation in the Supervisory Board Certification Program at Nyenrode Business University in the same year.

Moreover, Gerard is also associated with the Dutch Bar Association (Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten), starting from 2008, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned in this context.

Overall, Gerard Berghuis's educational journey showcases their dedication to enhancing their knowledge and skills in various domains related to law, corporate governance, and leadership.