Hans van Wijngaarden

Hans van Wijngaarden is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations and management within the technology and healthcare sectors. Currently a volunteer at HvanW Holding BV since April 2024, Hans previously served as Chief Operating Officer at Xyall BV from August 2018 to May 2024, contributing to advancements in Molecular Pathology. Prior to Xyall, Hans held the position of Senior Director of Development and Supply Chain Operations at Philips Digital Pathology Solutions, where significant operational structures were established. A seasoned leader, Hans has also managed diverse projects and business units at Philips, including roles as Business Manager at Philips Applied Technology and Operations Manager at Philips Consumer Electronics, focusing on groundbreaking products like the first-generation DVD players. Hans's career commenced as a Project Manager at Philips Optical Storage and included a research role at Philips Research. Educational credentials include a cum laude MSc in Applied Mathematics from Delft University of Technology and a PhD in Theoretical Mechanics from Eindhoven University of Technology.