Edson Hato (He, Him)

Edson Hato (He, Him) is a distinguished professional with an extensive background in human resources, talent management, and leadership roles across various multinational corporations. Since September 2023, he has been serving as the Representative of the Netherlands in Aruba, Curacao and Sint Maarten at the Ministerie van Binnenlandse Zaken en Koninkrijksrelaties (Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations).1

Career Highlights

Edson's career spans over two decades, showcasing his expertise in HR and talent development:

• Current Role: Representative of the Netherlands in Aruba, Curacao and Sint Maarten (since September 2023)1
• Previous Positions:
  • Senior Vice President, Talent & Executive Development at ABN AMRO Bank N.V. (2018-2020)1
  • Vice President of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition at AstraZeneca (2015-2017)1
  • Executive Director for Human Resources, Talent, and Performance Management at UBS (2014-2015)1
  • Director of Talent Acquisition & Sourcing at Philip Morris International (2012-2014)1
  • Global Head Talent Development at ING Nederland (2000-2012)1

Entrepreneurship and Consultancy

Alongside his corporate roles, Edson has been the owner of Likeminds B.V. since 2017, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit.1

Education

Edson pursued higher education at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) from 2017 to 2022.1

Recognition and Expertise

Edson Hato has received notable recognition for his contributions:

• Named in the Financial Times 2016 Top 100 Upstanding Black Asian and Minority Executives1
• Recipient of the VSB Foundation Scholarship Award in May 19941
• Invited by the BBC as an expert for their 50/50 project, aimed at improving representation and diversity35

Personal Philosophy

Edson's approach to his work and life is encapsulated in his quote: "To know where you want to go, it is important to be aware of where you came from…"1 This philosophy underscores his commitment to personal growth, diversity, and leadership development.

Throughout his career, Edson has been actively involved in initiatives promoting diversity, leadership, and organizational change.234 His expertise in HR transformation, organizational culture, and employee experience has made him a sought-after professional in his field.4