Roel Gillesen is a software development expert and program manager with a wealth of experience in enterprise content management solutions. He has been in the industry for 20 years, and his passion for partnerships and go-to-market strategies is evident in his current role as Sr. Strategic Ecosystems Manager at OpenText, where he manages the OpenText Microsoft solutions. His educational background includes economics at Fontys Hogeschool Pedagogiek.

Roel's professional experience spans a range of sectors, including technology, marketing, and sports. Before joining OpenText, he was Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at Cloud Gurus Direct and a board member at Twins Sporting Club. Before that, he worked at OpenText as a Principal Solutions Consultant, Senior Solutions Consultant, Technical Consultant, and Senior Technical Consultant. He was also the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer at GNOMEDIARIES and a team lead (Principal engineer) at Borland Software.

Roel is currently focused on developing new line of business solutions with OpenText and Microsoft technologies. His expertise includes program management, enterprise content management solutions, software development, partnership management, and go-to-market strategies. His background in economics and his diverse experience make him a valuable asset in his field.