Ireen Kars

Ireen Kars is based in Amsterdam and specializes in advising tech clients on sustainable leadership topics, particularly Diversity, Equality & Inclusion and C-suite appointments. She works with global and listed companies, startups, and scale-ups internationally, with a focus on IT services, semiconductors, Agri-tech, foods, and FMCG sectors.

Education-wise, Ireen holds a MSc in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Amsterdam, a MA in Strategic Human Resource Management from the University of Utrecht, a Pré master in Political Science from the University of Amsterdam, a BA in Public Administration and Organizational Science from Utrecht University, and studied Economy at Stedelijk Gymnasium Breda.

Her professional journey includes roles such as being an Alfred Landecker Democracy Fellow at Humanity in Action, a Consultant at Russell Reynolds Associates, and various positions at Microsoft, including Solution Sales Professional Modern Workplace - Healthcare, Solution Sales Mobility & Security - Public Sector, and Account Manager Public Sector - Corporate Accounts. She also worked as a Policy Advisor for UNHCR on peacebuilding missions at Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken.

Moreover, Ireen has a background in international relations and human resources, along with experience in political science and public administration. Her broad range of experiences in both the public and private sectors has equipped her with a unique perspective on leadership and organizational dynamics.