Marleen Verhaag

VP - Head of Industry Public Services - SAP Services and Innovations EMEA North at SAP

Marleen Verhaag is a seasoned business development expert and management consultant with over 20 years of experience in crafting digital and IT strategies, selling strategic software and technology solutions, and advising clients in diverse industries with a primary focus on international financial services and public services.

She has a proven track record in spearheading strategic and transformational deals, engaging at the board level, nurturing business partner relationships, and having a keen eye on industry trends, digitization, and technological advancements that drive change and present new opportunities.

Marleen Verhaag is renowned for her thought leadership in public and financial services strategy, expertise in finance transformation, embracing innovation and disruptive technologies in a digital landscape, leveraging enterprise software and technology platforms, leading high-profile transformation programs, and excelling in board-level communications.

Beyond her professional endeavors, she is dedicated to advancing female talent development and promoting diversity and inclusion in business for enhancing overall performance. Marleen served as the global chairwoman of SAP's business women's network, overseeing numerous chapters worldwide and a large membership base, a role she has continued in by spearheading global communications efforts for the network since 2018.

In terms of her education, Marleen Verhaag holds a Licentiate degree in translator English, German, and Spanish from the University of Antwerp, pursued postgraduate education in Management Consultancy at Erasmus University Rotterdam, studied Languages & Economics at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and completed her schooling at Gymnasium St. Ursula.

Throughout her career journey, Marleen has held various key positions at SAP, including Head of Industry Public Services EMEA North, Sr. Director Industries & Value Advisory EMEA North, Global Head of SAP Business Women's Network, Director Industry Value Engineering Financial Services, Chapter Lead for Business Women's Network SAP The Netherlands, Business Development Manager, Industry Principal Financial Services, Presales Manager Banking EMEA, Manager Business Consulting, and Principal Solution Consultant SAP Insurance.