Renske van Grinsven - Bos

Renske Van Grinsven is a strategist, innovator, and catalyst known for creating organizational change and transformative leadership development programs.

She is the founder of the Economic Development Program and the co-founder of the Future Centre, Studio BliQ, focusing on empowering entrepreneurs for change and solving complex social-economic challenges through cross-sector collaboration.

Renske has a vast experience in co-creating change movements and building ecosystems for positive impact across Europe, Africa, Brazil, and Sri Lanka, with a focus on innovation, strategy, culture, and leadership development.

Currently serving as the Executive Director of Global Academy Foundation, Renske collaborates with major multinationals like Philips and Natura to support their impact and sustainability initiatives, aiming to regenerate nature, empower their staff, and enhance their positive impact.

She also leads strategic partnerships with organizations like the African Minister's Council On Water and Ashoka Africa to advance pan-Africa strategies and promote leadership development.

Passionate about driving the B Economy forward, Renske empowers leaders and forges global impact alliances, recognized as one of the 2020 Responsible Leaders by BMW Foundation.

Education-wise, Renske has studied a variety of subjects including social sciences, leadership development, Italian language and literature, as well as psychiatry and clinical care.

Throughout her career, she has held various roles in organizations such as NOW Partners, Rabobank Oss Bernheze, The Weaving Lab, Native Consulting, and several positions in municipal advisory and management roles. Renske's expertise lies in creating partnerships, driving sustainable impact, and fostering leadership development.