Rob de Kleijnen

Rob de Kleijnen is a prominent figure in the Dutch IT media landscape, serving as the Director of Dutch IT Channel B.V. He co-founded the company in 2011, which encompasses platforms such as Dutch IT-channel and Executive People, focusing on the Dutch ICT sector, including suppliers, distributors, resellers, and IT decision-makers. Under his leadership, the company has grown significantly, organizing various events and awards to engage with industry professionals.1

Professional Background

• Current Roles:

  • Director at Dutch IT Channel B.V. (since 2011): Leading initiatives and events aimed at the ICT industry.
  • CEO of RDKConnect (since December 2021): Providing strategic and commercial support to organizations.
  • Chief Commercial Officer at Brandcode (since July 2022): Overseeing commercial strategies for a creative and digital agency.1

• Previous Experience:

  • Rob has held various leadership roles in sales and marketing at major publishing companies before establishing Dutch IT Channel. His experience includes managing advertising exploitation and sales teams at Sdu Uitgevers and Kluwer.1

Education

Rob de Kleijnen studied at Tinbergen College, where he focused on administrative education. His extensive career in media and publishing has equipped him with a robust network and expertise in strategic project management within the IT sector.1

Personal Philosophy

He believes that "the only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary," reflecting his commitment to hard work and dedication in achieving professional goals.1

For more detailed insights into his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username rdekleijnen.1