Han Stegeman is the Head of Grid Innovation at TenneT, a leading European electricity transmission and system operator based in the Netherlands and Germany. Leveraging over 16 years of experience in the energy sector, Han drives initiatives that enhance the resilience and efficiency of the electrical grid. He has previously served as Head of Grid Field Operations Excellence and Manager of New Assets District North, overseeing critical infrastructure projects. His extensive background equips him to further TenneT’s mission of facilitating a reliable, sustainable, and secure electricity supply while advancing the energy transition.

Nils Teipel, Commercial Operations Manager at BritNed, the 1 GW subsea HVDC Interconnector connecting the electricity markets of The Netherlands and Great Britain. Equipped with over 15 years of experience in interconnector operations, creation of European energy trading setups, and commercial asset optimization. Currently, leading different digitalization and innovation projects for BritNed to ensure optimal market access to energy traders and asset optimization by combining data integration with new trading possibilities.

Saskia is a senior digital leader with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, currently serving as Director of Customer Digital at the Port of Rotterdam Authority, where she is pioneering smart, sustainable digital solutions for one of the world's largest ports. Previously, as Chief Digital Officer at Shell, she led a transformative digital strategy across Shell's extensive B2B business, impacting 150 countries and 8,000 employees. Saskia is also a dedicated advocate for diversity and innovation, serving on the boards of several start-ups focused on advancing digital solutions.

Daniel brings deep expertise in energy innovation and sustainable transformation. He is an experienced leader in the digital product landscape, specializing in crafting cutting-edge solutions that drive innovation and business growth. With a strong business strategy and technology background, he has a proven track record of helping companies achieve digital transformation, particularly in high-stakes industries. As a thought leader and digital strategist, Daniel offers extensive user experience, product design, and digital development knowledge, with a unique ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution.

Anne Hudepohl, Manager of the Unica Innovation Center, is spearheading initiatives to strengthen Unica's capacity for innovation, focusing on critical areas like the energy transition, workforce challenges, and AI. With extensive experience in innovation, Anne previously led the Innovation Expertise Center at Nationale Nederlanden, where she directed a 12-person team in developing impactful solutions. At Unica, she and her team are advancing projects such as "Building Insight," a data platform that enables organisations to optimise energy use, maintain air quality, and meet regulatory standards through data-driven building management.

Pieter Paul van Oerle is a strategic leader and innovator with a wealth of experience in digital transformation, innovation strategy, and ecosystem orchestration. Currently serving as Partner at nlmtd. He has a strong background in guiding organizations through change and helping them harness digital solutions to drive growth. Known for his collaborative approach and ability to align business goals with cutting-edge technology, Pieter Paul is a thought leader with a key passion to connect organizations with global leading leading solutions to thrive in today’s dynamic landscape.