Thérèse Claassen

Thérèse Claassen is an experienced public health professional currently serving as the Directeur Publieke Gezondheid at GGD Hart voor Brabant since January 2020, where responsibilities include chairing the board and participating in various regional health committees. Claassen has also held roles such as interim sector manager for environmental health and an appointed overseer for the COVID-19 program, managing a large team focused on testing and vaccination efforts. In addition to current positions, Claassen has a comprehensive background that includes past management roles at GGD Haaglanden, Gemeente Rotterdam, and various consulting projects. Educational qualifications include an MBA with a focus on strategic leadership and a degree in General Social Sciences from Utrecht University, along with ongoing professional development in supervisory roles in healthcare.