Gijs Janssen

Gijs Janssen is an experienced leader in the walking and sports organization sector, currently serving as Directeur - Bestuurder and Head of Strategy at Koninklijke Wandelbond Nederland (KWbN) since January 2015. Janssen has played a pivotal role in transforming KWbN from a traditional members' organization into a modern hybrid marketing and service-oriented organization, focusing on the needs of walking consumers. Previously, Janssen held various leadership roles at KNBLO Wandelsportorganisatie Nederland, overseeing programs such as Via Vierdaagse and Avond4daagse, and gained foundational experience at TNT Post. Gijs Janssen holds a degree in Sport, Gezondheid en Management from HAN University of Applied Sciences and has a strong educational background in architecture and sciences.