Tilburg University & ASML Mini-Symposium

Marike Knoef

Dean Tilburg School of Economics and Management

Professor Marike Knoef is Dean of the Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM) and a Crown Member of the Social and Economic Council. She has a background in econometrics, and one of her passions is to bridge the gap between science and practice.

Nancy Mac Gillavry

Head of Finance at ASML

As a senior Finance leader, Nancy Mac Gillavry operates at the intersection of strategy, operations, and global collaboration, supporting decision making in a highly complex, technology driven environment. With almost two decades at ASML, her career has spanned multiple key functions, giving her a broad enterprise perspective beyond Finance alone. Her work includes navigating complex international supply chains and rapidly evolving technological landscapes, with a strong focus on organizational agility and resilience. Nancy brings deep insight into innovation ecosystems and industry dynamics, enabling her to offer meaningful perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing high tech organizations today.

Philip Joos

Professor of Accounting

Professor Philip Joos is a leading scholar in accounting, financial reporting, and sustainability reporting with a strong international reputation. His research explores how both financial and non-financial (sustainability) data shape decision-making by investors, managers, and policymakers. Philip combines rigorous academic research with practical relevance, offering valuable insights into transparency, corporate performance, financial strategy, and the increasing integration of sustainability information in modern organizations. His work helps bridge the gap between financial and sustainability reporting theory and real-world decision-making. 

Arnoud Kuijpers

Head of Annual & Sustainability Reporting, ASML

Arnoud Kuijpers works at the forefront of corporate reporting focusing on how organizations translate their achievements, impacts, risks and opportunities into transparent, meaningful reporting. He is a seasoned business expert with a wealth of experience across diverse industries. He brings strategic insight into how companies navigate increasingly complex financial, technological, and geopolitical landscapes thereby staying within planetary boundaries. Arnoud is known for his forward-looking perspective and his ability to connect the current state with business strategy and long-term growth ambitions in a comprehensive manner. He poses challenging questions and does not hesitate to expose the dilemmas that companies face.

Henk Akkermans

Professor of Supply Chain Management

Professor Henk Akkermans is an internationally recognized expert in supply chain management and operations strategy. His research focuses on how organizations can design smarter, more resilient supply chains in an increasingly uncertain world. Through close collaboration with industry, he connects academic research with real-world challenges faced by companies today. Henk’s work provides valuable insights into how organizations can adapt to disruption, improve coordination, and build more robust operations in complex global networks.

Erwin de Jong

Vice President and Head of Strategy and Portfolio Reuse and Repair, ASML

Erwin de Jong is a semiconductor executive and P&L leader with more than 20 years of experience driving profitable growth in high complexity, capital intensive environments. In his current role, Erwin is responsible for building and scaling international service ecosystems across the USA and Asia. He is passionate about turning sustainability into a competitive edge and a driver of bottom line growth.

Marjolein de Hooge

Senior professional in Society & Community Engagement

Marjolein de Hooge is a senior professional in Society & Community Engagement, based in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. She currently works at ASML, focusing on building meaningful partnerships and attractive & inclusive communities. Marjolein has extensive experience in community engagement, sponsoring, and stakeholder collaboration across regions. She is known for connecting strategic objectives with social impact initiatives. With a strong interest in partnerships and societal value creation, she helps translate purpose into practice. Marjolein brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to engagement and leadership.

Joris Knoben

Professor of of Strategy and Entrepreneurship

Professor Joris Knoben is a specialist in innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional economic development. His research explores how collaboration, networks, and geography influence the success of organizations and the spread of new ideas. By analyzing how companies connect, learn, and innovate, Joris offers valuable insights into the dynamics that drive innovation ecosystems. His work helps organizations better understand how partnerships, knowledge sharing, and location shape competitiveness and long-term growth.

Otto Raspe

Professor of Practice of Broad Prosperity and the Regional Economy

Otto Raspe is an expert on regional economics, innovation ecosystems, and the development of knowledge-driven economies. His work focuses on how regions grow, innovate, and remain competitive in a rapidly changing global landscape. By analyzing the interactions among talent, technology, and regional dynamics, Otto provides valuable insights into the forces shaping economic development and innovation. His perspective helps organizations and policymakers better understand the future of regional competitiveness.

Marieke Mulder

Head of ESG Sustainability, ASML

As Head of ESG Sustainability at ASML, Marieke has led the company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy since 2021, embedding sustainable business practices throughout the global semiconductor manufacturer. Originally trained as a lawyer, she joined ASML in 2013 as Legal Counsel and has held senior roles in legal, supply strategy, and executive support before transitioning to sustainability leadership. Under her direction, ASML has expanded its ESG Sustainability team significantly and integrated sustainability into core business decision-making, earning recognition among global sustainability leaders. She champions ambitious environmental, social, and governance goals for ASML and the wider industry.