Nils van der Zijl

With over 25 years in Software & Technology, Nils has demonstrated an impeccable record of strategic leadership across more than 40 countries. At IFS, a global enterprise software titan, his vision secured the #1 Global EAM Market Share, surpassing industry powerhouses like IBM, Infor, and Hexagon. With SoftBank Robotics, he pioneered the market introduction of the AI-driven Whiz, an Autonomous Industrial Robot, positioning it as a leader through his unique ‘Cobotics’ brand strategy and eclipsing traditional competitors such as Nilfisk and Karcher. At IBM, he was at the forefront of industry innovation, highlighted by transformative projects like the partnership with ISS to modernize 25,000 buildings using IoT solutions.Beyond his exceptional business acumen, Nils is a fervent advocate for sustainability. Merging his technological prowess with a passion for green innovation, he is dedicated to leading efforts that deliver not only financial success but also contribute to a more sustainable future.