ELS VAN DE WATER

With over 15 years of HR experience in world-class companies across various industries, Els is a passionate and innovative leader who enables organizations to grow, teams to collaborate, and talent to thrive. As the Global Head of HR Patient Safety and Quality at Philips, Els drives the HR strategy and transformation for a critical business function that ensures quality and compliance in healthcare solutions, including the medical office. Els has a strong track record of designing and delivering impactful HR solutions and experiences that foster leadership, culture, and performance. She is a certified business coach, excellence practitioner, and action learning facilitator, who leverages her skills and tools to help leaders and teams navigate complex business challenges and transitions. Els is also a lifelong learner and a relentless innovator, who constantly seeks new ways to shape the future of work and nurture human potential.