Paris-based Sopra Steria (formerly Ordina), a company known for its consulting, digital services, and solutions, has appointed Ernst-Jan Stigter as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Netherlands.
With his extensive experience in the digital sector, Stigter will be responsible for further strengthening the position of Sopra Steria as a leading IT service provider in the Netherlands.
“Ernst-Jan not only brings in-depth knowledge of digital transformations but also has the leadership that is indispensable in this AI era,” says Jo Maes, CEO of Benelux at Sopra Steria. “Now more than ever, the successful use of technology requires someone who knows how to involve people and organisations in change.”
Who Is Ernst-Jan Stigter?
Stigter brings a wealth of experience from his previous leadership roles, including at Microsoft and Fellowmind.
Ernst-Jan Stigter joined Fellowmind in 2021 and has served as Regional Director for the Netherlands. In his position, he was responsible for its strategy and execution in the region, as well as creating one experience for both employees and customers.
Before his role at Fellowmind, Stigter worked for over 22 years at Microsoft in a diversity of international leadership roles, understanding the complexity of IT, the value it brings to customers, and the importance of putting people at heart.
He was also chairman of NLdigital, the trade association for the digital sector.
“I look forward to strengthening Sopra Steria’s position in the Netherlands, together with a talented team. As part of a strong French technology multinational, we want to make an impact for our customers,” says Stigter.
Sopra Steria: Specialises in consulting and digital services
Sopra Steria is a European technology company with 51,000 employees in almost 30 countries.
It specialises in consulting and digital services, helping clients with their digital transformation to achieve real and lasting results.
The company provides complete solutions that improve the competitiveness of large organisations by combining industry knowledge with innovative technology and teamwork.
In 2024, Sopra Steria reported a turnover of €5.8B.
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