16/10/2026
MEET OUR SPEAKERS | NIBM 2026
A Governmental Perspective & A Business Leadership Perspective
How can government, regional development organisations and business leaders work together to strengthen the next phase of India–EU cooperation?
As part of the special second edition of the Netherlands–India Business Meet (NIBM 2026), we are pleased to introduce two speakers who will bring complementary perspectives on international business, innovation and responsible growth.
🎤 Daan de Cloe, MSc, MBA
Managing Director International Business – Brabant Development Agency (BOM) (seated in the governmental perspective session)
With extensive experience in technological innovation, business development and international collaboration, Daan de Cloe brings a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved in international business. At BOM, he is responsible for International Business, Foreign Investments and International Trade, supporting the international ambitions of companies and strengthening cross-border economic collaboration.
Drawing on his experience in the high-tech sector and his work in international business development, Daan will offer a regional development and governmental perspective on how collaboration, investment and innovation can help unlock new opportunities between India and Europe.
🎤 Bart Wernaart, LL.M., PhD
Professor of Moral Design Strategy; Chair, Centre of Expertise for Sustainable and Circular Transitions; Head of Research, Fontys Business and Communication – Fontys University of Applied Sciences (seated in the business perspective session)
Bart Wernaart brings an academic and practical perspective on moral design, international human rights law and business ethics. Through his work at Fontys and his engagement with regional ethical initiatives, he explores how organisations can integrate ethical considerations into their strategies and create more sustainable and responsible business practices.
Together, their perspectives will contribute to a broader conversation on how public-sector initiatives, regional ecosystems and business leadership can help shape the future of India–EU cooperation.
📅 Wednesday, 4 November 2026
🕒 14:30–18:30 CET (programme starts promptly at 15:00)
📍 Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven
Reserve your seat: https://nicct.nl/events/nibm-events/registration/
More information: https://nicct.nl/nibm-2026-connecting-talent-business-and-innovation-the-next-phase-of-india-eu-cooperation-4-november-2026/
Join us for an afternoon of insightful dialogue, fresh perspectives and valuable networking with leaders from business, government, education and innovation.
We look forward to welcoming you to NIBM 2026!