A grateful farewell and a warm welcome: Changes in KNCV's Board of Trustees
At the General Assembly held on Thursday, 12 June, we marked an important transition within our Board of Trustees. As we said goodbye to two esteemed members the General Assembly appointed, we also had the honor of welcoming two new trustees.
Farewell to our departing Trustees
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Johan van 't Hag and Rolph van der Hoeven, who have completed two terms of service on the Board of Trustees of KNCV TB Plus.
We are profoundly grateful for the time, energy, and strategic vision they brought to the board. Their presence will be missed, but their legacy will endure in the projects and progress they helped initiate.
Welcoming our new Trustees
Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome Saskia Bomas and Michiel van Rees Vellinga to KNCV's Board of Trustees. Their expertise and diverse perspectives will greatly enrich the work of the board. Their expertise from the corporate world and shared commitment to KNCV’s mission come at a key moment, as we shape our strategic approach jointly with the KNCV network for 2026–2030 to strengthen and direct KNCV’s voice and leadership in global health through impactful projects to innovate, save lives and End TB.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to welcome Saskia Bomas and Michiel van Rees Vellinga as our newest members. We look forward to their insights and perspectives, and to a constructive and collegial collaboration. I wish them every success as they take up their new responsibilities in overseeing and guiding the organization.
At the same time, I would like to extend my warmest thanks to Johan van ‘t Hag and Rolph van der Hoeven, who are stepping down after eight years on the Board. Their thoughtful contributions, particularly in the audit committee, have been of great value. In times of uncertainty, they offered a steady and considered voice, and we are sincerely grateful for their commitment and service.
About the new Trustees
Saskia Bomas
Saskia Bomas brings over two decades of international experience in financial strategy, audit, and corporate transformation. She has held senior leadership roles at IBM and Kyndryl, serving as CFO, VP Finance, and Supervisory Board member across the Netherlands, UK, Spain, and the US. Known for her sharp insight and steady leadership, Saskia has also served as a non-executive director in a global, publicly traded IT company, where she provided strategic oversight and governance. She’s passionate about driving financial growth and navigating complex challenges with clarity and impact. As she embarks on her new role in KNCV's Board of Trustees, Saskia says:
I’m honored to join the Board of Trustees and look forward to contributing my experience and insights in oversight of KNCV’s role and mission impact, as well as supporting organizational transformation towards realization of the strategy 2026-2030.
Michiel van Rees Vellinga
Michiel van Rees Vellinga is Chief of Innovation, IT & Operations at ABN Amro Asset Based Finance, where he leads teams across the Netherlands, UK, Germany, and France. With a career at ABN Amro spanning more than two decades, he has held key roles in IT, strategy, and operations. Michiel is known for using technology to drive innovation and business growth, and for building strong, collaborative teams across cultures and disciplines. A former professional musician, he brings creativity and purpose to everything he does. Inspired by his values and life experiences, Michiel is passionate about contributing to mission-driven organizations like KNCV.
Becoming a member of the Board of Trustees at KNCV is both a privilege and a personal commitment. I’m excited to bring my experience in Innovation, IT, and Data Management to provide guidance as KNCV drives sustainable impact. This role aligns deeply with my values, and I’m eager to collaborate with others who are equally dedicated to making a difference.