Executive Board

President: Prof. A.L. (Annelien) Bredenoord

Annelien Bredenoord is appointed as President of Erasmus University Rotterdam’s Executive Board, commencing 1 September 2024. 

As President of the Executive Board Bredenoord will be responsible for general governance issues, the university’s strategic policy and international affairs. In addition, she will create and maintain contact with external parties including government departments and agencies, the business community and other knowledge institutions.

From 1 October 2021 to 31 August 2024, she was Rector Magnificus of Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Read Bredenoord’s profile, her ancillary positions or memberships affiliated with the position.

Rector Magnificus as of 1 November 2024: Prof Jantine Schuit

Jantine Schuit is appointed as Rector Magnificus of Erasmus University Rotterdam, commencing 1 November 2024. Her main focus is on education, research and impact, including academic staff (policy), students and research information.

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Vice-President: Dr. E.M.A. (Ellen) van Schoten

Ellen van Schoten is appointed as Vice-President of Erasmus University Rotterdam’s Executive Board, commencing 1 January 2021.
She is responsible for a portfolio which includes: Finance, Human Resources, Real Estate & Facilities, Information Technology and the Strategic Pillar Sustainability.

Read Van Schoten's profile, her ancillary positions or memberships affiliated with the position.

Secretary: A.M. (Ann) O'Brien MBA

Ann O’Brien is secretary of the Executive Board and director of the General Management Directorate. She is responsible for the coordination and organisation of the chain of administrative decision-making on a corporate level and advises the Executive Board on matters of strategic importance. In addition she operates as the secretary of the Supervisory Board and its committees as well as the director of the General Management Directorate.