Ann Vereecke keynote speaker

Prof. Ann Vereecke is one of Europe’s leading voices on supply chain management, manufacturing strategy, and global operations excellence. With a career spanning academia, industry collaboration, and executive education, she is known for translating complex global supply dynamics into clear, actionable strategies for business and policy leaders.

A long-standing faculty leader at Vlerick Business School, Prof. Vereecke has advised companies across sectors on building resilient, high-performing supply chains and rethinking manufacturing for a rapidly shifting world. Her work bridges cutting-edge research with real-world impact, helping organisations navigate challenges such as digital transformation, globalisation, sustainability pressures, and geopolitical disruption.

Prof. Vereecke is a sought-after speaker for her sharp insights, practical frameworks, and engaging storytelling. Whether addressing executives, innovators, or public-sector leaders, she equips audiences with the strategic clarity needed to compete — and thrive — in the future of global manufacturing.