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Dieter Veldsman is a former CHRO and Organizational Psychologist with over 15 years of experience across the HR value chain and lifecycle, having worked for and consulted globally with various organizations. At AIHR, he leads research initiatives and develops educational programs aimed at advancing the HR profession. Dr. Veldsman is regularly invited to speak on topics such as Strategic HR, the Future of Work, Employee Experience, and Organizational Development.

Marna is an Organizational Psychologist with extensive experience in Human Resources, Organizational Effectiveness, and Strategic Talent Management. At AIHR, she contributes as a Subject Matter Expert, driving thought leadership and delivering insights on talent management and the evolving nature of careers. Dr. van der Merwe is a researcher, published author, and regular conference speaker, providing expertise in shaping future-forward HR practices.

Erik van Vulpen is the founder and Dean of AIHR. He is an expert in shaping modern HR practices by bringing technological innovations into the HR context. He receives global recognition as an HR thought leader and regularly speaks on topics like People Analytics, Digital HR, and the Future of Work.

Annelise is a registered psychometrist with over 10 years of experience in psychometric assessments and people data. At AIHR, she draws on her expertise in HR to design and deliver learning and skills assessments for clients and Academy members. Throughout her career, Annelise has applied her assessment expertise in the design of talent acquisition and talent development strategies.

Neelie Verlinden is a digital content creator at AIHR. She’s an expert on all things digital in HR and has written hundreds of articles on innovative HR practices. In addition to her writing, Neelie is also a speaker and an instructor on several popular HR certificate programs.