Chiel van Leeuwen is Head of Sustainability, Communication & PR at de Bijenkorf, where he leads the transition to a sustainable and responsible department store. Under his leadership, de Bijenkorf has set ambitious sustainability goals, including the objective that a third of all sales will be sustainable in 2030. With previous positions at Vandebron, Heineken and IKEA, he brings extensive experience in the field of sustainability and communication, which he uses to increase internal engagement and stimulate strong collaborations with brands.