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Melad Tashtezar is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in IT asset management and leadership. Currently serving as Global IT Asset Manager at On since June 2024, Melad also holds the position of ITAM Chapter Lead for the UK at ITAM FORUM, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the IT Asset Management industry. Prior rolesRead more

Arjen is a seasoned IT and software asset management professional, currently serving as both a Software Asset Manager and Senior Contract Manager at Royal Schiphol Group. In this role, he is responsible for managing software assets from major publishers, ensuring governance, cost optimization, and strategic alignment. He plays a key role in contract negotiations, vendorRead more

Ainis Zaharāns is a dedicated professional working as a Software Asset Manager and subject matter expert at Microsoft, within the Volvo Group. His expertise spans various critical areas, including cost optimization, new demand management, licensing compliance, and internal governance. Ainis plays a pivotal role in facilitating essential activities such as contract renewal, acquisition and divestmentRead more

Ahmet Vargelen is the Head of Software Asset Management (SAM) at Knorr-Bremse, with over 15 years of experience in SAM and software audits across multiple global organisations. He has led extensive SAM practices and has helped numerous companies navigate complex audit situations and establish robust SAM frameworks. With deep expertise in building SAM strategies andRead more

Rick van Haaren is an IT minded manager with a background in IT asset management, IT Procurement and Contract Management with almost 25 years of professional experience. Prior to his current role as Product Owner Vendor Management at Alliander, he worked in different positions, among other companies at Nederlandse Spoorwegen and ING. The Pop inRead more

Tomas is an experienced IT Asset Management Specialist at The Linde Group, where he has been managing IT assets since 2016. With over 15 years in IT asset management and support, he has developed expertise in software license management, procurement processes, vendor relationships, and IT incident resolution. Prior to Linde, Tomas worked at Lenovo, whereRead more

Dominika is Software Asset Manager at ABB, specializing in establishing robust procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering collaboration across multinational internal stakeholders and legal entities. Previously, she held SAM positions at UBS andCapgemini. Her expertise lies in identifying savings opportunities, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements, and fostering strong relationships with vendors and internalRead more

David Mullen is Nestlé’s Head of Vendor Management. He was appointed to this role in 2020 and is responsible for helping the Nestle IT Product and Platform teams drive the best value and innovation from Nestle’s strategic suppliers. Most recently, Mullen was the IT Procurement Global Category Manager for Business Solutions & Services. He hasRead more

Fay is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the EMEA Procurement Category Manager – IT at Canon EMEA. In this role, she is responsible for managing IT procurement strategies, vendor negotiations, and partner relationship management across the EMEA region. Her expertise spans contract negotiation, business process optimization, and driving cost-effective procurement solutions. Fay hasRead more

Upasana is a skilled leader in IT procurement, specializing in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and digital transformation. Currently the Manager of Vendor Management at Air France-KLM, she has a strong track record of optimizing IT spend, driving cost reductions, and enhancing vendor relationships. Previously, she led IT procurement teams at DB Schenker and Lufthansa Group,Read more