Bart Van Der Sloot
About Bart Van Der Sloot
Bart Van Der Sloot is the Managing Director of Leaseweb Network and has extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, having held various leadership roles across Europe. He serves as the Chair of AMS-IX and has a strong background in sales, product management, and business development.
Work at Leaseweb
Bart Van Der Sloot has served as the Managing Director of Leaseweb Network since 2014. In this role, he has focused on developing and managing sales teams across Europe, specifically targeting wholesale telecom customers. His leadership has contributed to the growth and expansion of Leaseweb's network services in the competitive telecommunications market.
Education and Expertise
Bart Van Der Sloot holds a Master’s degree in Telecommunications from Delft University of Technology, where he studied from 1982 to 1988. He also completed his Gymnasium education at Christelijk Lyceum Apeldoorn from 1976 to 1982. His academic background has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in telecommunications and sales management.
Background
Bart Van Der Sloot has a diverse professional background in the telecommunications industry. He worked at Philips Business Communications for 11 years, where he built and managed the Professional Services unit. He also held various roles at Global Crossing and Level 3 Communications, accumulating over 14 years of experience in sales and market development in the Benelux region.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Bart Van Der Sloot has achieved significant milestones in the telecommunications sector. He led the establishment of Level 3's position in the Benelux broadcast market and managed Philips' call center products, achieving market leadership in Germany. Additionally, he directed Global Crossing's expansion into Central and Eastern Europe, showcasing his strategic capabilities in market development.
Current Roles and Involvement
In addition to his role at Leaseweb, Bart Van Der Sloot has been a Board Member and Chair at AMS-IX since 2016. He also served as Treasurer during his tenure at the European Competitive Telecom Association (ECTA) from 2004 to 2009. His involvement in these organizations highlights his commitment to advancing the telecommunications industry.