Cees Van Der Spek
About Cees Van Der Spek
Cees Van Der Spek serves as the World Economic Forum Strategy Officer for EDGE and is actively involved with the Urban Land Institute, contributing to knowledge exchange in urban development. He has extensive experience in real estate and urban development, holding various roles in organizations such as OVG Real Estate and Hunter Douglas Europe.
Work at World Economic Forum
Cees Van Der Spek serves as the Strategy Officer for EDGE at the World Economic Forum. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the Forum's initiatives focused on sustainable urban development and innovation in the real estate sector.
Education and Expertise
Cees Van Der Spek studied at De Haagse Hogeschool / The Hague University of Applied Sciences from 1984 to 1987. His educational background supports his extensive experience in real estate, urban development, and sustainability.
Background
Cees Van Der Spek has a diverse professional history in the real estate sector. He worked at OVG Real Estate in various roles, including Corporate Account Manager, Director of Sustainability & Marketing, and Marketing Director. His earlier career includes positions at Hunter Douglas Europe BV, where he served as Area Manager and Sales and Project Manager.
Achievements in Urban Development
Cees Van Der Spek is actively engaged with the Urban Land Institute, contributing to knowledge exchange on integrated developments. He advocates for urban development that includes opportunities for low and moderate-income households, reflecting his commitment to inclusive urban planning.
Current Board Memberships
Cees Van Der Spek holds several board positions, including membership in the Green Business Club Zuidas and the CoreNet Global Benelux Chapter since 2021. He is also a member of the Netherlands Executive Committee for the Urban Land Institute since 2023.