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10 Promising CIOs In Europe - 2025
In today’s hyperconnected and rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of the Chief Information Officer has transcended the traditional boundaries of IT leadership. CIOs are no longer just technology custodians they are architects of transformation, strategic enablers of growth, and custodians of innovation who redefine how organizations adapt, compete, and thrive in a digital-first world.
Across Europe, a new wave of visionary CIOs is steering this transformation with bold ideas and resilient execution. They are bridging the gap between business imperatives and technological possibilities, ensuring that digital adoption is not just a response to disruption, but a proactive path to reinvention. Whether it’s driving enterprise agility, building AI-powered ecosystems, or strengthening cybersecurity resilience, these leaders are setting the pace for what modern leadership truly means in the era of intelligent enterprise.
This specially curated edition, “10 Promising CIOs in Europe – 2025”, turns the spotlight on those exceptional leaders who are reimagining the digital future. Each CIO featured here represents a story of strategic foresight and operational excellence individuals who blend technological acumen with business empathy, data-driven decision-making with human-centric leadership. Their initiatives are not only transforming internal processes but are also reshaping how organizations connect with customers, empower employees, and deliver long-term value.
From redefining the role of cloud and automation to embedding sustainability into digital operations, these CIOs exemplify the kind of forward-thinking leadership Europe needs to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive global marketplace. They understand that technology is not just a tool, but a catalyst one that enables resilience, scalability, and inclusivity across industries.
This edition is more than a recognition of technological brilliance; it’s a celebration of leadership that merges vision with execution. Join us as Global Leaders Insights honors these ten trailblazing CIOs who are powering Europe’s digital transformation leaders whose innovation, adaptability, and purpose-driven approach are redefining what it means to lead in the modern enterprise era.
10 Promising CIOs In Europe - 2025
Carina Harders , CIO, Lantmännen Unibake
Lantmännen Unibake
Europe’s food manufacturing industry is at a...
Carlos Goncalves , Global CIO, Societe Generale
Societe Generale
In today's growing business setting, CIOs...
Cindy Hoots , Chief Digital Officer & CIO, AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca
Cindy Hoots joined AstraZeneca in January 2020...
Dr. Annette Hamann , Former CIO & Managing Director, Beiersdorf
Beiersdorf
Dr. Annette Hamann served as the Chief...
Eline Oudenbroek , CIO, Heineken N.V
Heineken N.V
Europe’s food and beverage industry is...
Hanna Hennig , CIO, Siemens
Siemens
The digitalization emerging under Industry 4.0...
Ludovic Tranholm Otterbein , CIO & VP, Zealand Pharma
Zealand Pharma
At the intersection of cutting-edge science and...
Natasha Davydova , CIO, AXA Health
AXA Health
Natasha Davydova brings over 25 years of...
Nigel Richardson , European CIO, PepsiCo Europe
PepsiCo Europe
Europe’s food and beverage (F&B) industry is...
Pieter Schoehuijs , CIO, Capgemini Group
Capgemini Group
Europe’s technology and professional services...