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Rob Elsinga

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National Technology Officer at Microsoft
📍 The Randstad, Netherlands

Rob Elsinga is the National Technology Officer for Microsoft in the Netherlands, shaping strategy on emerging technologies like AI and Quantum Computing. With an Executive MBA, he focuses on leveraging technology for positive societal and business impact, particularly in the public sector and regulated industries, while championing responsible innovation.

His work involves overseeing complex challenges such as digital sovereignty, cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance. Rob is a prominent voice in public debates and events, advocating for balancing technological advancement with strategic autonomy and ethical considerations to ensure a secure digital future for the Netherlands.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
National Technology Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
The Randstad, Netherlands
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Priorities

Topics Rob cares about

Digital Sovereignty
He actively writes and speaks about enabling governments to use the public cloud while maintaining control over data, compliance, and strategic autonomy.
Responsible AI
Focuses on the ethical and societal impact of AI, emphasizing the need for governance and frameworks to ensure systems are safe, inclusive, and transparent.
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Career

Work history

8-2020
National Technology Officer
Microsoft
1-2020
CTO Public Sector | Microsoft Nederland | Connecting Government, Healthcare & Education
Microsoft
8-2017 - 1-2020
CTO Defense & Government at Microsoft Nederland
Microsoft
6-2003 - 12-2010
Marketing Director Microsoft Office Division
Microsoft
2-2002 - 6-2003
Interim Sales & Marketing Manager
SAS
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Rob Elsinga – Author page on Microsoft Pulse. Featured in Microsoft Pulse
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Education
1997 - 2001
Executive MBA
Business School Nederland (BSN)/IMC
1983 - 1988
BEng
Inholland University of Applied Sciences
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