Based in New York, Marieke Witjes leads Egon Zehnder’s Professional Services practice in the US, and is a core member of the global CHRO, Leadership Advisory and Private Equity practice groups. As an all-round transformation expert with deep functional expertise in governance and Org Design, Marieke is known for her targeted yet holistic execution of executive search mandates and is a trusted advisor for boards and executives on talent strategy, org effectiveness, succession, and corporate culture.
I strive to make a small step every day towards a better world through better leadership, more authenticity and helping organizations and leaders deliver on their purpose.
Prior to joining Egon Zehnder, Marieke drove impact and change as a strategy and talent executive supporting public and private businesses in their transformation journeys. She spent over a decade as a global management consultant for Kearney, and drove US market entry strategies for her own firm MW Strategy. She also spent nearly five years in-house as Talent and Transformation executive at Fareportal (travel tech) where she also served as the Chief Strategy Officer.
Marieke holds a BSc and MSc in international economics from Maastricht University and brings a truly global perspective. Raised in the Netherlands, she has lived and worked across the globe, including Amsterdam, Mumbai, Barcelona, Kampala, Melbourne, Johannesburg, and New York. Married with four children, she is a lifelong learner and continues to enjoy exploring the world, whilst staying active and healthy.
