Gerard is a expert in marketplace, and e-commerce, with over 25 years of experience in various industries and regions. He has a proven track record of driving digital transformation, growth, and innovation for leading US consumer goods companies, such as Gibson, Newell Brands, Bic, and 3M.As the Senior Director of Global Operations at Etsy, Gerard oversaw and organized the strategy and operations of Reverb, a digital platform for musical instruments. He supported and collaborated with cross-functional teams in Europe, the US, and Asia, and contributed to the strategic decisions of Reverb and Etsy. Gerard also leveraged his expertise in artificial intelligence, which he studied at TU Delft, to enhance the user experience and retention rate of the platform. Gerard also served as a non-executive director for TEAC, a public manufacturing company in Japan, where he helped refine its international and product strategy. Gerard holds an MBA from the London Business School and is fluent in English and French. He is based in The Netherlands, and brings an innovative and global perspective to the challenges and opportunities in the digital economy. Gerard is passionate about creating value for customers, partners, and stakeholders through marketplace and e-commerce solutions. He is available to work immediately and eager to apply his skills and experience to new challenges and opportunities.