Kimberly Willems (NL)

Kimberly Willems is an experienced moderator working at the intersection of the creative industries and societal transformation. Her expertise spans topics such as the arts, cultural legacy, youth-led (cultural) innovation, social impact, knowledge exchange and equity, inclusion & justice.She is passionate about cultivating critical minds in an information society where truth and facts are increasingly questioned, using art and culture programming as her medium.

Alongside her extensive experience as a moderator, Kimberly brings over a decade of leadership as a project lead and cultural programmer within renowned museums and arts institutions.This dual perspective gives her a sharp understanding of the of the priorities, (systemic) challenges, and driving forces that shape the work of artists, (cultural) institutions, and policymakers alike.

As a project manager and programmer, she has contributed to a wide range of organizations, including the Amsterdam Fund for the Arts, Cinekid, Fringe Festival, the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Museumnacht Amsterdam, Pakhuis de Zwijger and Tolhuistuin.