Timo der Weduwen
Timo der Weduwen is an international crisis manager, who stands at the forefront of international risk and incident management.
With a background in high-risk environment management, critical incident handling, and the managing of kidnap-for-ransom incidents, he leverages decades of expertise gained from senior roles in the Netherlands Police, the European Union, and the United Nations. A graduate of Scotland Yard's international hostage negotiation program, Timo is a renowned senior negotiator and kidnap incident manager. He pioneered the Kidnap for Ransom Incident Management Programme (KRIM™), which has certified professionals worldwide since 2021.
Known for his groundbreaking simulation-based trainings, Timo blends real-world scenarios with theoretical knowledge to improve personal and organizational crisis response. His humanistic approach to crisis management addresses modern-day challenges, further demonstrated through his advocacy for duty of care and his leadership in enhancing integrity strategies. His academic background in education, law enforcement and change management complements his practical expertise, making him a key influencer and educator in the realm of crisis management and risk management strategies.