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Meet the speakers who contribute to the Power BI Gebruikersgroep community. On this page you will find information about speakers from our monthly knowledge sessions as well as speakers from the Power BI Gebruikersdagen. They share their expertise, experiences, and insights with the community. In addition, you will find quotes and reflections from speakers about their sessions and their experiences with the community. Together they help inspire others and contribute to knowledge sharing within the Power BI ecosystem.

The full session schedule is live!

During the Power BI Gebruikersdagen, everything revolves around learning, discovering, and connecting. The program is filled with inspiring sessions where professionals from the Netherlands and around the world share their knowledge, ideas, and experiences. Whether you come to gain new insights, meet like-minded people, or simply get energized by this unique community—you will find it all here.

Each day offers something different, but the atmosphere remains the same: enthusiastic, open, and driven by a shared passion for data. Browse through the program, discover your favorite sessions, and get inspired by the stories, people, and moments that make this event so special.

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“For me, the Power BI Gebruikersdagen is a place where everything comes together: inspiration, great conversations, and a strong data community. I enjoy speaking there because it’s not just about sharing knowledge, but about learning together and exchanging ideas. Every time I leave with new insights and practical ideas to start working on.”

Valerie Junk
Data Analytics, Visualization & Storytelling
Wortell

Top Speakers of the Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2025

The Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2025 promise to be a spectacular edition with a world-class lineup. This largest Power BI event in the world brings together leading experts and inspiring speakers to share their knowledge, vision, and innovations.

When curating the program, we placed special emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. This year we welcome not only well-established names but also first-time speakers who bring unique perspectives. In addition, we are introducing a fresh group of business speakers who will share new insights into how organizations use data and Power BI to achieve strategic goals.

From in-depth technical sessions to creative workshops focused on data storytelling and design, the Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2025 offer something special for every professional. This is your opportunity to learn from the best, expand your network, and be inspired by stories from both experienced experts and new voices in the world of Business Intelligence.

“The Power BI Gebruikersdagen truly feel like one big family. Everyone is easy to approach: you learn a lot, you can let your inner nerd shine, and you can ask the speakers anything. It helped me grow tremendously, and that’s why I now want to give something back. That’s the power of the Power BI community.”

Peter van den Bos
Business Intelligence Consultant
Dutch BI Geek

260 Sessions, 121 Speakers, Endless Inspiration

The Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2026 promise to be another spectacular edition. For three days, we bring together leading experts, innovative thinkers, and inspiring stories at the largest Power BI event in the world.

The Call for Speakers has now closed—and what a result it has been. We received a record number of submissions: an incredible 260 sessions from 121 speakers across 29 countries. From deep technical topics and creative applications of Power BI to data storytelling within organizations, the diversity and quality of the submissions have been remarkable.

We are incredibly grateful to the community for their enthusiasm and willingness to share knowledge. On October 10, we will announce which sessions and speakers have been selected for the 2026 program. Masterclass ticket sales will begin on October 11.

Call for Speakers – 2026 Edition is Closed

The Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2026 promise to be another spectacular edition. For three days, we bring together leading experts, innovative thinkers, and inspiring stories at the largest Power BI event in the world.

The Call for Speakers is now closed. We invite not only experienced speakers but also welcome first-time speakers and new voices who can enrich the community with fresh insights and real-world experiences. Whether you want to speak about deep technical topics, creative applications of Power BI, or data storytelling within your organization, we encourage you to share your knowledge with the community.

From inspiring keynotes to practical workshops and deep dives, the Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2026 offer a stage to share your expertise, inspire others, and contribute to the continued growth of our global community.

“Meeting the vibrant community that both runs and participates in Power BI Usergroup Netherlands was great experience for me. I was able to share with folks the work we are doing in Power BI, and get direct feedback as well as to learn from them about their usage and expertise. It was a great opportunity to connect, and meet in person everyone.”

Maya Shenhav
Principal Program Manager, Power BI
Microsoft

Thank you to everyone who stepped up to the stage

We are incredibly grateful to all the speakers who have shared their knowledge, stories, and energy with us over the years. From major keynotes to our monthly evening sessions, you have inspired and moved our community time and time again. A special word of thanks goes to the new speakers who, sometimes without any stage experience, still had the courage to share their story. Whether presenting in pairs, in groups, or on their own—with confidence and passion—your contributions enrich our community in a truly unique way.

We would also like to thank the Microsoft Product Team and the CAT Team for their exceptional involvement. Thanks to your strong presence, openness about roadmap developments, and the sharing of exclusive sneak peeks, we truly feel connected to the future of Power BI. Together, we are making this community something special. Thank you for your trust, dedication, and inspiration.

“I love speaking at the Power BI Gebruikersdagen because it's a very welcoming and friendly community that brings together many people from different backgrounds and industries. As a speaker I love getting a lot of opportunities to meet attendees and PBIG enables that. I learn so much from everyone here and that keeps me coming back!”

Jeroen (Jay) ter Heerdt
Product Manager for Power BI
Microsoft

Our appreciation also goes out to the speakers who led the intensive Masterclass days, guiding a full room of participants through an eight-hour hands-on Masterclass training. You didn’t just share knowledge you gave participants the confidence to apply what they learned in their own work.

We would also like to thank the experts who took their audience through 90-minute technical deep dives. Whether it was about performance tuning, DAX optimization, or data modeling, your sessions were incredibly valuable for the more experienced users in our community.

“For the past three years, I’ve had the pleasure of speaking at the Power BI Gebruikersdagen. The atmosphere is fantastic—I meet many familiar faces as well as new people eager to be inspired. I also really enjoy being able to present in Dutch here. For me, it’s the place where knowledge, inspiration, and a great sense of community come together, and where I spend three days with a big smile on my face.”

Marjolein Opsteegh
Power BI Visualization Specialist
Ilionx

Inspiring Business Insights

Finally, a special thanks to the speakers who shared their experiences from the business perspective. Organizations such as 433, ABN AMRO, KPN, Vue Cinema, Arcadis, Tennet, Heijmans, Forvis Mazars Menzis, and the Municipality of Amsterdam demonstrated how Power BI makes a real difference in practice. Your stories create recognition, inspiration, and new insights for many people in the audience.

“The Power BI Gebruikersdagen are THE event for me to speak at. The audience is a great mix of young and experienced professionals, beginners and experts alike. It’s approachable, well organized, and filled with many familiar faces. I look forward to it every year!”

Jordi Frijters
Microsoft Business Intelligence Consultant
Datamotuz

A Line-Up to Be Proud Of

The Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2026 promise to be another spectacular edition with a world-class line-up. This major Power BI event brings together leading experts and inspiring speakers to share their knowledge, vision, and innovations.

Putting together the program is a challenge every year, and this time was no different. Out of 260 submissions, we unfortunately had to decline 185 sessions, which highlights the incredible quality and engagement within our community. The 2026 program features a rich mix of well-known names, first-time speakers, and business professionals who demonstrate how data, Power BI, and Microsoft Fabric are used to create real impact.

From deep technical sessions to no fewer than 11 Masterclasses, the Power BI Gebruikersdagen 2026 offer something special for every professional. This is your opportunity to learn from the best, expand your network, and be inspired by stories from across the world of Business Intelligence.

Are you passionate about data, Power BI, or Microsoft Fabric and would you like to share your knowledge with a broad audience of data professionals and Power BI enthusiasts? Then become a speaker at the Power BI Gebruikersdagen or one of our monthly User Group evenings. As a speaker, you have the unique opportunity to present your expertise and real-world experience to a diverse group of professionals from the Netherlands and beyond. You will inspire the community, increase your visibility, and actively contribute to knowledge sharing and innovation within the Power BI community.

Interested? Get in touch with me and discover the possibilities!
Speaker Manager (sara@pbig.nl)