SFIA Specialist
Brendan Hooft
Brendan Hooft is the CEO & Managing Partner of ESPER, (ex- Head of Gartner MEA), as well as an advisory council member for the Harvard and Forbes Technology Councils. With over 20 years of distinguished experience in digital business transformation, technology innovation, and strategic leadership, Brendan is a recognized authority in the digital business arena. Brendan is dedicated to advancing the company's mission to be the world’s most trusted partner in developing high-performing digital workforces. His role involves close collaboration with senior executives and governmental leaders, focused on creating future-ready workforces that drive sustainable digital success and shape the future.

Brendan Hooft is a specialist consultant based in United Arab Emirates
About Brendan Hooft
SFIA Level of Responsibility
Brendan operates at SFIA Level 7: Set Strategy, Inspire, Mobilize, the highest level of responsibility within the SFIA framework. At this level, Brendan is responsible for setting the strategic direction of ESPER and it’s clients. His role involves inspiring and mobilizing teams, leading transformative initiatives, and influencing both internal and external stakeholders at the highest, national and board levels.
Key SFIA Skills:
1. Strategy and Planning (ITSP) – Level 7
2. Leadership and Governance (GOVN) – Level 6
3. Workforce Planning and Management (PEMT) – Level 6
4. Leadership Development (LEDA) – Level 5
5. Professional Development (PDSV) – Level 6
Contact: Brendan Hooft van Huijsduijnen, jCEO & Managing Partner
Company: ESPER-FZCO
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +971 52 984 2701
Base: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Area served: GCC and Middle East
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