Arjen Radder appointed as Regional CEO, Central Europe
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
IVC Evidensia is pleased to announce the appointment of Arjen Radder as Regional CEO for Central Europe, covering operations in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. He will assume the role on 1 September 2025 and report directly to Group CEO Simon Smith, joining the company’s Group Executive Committee.
IVC Evidensia is pleased to announce the appointment of Arjen Radder as Regional CEO for Central Europe, covering operations in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. He will assume the role on 1 September 2025 and report directly to Group CEO Simon Smith, joining the company’s Group Executive Committee.
Arjen brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare and life sciences across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and North America. Most recently, he served as CEO of healthcare provider Bergman Clinics Group, where he led the business through a period of strong growth, international expansion, customer-focused improvement, and operational transformation.
Prior to that, Arjen held numerous senior roles at Royal Phillips, including leading global diagnostic imaging businesses. A Dutch national with German language skills, he is known for building team engagement, customer-focused innovation, and delivering sustainable growth.
“We’re delighted to be welcoming Arjen to IVC Evidensia in the Autumn,” said Simon Smith, Group CEO. “He brings a strong customer mindset, deep healthcare expertise, and a proven ability to drive positive change across international organisations. His appointment reflects our continued investment in leadership talent to support our people in their delivery of our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.”
Arjen said “I’m truly honoured to be joining IVC Evidensia and contributing to its continued growth, innovation and leadership in such a vital, fast-evolving sector. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on improving healthcare systems and quality outcomes and have a deep respect for those who dedicate themselves to the care of others. There can be no vetcare without the people to provide it, so I’m really looking forward to meeting, and helping, the veterinary professionals and support staff that deliver the outstanding care that IVC Evidensia is known for.”
Arjen brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare and life sciences across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and North America. Most recently, he served as CEO of healthcare provider Bergman Clinics Group, where he led the business through a period of strong growth, international expansion, customer-focused improvement, and operational transformation.
Prior to that, Arjen held numerous senior roles at Royal Phillips, including leading global diagnostic imaging businesses. A Dutch national with German language skills, he is known for building team engagement, customer-focused innovation, and delivering sustainable growth.
“We’re delighted to be welcoming Arjen to IVC Evidensia in the Autumn,” said Simon Smith, Group CEO. “He brings a strong customer mindset, deep healthcare expertise, and a proven ability to drive positive change across international organisations. His appointment reflects our continued investment in leadership talent to support our people in their delivery of our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.”
Arjen said “I’m truly honoured to be joining IVC Evidensia and contributing to its continued growth, innovation and leadership in such a vital, fast-evolving sector. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on improving healthcare systems and quality outcomes and have a deep respect for those who dedicate themselves to the care of others. There can be no vetcare without the people to provide it, so I’m really looking forward to meeting, and helping, the veterinary professionals and support staff that deliver the outstanding care that IVC Evidensia is known for.”