Diane Zandee

Dr. Diane Zandee is an Assistant Professor at Nyenrode Business University, affiliated with the Faculty Expertise Center for Entrepreneurship, Governance & Stewardship. Her research and teaching focus on the financial dimensions of sustainability, particularly the circular economy, emphasizing the roles of the financial sector, controllers, and accounting instruments. She holds a PhD (completed 2023) on circular economy challenges in financial contexts. Prior to academia, Zandee held senior financial roles at organizations like Eneco, NS, and Schiphol Airport, as well as startups and scale-ups. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing gaps in financial frameworks for circular business models. Collaborations include Monash University, Deakin University, and Australian Catholic University. Publications highlight regulatory compliance (e.g., CSRD), accounting practices for circularity, and digital tools like BIM and blockchain in construction.

Her mission centers on integrating planetary and societal value into financial systems to build sustainable organizations. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to circular economy discourse are notable, as seen in peer-reviewed journals and handbooks.