Head of Open Source Program Office – Schleswig-Holstein 

Nicole Beckendorf leads the Open Source Program Office Schleswig-Holstein (OSPO SH), where she builds and connects cross-sector networks to advance digital sovereignty and open innovation. As a communication and strategy expert, she drives and aligns internal and external dialogue, fostering collaboration between government, industry, and civil society. Her work focuses on bridging policy, technology, and people, positioning Schleswig-Holstein as a pioneer in open, sovereign digital transformation. By empowering partnerships and knowledge exchange, she accelerates the adoption of open-source solutions and strengthens long-term digital resilience.