2001 – Present: 24dutch – IT Consultancy & Business Development
Specializing in IT Consultancy and Business Development, my tenure at 24dutch has been characterized by a multifaceted approach to addressing IT-related challenges. With a comprehensive skill set spanning People, Relations, IT, and Trade, my primary objective is to assist companies in overcoming their IT bottlenecks, encompassing areas such as IT sales, business development, and strategic purchasing.
2021 – Present: Owner, Billing4MSP.com
As the proprietor of Billing4MSP.com, a SAAS startup offering MSP billing reconciliation services, I spearhead efforts to streamline the end-of-month billing process for MSPs. Through our innovative software, we empower MSPs to effortlessly process incoming invoices, conduct cross-checks on billable deliverables, and facilitate a faster, error-free billing sequence.
2015-2021: Owner, IT Recruitment Services
In this capacity, I facilitated the recruitment process for IT professionals, leveraging my expertise to match the right candidates with the right roles. With a keen understanding of industry demands and a commitment to exceeding expectations, I specialized in sourcing IT professionals and IT sales personnel.
2011-2014: Shareholder, Social Media Services
As a shareholder in a Social Media Services company, I provided strategic sales advice to Dutch and German firms. Offering turnkey solutions tailored to the evolving social media landscape, my role involved analyzing client needs and delivering bespoke social media strategies to enhance customer engagement.
2009-2010: Freelancer, Software Consultancy
During this period, I served as a document control lead, optimizing the quality and traceability of outgoing and incoming documents within the process control industry. Additionally, I assumed the role of beta-test manager and IT purchaser, overseeing the testing and procurement of new hardware and software solutions.
2004-2006: Sales, Call Centre Software Solution
In this role, I expanded sales into the European market, focusing on outbound call center productivity and efficiency solutions. By analyzing market opportunities and executing targeted sales strategies, I successfully penetrated the Benelux and German markets, achieving set targets.
2001-2003: Sales, IP Billing Software Solution
As a country manager/account manager, I played a pivotal role in expanding sales within the Benelux region for an OSS/BSS solution provider. By leveraging my technical expertise and sales acumen, I successfully secured targets and fostered relationships with corporate clients.
2003-2004: Business Development, Seoul, Korea
During my tenure in Seoul, Korea, I spearheaded the business development efforts for a Friend Finder App, facilitating its successful introduction into the market. By crafting a robust business plan and executing strategic initiatives, I played a key role in the app’s successful launch.
1998 – 2001: Strategic Purchaser, Thales – Hengelo
As a strategic purchaser for IT software and services at Thales, I was entrusted with overseeing the procurement of technical software licenses and managing software projects. Additionally, I handled the in-sourcing and outsourcing of software services, ensuring the successful execution of software projects.
1996 – 1998: Consultant, Quality Coordinator, CMG (now Logica) Rotterdam
During my tenure at CMG, I served as an IT consultant, contributing to various projects and assuming the role of quality coordinator for CMG Rotterdam. As a certified lead auditor for ISO 9001, I played a key role in maintaining and enhancing the organization’s quality management system.
1989 – 1996: Various Roles, Getronics (now KPN, prior DATEX)
My tenure at Getronics spanned various roles including Account Manager, Technical Sales Support, Designer, and Programmer. Notably, as an Account Manager, I spearheaded the sales of IT services, achieving set targets and overseeing a significant increase in turnover within the process automation services sector. Additionally, as a Quotation Specialist, I played a pivotal role in securing major projects such as the “Maeslantkering in the Nieuwe Waterweg,” a critical project for the water defense system in the Netherlands.