I’m an independent strategy consultant with a belief that companies thrive when they focus on what truly drives people, trusting to leave 20th-century management techniques behind.After a mid-career break running start-ups (my wife calls it my “midlife crisis”), I returned to consulting with a renewed commitment to create the spirit experienced at startups in large organizations. I now specialize in creating the conditions for drive, dare, and direction—key performance factors for lasting impact.I partner with forward-thinking leaders across industries to run and facilitate projects in strategy, innovation, and large-scale transformation—achieving success, and sometimes learning from failure. Recently, I trained over 250 leaders in HR, Marketing, and other functions, exploring practical, relevant AI use cases, sharing tools I use in my own work, and discussing the strategic implications of Artificial Intelligence. To bring these insights to clients and teams, I co-founded IntotheNXT Consultants.InvestmentsBeyond consulting, I invest in ventures, including NXTminds.com, a platform for interim tech and AI personnel; i-mot.com, a product authentication solution; storeDNA.co, a retail analytics company; Yearxero.com, an ad-tech firm; and dutchdisruptiveventures.nl, an early-stage investment company applying Clayton Christensen’s disruptive innovation insights to Dutch start-ups.A personal touchOutside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Myrthe, our children, Max and Liv, and taking long walks with our golden retriever, Sep. I’m also energized by watersports at the nearby beach, skiing with friends, hosting dinner parties, or quietly honing new skills—moments that bring balance and fuel my creativity.