Bert Torn is a professional in their field. Colleagues describe them as "Bert is able to understand in depth very complex situations and creates the big picture helping ro drive the right change management. This is valid for big challenges in processes, organizations or innovations. He translates his understanding in clear and sharp proposals with different scenarios. Through dialogue he creates understanding and alignment in the total organization. In a constructive but determined way he drives the real implementation of the agreed projects/project portfolio, stays on top of the milestones and pro-actively plans needed mitigations. With his capacity to understand complexity and details, he is the go to person for the 'one version of the truth' for the company. In addition he is a very pleasant person to work with, with passion and a real can do mentality." and "Bert recruited me into the management team for Unilever Skin Cleansing R&D in the UK. I worked with him for 5 years, through the building of the team from the ground up and the Covid period, in which Bert's leadership of the skin cleansing category for Europe was absolutely critical to Unilever's response. Bert is an inspirational leader. He has demonstrated this through many, many avenues. Calling out a few that have impacted me the most: Influencing beyond the scope of his role Decision making and pragmatism Willingness to back subordinates and provide opportunities for exposure while also safety. Very high but fair standards for performance which he exemplifies and so instils in his team. His standout trait is his ability to forge a team and lead it through troubling times. He is an investor in people and a great coach. Bert has continued to offer me valuable advice even after his time in Unilever ended, which speaks volumes of the personal connection he generates with his team and desire to see them succeed. I can wholeheartedly recommend Bert as a boss, a coach, a colleague, and an example what leadership looks like. ."