Erik Boels Email & Phone Number

Amersfoort, Ut, Nl

Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Nederland

- reponsible for implementation Remeha monitoring- developing proposition monitoring

Developing value proposition for heat pumps. Potential customers: manufacturers, installers, social housing corporations and grid operatorsNoorderlicht is an HEMs

- Innovation & product management, data analysis, training, knowledge sharing, market research, customer journey- Expertise: Demand Response/Flexibility, monitoring, exploitation models, hybrid & all electric heat pumps- For who: Providing services for manufacturers, installers, startups and other companies involved in the energy transition.- Focus area's: energy saving, heat pumps, solar, batteries

Led a pivotal market research initiative for Intergas, focusing on identifying decision-making criteria for heat pump installations from the installer's perspective. Conducted a competitive analysis to benchmark Intergas against its rivals based on features critical to installers, contributing to enhanced marketing strategies and product innovation. Engaged in customer-centric research employing a Job-to-be-Done framework, facilitating the development of more targeted and effective solutions… Show more Led a pivotal market research initiative for Intergas, focusing on identifying decision-making criteria for heat pump installations from the installer's perspective. Conducted a competitive analysis to benchmark Intergas against its rivals based on features critical to installers, contributing to enhanced marketing strategies and product innovation. Engaged in customer-centric research employing a Job-to-be-Done framework, facilitating the development of more targeted and effective solutions and marketing messages, thereby strengthening Intergas's market position and installer relationships. Show less

-Product and market research batteries-Product and market research heat pumps for dealership in Spain-Improving proposition of Acond heatpump-Installation&monitoring of all-electric heatpumps

- Led a research project for Stiebel Eltron, analyzing the current and future exploitation market for heat pumps, focusing on market multipliers, emerging business models, and the transition to decarbonized solutions in residential construction. Conducted extensive desk research and expert reviews to assess market size, growth trends, and the competitive landscape, providing strategic insights into potential opportunities and challenges. Identified key market players and their portfolios… Show more - Led a research project for Stiebel Eltron, analyzing the current and future exploitation market for heat pumps, focusing on market multipliers, emerging business models, and the transition to decarbonized solutions in residential construction. Conducted extensive desk research and expert reviews to assess market size, growth trends, and the competitive landscape, providing strategic insights into potential opportunities and challenges. Identified key market players and their portfolios, explored the dynamics of high-temperature vs. low-temperature networks, and evaluated the relevance of different multipliers to the Stiebel Eltron portfolio, shaping future research directions and product development strategies.- Creating a value proposition for the heatpump boiler- Market analysis focusing on Stiebel Eltron's strategic position as the market moves from all-electric to a growing preference for hybrid systems. Provided 3 talking points with new insights of the benefits of All Electric (ready) compared to hybrid. Show less

Responsible for the implementation of the business line heat pumps.-Create a customer journey.-Implemented heat pump products from Atag, Nefit, Vaillant, and Intergas.-Created a web form to automate the sales process.-Developed a sales tool including tips, pricing, and savings, as well as a housing check.-Conducted employee training.

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Challenge: How can we effectively sell heat pumps to consumers who perceive them as expensive, unattractive, and noisy?Skills:-Team leader.-Product owner of an agile sprint team.-In-depth knowledge of heat pumps for both individual and collective buildings in the renovation and new build market.-Proficient in solar system knowledge.Projects:-Implemented hybrid and all-electric ready heat pump solutions, improving the overall proposition for all-electric… Show more Challenge: How can we effectively sell heat pumps to consumers who perceive them as expensive, unattractive, and noisy?Skills:-Team leader.-Product owner of an agile sprint team.-In-depth knowledge of heat pumps for both individual and collective buildings in the renovation and new build market.-Proficient in solar system knowledge.Projects:-Implemented hybrid and all-electric ready heat pump solutions, improving the overall proposition for all-electric systems (including brand selection, type determination, and all necessary steps for selling, installing, and operating the heat pumps).-Integrated three new heat pump brands into the organization.-Conducted market research to assess consumer willingness to pay for heat pumps.-Developed pricing strategies for solar systems and heat pumps.-Implemented Kibana for heat pump monitoring using API.-Conducted a pilot project with Eneco, investigating the flex value of a heat pump with 35 households. Show less

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Challenge:To identify which services could be developed using the 300+ data points of the Toon smart thermostat in order to create a scalable business model. The focus areas included demand side management/flexibility, gas boiler maintenance, and energy saving.Market:- Possess good knowledge of the energy market, including areas such as demand side management (DSM), trading markets, solar feed-in tariffs, and grid connection.- Conducted an investigation on Toon… Show more Challenge:To identify which services could be developed using the 300+ data points of the Toon smart thermostat in order to create a scalable business model. The focus areas included demand side management/flexibility, gas boiler maintenance, and energy saving.Market:- Possess good knowledge of the energy market, including areas such as demand side management (DSM), trading markets, solar feed-in tariffs, and grid connection.- Conducted an investigation on Toon Stroomversnelling as part of the Stroomversnelling task force, focusing on flex and monitoring.Product:- Conducted an investigation on using Toon to control heat pumps.- Demonstrated a strong understanding of heating systems, including thermostats, Open Therm data, and hydraulic balancing.- Conducted an investigation with Alfen ICU on smart charging stations to prevent grid connection overload in households.- Led the project involving Powerwall integration with Toon, including the first installation of Powerwall 1 in the Netherlands in cooperation with SolarEdge.Customer:- Conducted customer research on solar and gas boiler monitoring, showerheads, LED lighting, close-in boilers, comfort levels, and standby usage.- Conducted a pilot project with 120 customers to increase night usage of white goods. Show less

-Analyzed markets to develop new (financial) products.-Managed contracts for the production unit.-Successfully sold products to energy companies and strategic customers in the Netherlands.-Established contracts in collaboration with the legal department and counterparties.-Oversaw the implementation of new products within the organization.-Initiated and conducted investigations for potential company takeovers, presenting findings to the Board of Directors.

-Responsible for creating new business opportunities and improving the performance of current business operations.-Established competitor analysis to gain better insights into electricity production in the Netherlands.-Led a project aimed at optimizing the scheduling of a CHP (Combined Heat and Power) unit.-Led a project focused on increasing the added value of real-time metering.

-Set up business performance management in Benelux and Germany.-Led a project to implement a new deal capture system for NL users.-Led a project to improve the placement process of real-time meters (using Lean Six Sigma methodologies).-Led a project to enhance communication between the Generation and Energy Management teams (using Lean Six Sigma methodologies).-Reported on the expected scheduling of power plants and provided advice on investments and divestments.-Coordinated… Show more -Set up business performance management in Benelux and Germany.-Led a project to implement a new deal capture system for NL users.-Led a project to improve the placement process of real-time meters (using Lean Six Sigma methodologies).-Led a project to enhance communication between the Generation and Energy Management teams (using Lean Six Sigma methodologies).-Reported on the expected scheduling of power plants and provided advice on investments and divestments.-Coordinated efforts to improve contract results and internal performance of a CHP unit.-Provided advisory support to (senior) management in decision-making processes. Show less

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Economy & Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Business/Managerial Economics