Geert Engels is a CTO | VED | Cazoo | MADE.com at Virgin Experience Days. They possess expertise in spring, agile methodologies, java, management, javascript and 12 more skills. Colleagues describe them as "I was recently asked about a leader I admire and I immediately thought of Geert. I had the privilege of working with him for nearly 4 years, and throughout that time I was repeatedly impressed by his leadership. The whole Tech department felt this way - he inspires in people a deep sense of loyalty, trust and respect, and I think it’s because this is how he treats others. His care for those he works with is palpable, and he puts in time and effort to understand not only the work but those doing it. He is a truly humble leader, the kind of person equally at home presenting to the board as making conversation at the communal lunch table. He is the sort of leader people want to follow. Crucially, Geert knows how to get the best out of his team, and he gets results. He doesn’t push for impact but pulls towards it, and that subtle difference explains his teams’ high motivation. He has a natural intuition for what the situation requires at any given moment, whether that’s autonomy, insight or direction. His approach is always considered, and he is the kind of person who thinks first and talks second. I think people find this reassuring because when Geert says something you know he’s given it requisite thought. He is also deeply pragmatic and knows, by instinct, what matters and what doesn’t. His practicality is a constant reassurance to those around him. Lastly, a perhaps needless to say, Geert is a brilliant mind. He has the benefit of extremely high intelligence coupled with a natural curiosity. He asks questions, digs deeper, and always seeks to understand things better. In my experience, great leaders listen and act in equal measure, and this is something Geert espouses. I hope I have the opportunity to work with Geert again one day, and I know a great many others feel the same way."