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Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Reporting to: Chief Product Officer

Executive Sponsor: SVP of R&DNeurodivergent (ND) is the umbrella term encompassing individuals whose brains function, think, and learn differently from the conventional norm. This includes conditions like autism, ADHD, Tourette’s, dyslexia, PTSD, and various other neurodivergent traits.The ND-ERG serves as a supportive space for neurodivergent #Mendix team members, fostering connections and empowerment. We recognize that each brain processes and synthesizes information uniquely, celebrating the strengths of neurodivergent individuals. Our goal is to normalize neurodivergent conditions and create an environment at Mendix where neurodivergent individuals feel empowered to be themselves and thrive.

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Reporting to: VP Digital ExecutionAs a Digital Execution Practice Lead, I am passionate about driving meaningful change through digital transformation. My role revolves around crafting thought leadership content and innovative programs to bolster sales and foster widespread adoption.Achievements:- Write monthly DEP articles on Digital Transformation, contributing to thought leadership in the field.- Initiated 'Digital Execution Talks,' a series of interviews to share valuable insights on Digital Transformation on our social platforms.- Designed and executed two customer enablement programs to drive sales and increase adoption of the Mendix Platform.- Oversaw a large-scale project to update our 25 Digital Transformation Playbooks, coordinating with subject matter experts and establishing a content quality assurance process.

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Nederland

Reporting to: Chief People OfficerTeam size: 6I lead the Mendix People & Culture Operations & Technology team, specializing in digital transformation to enhance the employee experience. My core focus is on streamlining processes, leveraging technology, and automation to drive efficiency across the employee lifecycle. From Onboarding, Security & Compliance, Payroll, and Moments that Matter to Offboarding, my team and I ensure readiness for the Future of HR.In addition, I spearhead the development of our proprietary Employee Experience platform, mPath, in collaboration with our internal AppFactory. Drawing on over a decade of software expertise, I guide the platform's roadmap and requirements in consultation with diverse stakeholders, influencing software architecture and development practices. These efforts form the bedrock for capturing and harnessing People Data in our data lake.Key Achievements:- Restructured and revitalized the Operations team, resulting in a remarkable efficiency boost, reducing response time from two weeks to just two days.- Innovatively redefined the technical and operational onboarding and termination processes, ensuring alignment with our rigorous Security & Compliance standards.- Pioneered the ideation and creation of the Employee Experience suite, providing vital support to multiple People & Culture units in their digital transformation journey.- Orchestrated a seamless HRIS transition from BambooHR to Workday, introducing new Workday modules for enhanced operational efficiency.As a Digital Transformation specialist, I'm passionate about adapting and learning to drive success across industries and constantly strive to be at the forefront of change.

Reporting to: Chief People OfficerMy role encompasses the management of our HR & Talent Acquisition technology landscape, with a strong focus on enhancing operational efficiency and elevating the Candidate and Employee Experience. I'm responsible for overseeing the existing tech infrastructure, identifying opportunities for improvement, and spearheading the implementation or creation of new solutions.On a daily basis, I'm deeply involved in driving conversations around Workday configuration, ensuring that our vendors align with our functional, compliance, and security requirements. This encompasses meticulous vendor evaluation, selection, and collaboration to ensure seamless integration. I also play a crucial role as a Product Owner for our in-house development team, guiding the development process, and aligning it with the strategic objectives of the organization.In my pursuit of continuous improvement and technological innovation, I'm dedicated to ensuring that our HR and Talent Acquisition processes are optimized, user-friendly, and equipped to meet the ever-evolving needs of our organization. This involves a proactive approach to technology, a commitment to quality, and a relentless focus on delivering tangible results.

Rotterdam

Reporting to: Senior Director App ServicesTeam size: 25As the App Delivery Manager in our Mendix App Factories, I streamline the intake procedure for new solution requests, guiding Business Owners and Product Owners in presenting their proposals to our Program Board. I translate the approved roadmap into execution plans for our factory lines, acting as the central point of contact for Product Owners. This ensures a seamless process that balances business and development needs.I also oversee the Mendix Traineeship program, grooming trainees into skilled Mendix developers over a 12-month program. They can choose to become developers within our department, explore business-oriented roles as Associate App Delivery Managers, or apply for positions in other units.Key Achievements:- Introduced Agile/SCRUM methodologies, enhancing development processes.- Developed maturity and value creation assessment processes for better decision-making.- Influenced project prioritization in discussions with the C-suite.- Reduced internal licensing costs by 25% through an Application Lifecycle Management app.- Co-created the Desk Allocation app, ensuring a safe office reopening during COVID-19.I'm committed to bridging strategic objectives with practical implementation, delivering high-quality solutions and measurable value.

Rotterdam En Omgeving, Nederland

Rotterdam Area, Netherlands

As a Technical Trainer at Mendix, I teach people how to build apps with the Mendix platform. Next to that I focus on creating new course material and keeping existing course material up to date (both in the classroom and online). I also procter Advanced Certification exams, as well as handle the assessments of these exams.

Rotterdam En Omgeving, Nederland

As a software developer at Coolblue, I primarily focused on front-end development and conducted extensive research into performance optimization. As part of this effort, I designed a test for asynchronous loading of specific data and HTML, significantly improving the speed index of coolblue.nl. In addition to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I frequently worked with PHP. Moreover, I gained experience as a SCRUM Master during my time at Coolblue.As a software developer at Coolblue, I achieved the following milestones:- Rebuilt Coolblue.nl, collaborating with my team, during the transition from a multi-URL online shop approach to a unified platform.- Successfully incorporated Elastic Search to enhance search functionality and user experience.- Contributed significantly to the development of a mobile-first and scalable website, ensuring an optimal browsing experience across all devices.

Rotterdam En Omgeving, Nederland

At Mach3Builders, my role encompassed various responsibilities:- Swiftly and precisely translating designs into websites, ensuring pixel-perfect accuracy, and working with Mach3Builders' CMS.- Writing custom JavaScript plugins and PHP modules to enhance website functionality.- Identifying and implementing improvements to the CMS.- Guiding and training new employees and interns.- Maintaining client communication in an assistant project manager capacity.- Conducting quality checks on colleagues' work before client delivery.- Providing technical support to the sales department in the preparation of proposals.- Taking on the role of the 'newsletter guru' within the company.This experience honed my skills in web development, JavaScript, PHP, and CMS management, and allowed me to collaborate effectively in a multifaceted role.

Rotterdam En Omgeving, Nederland

As a Junior Software Developer at apps4web, my primary focus is on front-end development, often involving aspects of design. Additionally, I handle project management, sales, and concept development. I bring a self-taught expertise in PHP, HTML, CSS, and Javascript, enhancing my ability to contribute to a wide range of projects and tasks.

I conducted my graduation research, which took four months to complete, focusing on the digitization and optimization of education within Diergaarde Blijdorp (Rotterdam Zoo). Alongside my graduate partner, Marco van Oudenaarde, we answered the question of whether it was desirable and feasible to offer education within Diergaarde Blijdorp through new media, such as the development of apps for iPhone, Android phones, iPad, and other tablet PCs. This thesis served as the kickstart of my career in technology.

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Executive Leadership, Finance And Strategy

Executive Education, Digital Transformation Strategy

In the last decade, digital has become part of almost every debate and discussion around strategy and often, the central focus. The reason.

Bachelor Of Business Administration, Leisure Management

Activities and Societies: PartyCrew (2006-2008): responsible for the organisation of (social) events for the students of Leisure.

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Minor Evenementen Management

Activities and Societies: Initiatie en organisatie van het 'WNF Record Apenkooien' op zondag 5 juli 2009 (Zuiderpark, Rotterdam). Winnend.

Psychology

Fashion & Design

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