As an experienced (commercial) director and manager, I have proven myself in developing teams and implementing changes. My strength shines best in a technical environment where I can build passionate, independent teams. Whether it's larger companies or smaller scale-ups, my focus is always on strengthening teams from within and achieving lasting improvements. I see my leadership style as a fine balance between a hands-on approach and maintaining focus on strategic goals, deriving the most satisfaction when achieving success together with my team. In 2017, as a sales manager, my team was awarded the Best Sales Organization of the Year (the Piet Hein award).For me, it's always about leveraging talents, pursuing passion, and contributing to the environment. With attention to detail but without losing sight of the big picture, I enjoy guiding teams in their development. To enhance this further, I have completed training as a strategic coach (including advanced courses), which has reinforced my enjoyment of working with people, their talents, and creating opportunities. Being commercial to me primarily means being a trustworthy, knowledgeable advisor for your relationships, with a focus on realizing their ambitions. A clear foundation of a unified process, methodology, and supportive systems for sales professionals is crucial. With over 20 years of experience in general management, operational management, consultancy, and project management, I am capable of patiently working towards broadly supported results with lasting impact.Beyond my professional endeavors, my passion lies in the field of sales, evident from my involvement as a board member of the Sales Management Association (SMA) in the Netherlands.