Bram Kool

Head of Business Operations

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

About

I have over a decade of experience working across both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, focusing on turning ideas into practical outcomes. My background includes strategy consulting at Bain & Company as well as independent advisory work, blending analytical rigor with hands-on execution. In recent years, I’ve built two startups from the ground up, helped establish two nonprofit organizations, and advised a range of clients—from emerging startups to PE-owned companies and multinationals—on strategy, fundraising, finance, and commercial growth. I enjoy balancing strategic vision with day-to-day operations to generate tangible results and lasting impact.

Experience

  • Head of Business Operations at DuckLabs
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • Independent Consultant and (interim) executive at Bram Kool
    Apr 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 4 mos

    Industries: tech, e-commerce, energy, non-profit, research institutes, construction, retail Projects: M&A (CDD/VDD), post-acq (value creation), growth strategy, transformations (PMO, Results Delivery), fundraising support (start- and scale-ups), go-to-market, (interim) executive and non-executive roles. Other: one-day strategy workshops and presenter

  • CCO, 361 at Finca (a.i.) at FINCA International
    Aug 2024 - Apr 2025 · 9 mos

    361 by FINCA is a fintech that is reimagining microfinance. We reach more people further and faster, bridging the gap to underserved communities. Not only do we deliver access to simple, safe, and flexible capital, but we multiply the value of this capital by connecting our customers to other solutions that, when combined, unlock opportunities, build resilience, and break the cycle of poverty.

  • COO/CFO co-Founder at Bloom & Wolf
    Sep 2022 - Feb 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

    E-commerce start-up that sells and rents silk flower bouquets to consumers and companies. Successfully launched from 0 to 1, with >100+ customers, rapid month-on-month growth and 1M+ funding secured.

  • Programme Manager Built Environment (a.i.) at Laudes Foundation
    Sep 2020 - Jun 2021 · 10 mos

    Led work on new NGO Built by Nature with the objective to accelerate the timber transformation in Europe; was responsible for part of built environment portfolio that is focused on sustainable timber, biobased building materials, decarbonization of the built environment, and making a positive contribution to forests and nature.