Maarten Verhoeven

Change & Transformation Consultant | Hiking Guide | Open to (international) consulting opportunities from 21 September

Utrecht Area

About

Experienced consultant, trainer, and coach, specializing in guiding organizations and individuals through change and transformation. I help teams and people adapt to new ways of working, build change capability, and develop new skills. My work as a mountain guide aligns perfectly with this approach: just as I guide people in unfamiliar mountain terrain, I help them feel confident and comfortable in new and challenging situations. What others say about me: “Approachable, energetic, and creative; works effortlessly across diverse teams and cultures; inspires others with enthusiasm and passion.” Interests: Outdoor adventures and leading hands-on workshops in artisanal bread and pizza baking.

Experience

  • Small Business Owner at Bij Maarten
    Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

    Independent entrepreneur, active in three areas: - Consultancy, training & coaching in change and transformation. - Guiding safe and enjoyable outdoor experiences in nature. - Leading artisanal workshops on sourdough bread and pizza.

  • Hiking Guide at Travelbase
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    Guiding groups on trekkings in Iceland, Scotland, Kyrgyzstan, Norway and the Balkans, and backcountry ski expeditions in Sweden.

  • Trainer at Salta Group
    Dec 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

    Facilitating trainings around Change Management.

  • Change Manager at City of Amsterdam
    Dec 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Coordinated the aftercare phase for 12 divisions following the implementation of new financial and procurement systems. After a crisis situation shortly after go-live, stabilized and improved processes across the entire chain from Sales to Receipt. Contained i.a.: stakeholder management, facilitating meetings with directors, sponsors and project leaders, drafting an improvement roadmap, providing input for management reports and steering committee meetings, and investigating and elaborating improvement proposals for multiple divisions.

  • Professional development at Career Break
    Jul 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

    - Participated in self-development and leadership programs. - Enhanced knowledge and skills through various courses. - Learned French. - Volunteered and gained work experience in the outdoor industry.