Bussum, North Holland, Netherlands
I am an executive leader with a strong entrepreneurial mindset, focused on translating vision and strategy into sustainable business results. Pragmatic, decisive and execution-driven, operating comfortably at management and executive level. With over 20 years of experience in building, leading and growing technology-driven organizations, I combine commercial leadership with a strong understanding of technology. My background spans Cloud, SaaS, Security and digital platforms, with deep expertise across the Microsoft ecosystem and its services. In my current role as Director Microsoft Solutions at adesso Netherlands, I operate as a member of the Management Team with end-to-end responsibility for strategy, execution, team leadership and P&L. I focus on driving growth, scaling teams and aligning people, technology and commercial strategy to create long-term customer value. I bring a proven track record in defining and executing growth strategies, leading senior stakeholders and operating in complex organizational environments across corporate, entrepreneurial and scale-up contexts.
Responsible for the Microsoft Solutions practice in the Netherlands. Member of the local Management Team with end-to-end responsibility for vision, strategy, execution, team leadership and full P&L ownership.
Drove commercial growth and go-to-market strategy for Cloud services across multiple industry verticals. Played a key role in shaping cloud offerings, strengthening Microsoft-aligned propositions and building strategic customer relationships.
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Held multiple commercial leadership roles with responsibility for sales strategy, team leadership and commercial performance. Defined and executed tactical and strategic sales plans, drove sales process optimization and cost efficiency, and led teams to sustained revenue growth. Contributed to organizational scaling and improved commercial effectiveness.
Founded and led SunSense Europe, responsible for strategy, business development and commercial execution. Built the Benelux reseller operation, developed key partnerships and managed relationships with major retail and institutional clients. End-to-end responsibility for growth, operations and commercial performance.