Hogeschool van Amsterdam: hbo studeren en onderzoeken | HvA | Icebreaker

Hogeschool van Amsterdam: hbo studeren en onderzoeken | HvA | Icebreaker

Members

Boris Veldhuijzen van Zanten

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I'm an Internet Entrepreneur and since 2006 I have been running TNW (The Next Web), as its founder and CEO. Since 2021 My new role is founder and board member. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter. Username on both: @boris I started my first company in 1997 and sold it in 1999 to Fortunecity. My second company was the first Wi-Fi hotspot operator in The Netherlands which we sold to Royal KPN in 2003. It was soon rebranded to KPN Hotspots and you can still use it today and see the logo I designed on a napkin in 2002. A lot of my time is spent on keeping up with trends in digital technology. I live in the center of Amsterdam, the Netherlands with Tessa and our two daughters Loïs and Faye. I occasionally look at messages here, but the best way to contact me is by using boris@tnw.co. If you want to book me as a speaker to talk at your company or conference please contact tessa@thenextspeaker.com

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Johan is co-founder and managing partner at European early stage venture capital fund Peak, based in Amsterdam, Berlin, and Stockholm. Peak is fully funded and managed by experienced entrepreneurs with a portfolio of over 50 investments. Next to this, he is founding partner and IC chair at Healthy.Capital which invests in digital health companies. As an entrepreneur he is the founder of various companies such as data marketplace Adatus, social marketing business ReturnSocial (exit to Uberconnected in 2015), MailMedia and Yourleads (exit to OMG in 2009). Furthermore, he is active as a host at populair podcast The Big Exit Show, public speaker at different international events, and a frequent guest on the leading Dutch news radio station BNR.

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Have a keen interest in tech, finance, sustainability and development. I have been working and studying markets, blockchain and society. I have an analytical mindset and enjoy considering points of view before making a clear decision.

Sewdath Ritoe ★★★★★

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🔍 Who I Am: I'm an experienced research and intelligence professional with a passion for turning data into compelling stories and actionable insights. With a rich background spanning market research, digital analytics, and content creation, I specialize in bridging the gap between complex data analysis and engaging storytelling. 📊 What I Do: Leveraging my expertise in platforms like Looker Studio, Google Analytics, and various data visualization tools, I provide a unique service that encompasses everything from online marketing analytics to in-depth market research findings. My goal is to create insightful, engaging content across various formats - be it social media posts, dashboards, movies, or interactive digital experiences. 💡 My Offer: I offer strategic consultancy and content creation services designed to help businesses and personal brands understand and navigate their markets with data-backed confidence. Through the art of storytelling and the science of analytics, I transform raw data into narratives that not only inform but inspire action and drive decision-making. 🚀 Why It Matters: In today's information-saturated world, the ability to convey complex information in an understandable and captivating manner is invaluable. My approach ensures that insights are not just presented but are also persuasive and memorable, fostering deeper engagement and facilitating strategic decisions. 🌐 How I Deliver: Data-Driven Storytelling: Crafting narratives that resonate with your target audience, based on solid data analysis. Strategic Insights Consulting: Offering actionable recommendations by understanding trends, behaviors, and opportunities. Multimedia Content Creation: Utilizing various media to best communicate insights, tailored to your brand's needs and audience preferences. Engagement & Brand Building: Leveraging social media and digital platforms to amplify your message and build your brand presence. 🤝 Let's Connect: I'm eager to collaborate with forward-thinking businesses and individuals looking to leverage their data for growth and impact. Whether you're seeking to understand your market better, engage your audience more deeply, or elevate your brand's storytelling, I'm here to help turn your data into your most powerful asset.

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CEO & Co-founder | Accountable AI, Media

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I’m a senior business and experience designer with a passion for creating digital solutions that make life better for people and the planet. With over a decade of experience, I combine strategy, creativity and human-centric design to design services that are both impactful and intuitive. I work where business and design meet, turning ideas into meaningful experiences that actually work. At IKEA, I helped shape the second-hand marketplace (https://preowned.ikea.com/es/en), a peer-to-peer marketplace platform that extends the life of furniture. I have been part of the full innovation journey: from early-stage ideas to MVP, from improving the current platform to exploring future value propositions and customer segments. Earlier, I worked for 7 years as consultant for a number of clients and industries. E.g. I worked on making public services in Amsterdam more inclusive, and worked in the AI-innovation team of Prosus / OLX Marketplace. I've spoken at international conferences and was a finalist for the Service Design Award, but what matters most to me is real-world impact. I'm playful by nature, entrepreneurial at heart, and I love to bring communities together. In my toolbox: - Design Thinking (with AI) - Service Design & research - Storytelling & creative facilitation - Experiment Design - Platform Innovation Toolkit - Business Model Generation - Public speaking I believe good design isn’t about the tech itself: it's about what it makes possible.

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Experienced in both program management and (partner) marketing operations, I bring a unique mix of strategic thinking, executional excellence, and analytical precision. With a background spanning e-commerce, global app launches, and emerging tech, I’ve led cross-functional initiatives and go-to-market campaigns across markets. Most recently, I focused on brand partnerships, comms, and PR—driving storytelling and execution across social, digital, and media. I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing creativity with structure, managing budgets and delivering creative work that resonates with consumers and moves the brand forward. Over the past 6.5 years at adidas, I’ve grown from Manager to Director — navigating across the DIGITAL and BRAND organization — all while staying focused on culture, community, and the future of tech. My adidas journey includes thee distinct chapters: 🌀 1) Digital Optimization (EU ECOM) 📲 2) Digital Expansion (CONFIRMED APP) 🌐 3) Brand Development & Innovation

Maria Paula Santos Andersen

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Over 10 years of professional experience in the areas: Marketing Strategy, Communication, Branding, Market Analysis including Customer Insight, Market & Industry Analysis. University lecturer with 5 years of experience in developing content and delivering classes in the areas of Strategic Market Management, Marketing and International Strategy. Holds an MBA, a master study in International Marketing, and teaching qualifications for Dutch higher education

Owen Roderik Strijland

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Leading multicultural teams, multidimensional backgrounds, and diverse mindsets to develop lasting ideas using conceptual and analytic skills to finally see☟ ⚀ Forward-looking Risk Management as a pleasure ⚁ (Fin)Tech Risk Management, from appetite to governance ⚂ Regulation to Digital innovation (psd2) ⚃ Renewed energy to accomplish greatness in unforeseen areas ⇝ Once you have experienced anxiety you will never again be complacent with composure ⇜ ✉ owen.strijland@protiviti.nl

Roemer Hoogerwerf

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A professional Cum Laude MSc. graduate with experience in leading committees, projects, and a chatbot implementation plan. Knowledge of customer experience, strategic use of IT/IS, strategic marketing and data analytics. Built and managed top performing SEA campaigns with high conversion rates, while co-consulting SEA-strategies.