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Executive iCEO #97469
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Paul's Profile

  • PositionCOO/Managing Director
  • NationalityNetherlands
  • Home countryNetherlands

Experience

Experienced executive leader with a track record across AEX- and NASDAQ-listed environments and entrepreneurial ventures. Held CxO and board roles driving growth, innovation, and transformation in technology-driven and startup contexts.

Major Achievements

Led large-scale integration and transformation programs culminating in an IPO, managed €1B+ P&L and 3,500 people, and founded startup. Guiding both PE-backed and early-stage ventures through growth, scaling, strategic repositioning, and M&A.

Industry Sector Competencies

Software
Systems Integration
Telecommunications
Cybersecurity
Engineering

Professional Objectives

Function: CxO or Board-level roles in technology-driven, PE-backed, or transformation-stage companies — including CEO, CIO, CTO, COO, Interim Executive, or Board Advisor positions
Sector: Technology-driven sectors including Telecom, SaaS, Cybersecurity, and Digital Infrastructure. Also o
Interim Manager: Yes
Permanent Position: No
Operational: Yes
Availability: Full time, part time, coaching on demand
Prefered Locations: Netherlands, Western part Germany, Remote All

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand
Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Czech Republic
Israel
Netherlands
Sweden
USA

Operational Competencies

AI strategy (Professional)
ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)
Technologies to market (Expert)
Business development (Expert)
Acquisition and shadow management (Expert)
New product or service launch (Expert)
Geographical expansion (Expert)
Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)
Close down or sell off (Expert)
Pre or post investment audit (Professional)

Nationality

Netherlands

Home Country

Netherlands

Availability

Full time
Part time
Coaching on demand

Education

MSc Electrical Engineering

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Management Experience

More than 15 years

Company Size

Start-up, Multinational

Interim Manager

Yes

Founder or Co-Founder

Yes

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Fast Selection

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Contractual Flexibility

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