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Mark Voermans

Fractional CCO | Ex-Microsoft | Driving Growth through Strategic Leadership & Innovation | Business Mentor & Advisor

Amsterdam, Netherlands (+01:00 UTC) Dutch, Englishfrom Deventer, Netherlands
Usually responds in 4 days
Free
Price per hour
30 min60 min
Time Blocks Available
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Bio

With over 25 years of experience, Mark has helped powerhouses like Kaspersky, KPN, and Microsoft, and innovative startups alike, reach new heights. A true jack-of-all-trades, Mark brings a unique blend of business development, sales, engineering, and IT expertise to the table. He's a trusted advisor, having mentored through programs like Growth Mentor, Astia, Rockstar, Startupbootcamp, and Seedcamp. Mark's secret to success? Believing in people's capabilities and empowering them to create incredible things. He provides creativity, builds flexible structures, and advocates for individuals and organizations to achieve their goals - one step at a time. From nurturing startups in the Dutch market to building successful disruptive global software companies from the ground up, Mark has a proven track record of success. Work with Mark and experience the power of a strong and mindful leader with a clear vision for business development and organizational growth. He's a human, with a heart, and a real partner who doubles as a coach for his rockstar teams. So why wait? Take your company to the next level with Mark, the go-to person for fast-scaling success!"

Expertise

  • Advice on funding

    I have evaluated thousands of startups and worked with hundreds of founders to ensure their product fits the market, the right people are hired and mentored, at the right time, and that they have the right funding and enough runway to scale.

  • Building a team

    I have build many succesful teams in different types of organizations. One thing they have in common, it's all about the team that consist of A-players.

  • Product management

    I'm a "whole package" guy who can drive that vision with the right balance of deep personal commitment and a great ability to persuade and convince and get others on board. I can build something from nothing. I also radiate positivity in a way rarely seen. When things get tight or stressful, people say I actually seems to get nicer, which is very motivating and generous.

  • Product market fit

    I work with founders and their teams, focusing on what they need to know, when they need to act and how best to navigate the pitfalls of growing their startup. I have evaluated thousands of startups and worked with hundreds of founders to ensure their product fits the market.

  • Sales

    Sales is not only about Sales, it's all about bringing value to your (potentential) custmers for the bat. I've build several succesfull sales teams at Corporates, Start-ups and scale-ups.

Toolkit

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    WordPress

    Not sure if I'm a specialist in Software, I'm much more a strategic business person than anything else than a user of any of the software tools. I know a lot about SAAS, cloud solutions, scalability etc.

Industries

  • FinTech

    With over 25 years of experience, Mark has helped powerhouses like Kaspersky, KPN, and Microsoft, and innovative startups alike, reach new heights. A true jack-of-all-trades, Mark brings a unique blend of business development, sales, engineering, and IT expertise to the table. He's a trusted advisor, having mentored through programs like Growth Mentor, Astia, Rockstar, Startupbootcamp, and Seedcamp.

  • Enterprise Applications

    Embark on a transformative journey Value Engineering. Mastering the art of driving digital-era success, I craft compelling customer content, conduct robust research, and leverage my vast network to earn unwavering credibility with C-level stakeholders. A unique blend of technical prowess and business acumen enables me to create resonating value propositions, empowering enterprises to unleash their true potential.

  • FinTech

    Meet the visionary behind a crypto revolution! With the Head of Trading, I crafted a powerhouse team, disrupting the industry with automated liquidity solutions, game-changing strategies, and elite advisory services. As Head of Bot creator community, I fostered a vibrant community, driving revenue and propelling cutting-edge algorithms to for our platform.

Experience

  • Red Hat

    Enterprise Account Executive

    • Lead strategic enterprise partnerships with KPN and NXP Semiconductors, supporting large-scale cloud, AI/ML and cybersecurity transformation initiatives. • Drive adoption of open-source infrastructure, automation and hybrid cloud platforms in mission-critical environments. • Manage complex, multi-year enterprise sales cycles engaging CIO, CTO and C-suite stakeholders across highly regulated industries. • Orchestrate cross-functional teams spanning architecture, engineering and security to deliver large-scale enterprise programs • Manage strategic enterprise accounts including KPN and NXP Semiconductors, driving large-scale cloud and infrastructure transformation initiatives.

  • Davinci Company

    Managing Director & Founder
    •davincicompany.nl

    FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN BE MORE PROFITABLE Business mentoring & consultancy for IT entrepreneurs. For sustainable SUCCESS, more PROFIT, more FREEDOM.

    SaaSB2BB2COther

  • Rockstart

    Startup Mentor
    •rockstart.com

    Rockstart, ‘The Global Brand for Startups’, established this year by Dutch entrepreneur Oscar Kneppers, is to run an accelerator programme which will start in spring of next year in Amsterdam. The Rockstart Accelerator aims to help start-ups with specific knowledge, networks, contacts and funds bring a business idea to the market faster and well-prepared. The first 10 start-ups in the Rockstart Accelerator programme will be filled by an international mentor group of 75 professionals and entrepreneurs. The start-ups will get intensive support for 100 days, while on track to Investor Day, where they can present their businesses to investors. These investors can, in turn, pitch to the start-ups. see less

  • alphaparty

    COO/CTO
    •alphaparty.io

    Alphaparty is a firm that trades digital assets. “Alpha is the divine excess, the return over and above the market’s expectations.” In finance, ‘alpha’ is a metric used to assess how well an investment has outperformed or underperformed a certain benchmark. Alphaparty is a firm that profits from trading in alpha-rich strategies across digital asset markets. Our mission is to generate alpha-rich returns by staying at the forefront of innovation and technology in the digital assets market.

  • BOTS

    COO Trading
    •bots.io

    As a dynamic duo with the Head of Trading, I built and led a superstar team that revolutionized the crypto world with our expertly crafted automated liquidity solutions, game-changing trading strategies, and top-notch advisory services.

  • FITTAR

    Chief Operations Officer at FITTAR SMART MIRROR
    •fittar.eu

    The FITTAR Smart Mirror is a new way for people to train and keep fit. FITTAR makes working-out engaging and fun, using the newest technology. FITTAR is interactive, fits your personal needs and offers over 1,500 different workouts. So, train when, where and how you want. FITTAR Smart Mirror is a breakthrough when it comes to fitness. It gives users a great level of interactivity and fun. We are using the know-how of our tech guys combined with our professional sports and fitness background, to ensure a great user experience. FITTAR Smart Mirror blends clever technology with fitness routines and gamification. The result: a new approach to fitness and training. We make working out fun, surprising and competitive. FITTAR keeps you motivated and your results will be better. With FITTAR you’ll love working out, again and again.

    B2BB2CSaaSOther

  • BMC Software

    Senior Value Engineer

    • Led value engineering for complex enterprise sales cycles, translating technical platforms into ROI-driven business cases for C-suite stakeholders. • Secured enterprise deals with IKEA, Telia, ABN AMRO and KLM through value-based selling and quantified business impact. • Supported large-scale enterprise cloud transformation programs, helping organisations transition from on-premise infrastructure to cloud-first architectures. • Developed financial models and strategic value frameworks enabling executive decision making on major technology investments.

  • Kaspersky

    Head of B2B Sales
    •kaspersky.com

    Responsibilities include developing key growth sales strategies, tactics and action plans. Successful execution of these strategies to achieve your financial targets. Sales director duties will include hitting annual targets, building relationships and understanding customer trends.

    B2B

  • Insight

    Technology Services Manager

    Led the transition of Insight from a traditional VAR/LSP model to a modern solutions and services provider, improving service delivery and operational efficiency through automation and streamlined project management. • Drove the introduction of cloud-first and modern IT service offerings for enterprise clients. • Delivered strategic advisory and executive reporting on project progress, KPIs and technology investments. • Improved service efficiency and customer outcomes through process optimisation and automation initiatives.

  • Startupbootcamp

    Startupbootcamp Mentor
    •startupbootcamp.org/

    Mentored early-stage founders participating in the Startupbootcamp accelerator (Techstars affiliate), supporting teams in validating business models, refining go-to-market strategies and preparing for investor growth. • Advised startups on enterprise sales, product-market fit and commercial strategy. • Supported founders in scaling technology products and navigating early-stage growth challenges. • Contributed to the accelerator ecosystem across Madrid and Copenhagen cohorts.

  • IreckonU

    Co-founder
    •ireckonu.com

    Broad and comprehensive knowledge of all matters related to the business of ireckonU with an eye towards identifying new sales prospects and driving business growth and requirements for product development that will is coordinated with the management team. Responsibilities: • Develop business development plans, design and implement processes to support business growth, through customer and market definition. • Facilitate business growth by working together with clients as well as business partners. • Build and maintain high-level contacts with current and prospective customer and other business and project partners. • Drive prospects through to contract award (including identifying new customers and markets, developing approaches to the market, identifying prospects, proposal preparation, etc.) • Develop marketing strategy.

    SaaSB2B

  • Microsoft Ventures

    Senior Business Development Manager - Emerging Business
    •startups.microsoft.com/en-us/

    In this role at Microsoft, I'm managing and running the strategic programs for student (teams) and start-ups to become what’s next. Managing a portfolio of over 750 software startups in our BizSpark program and over 100.000 students in our DreamSpark program in the Netherlands alone and always keen to spot the really interesting companies and students teams with the highest potential. I initiate and manage relationships with accelerators, incubators, trade agencies, other corporates, universities and investor groups and more. We also partner with Government and Academia on education and enterprise policy, co-investing in programs for the next generation of tech entrepreneurs. Everything of what I do is at the intersection of Business, Technology & Design driving innovation and economic development.

    B2BB2C

  • Microsoft

    Global Technical Account Manager
    •microsoft.com

    Ensuring customer services experience and drive customer loyalty by managing deeper services relationships with Microsoft Global Premier Services (large multinationals companies). By improving Customer Satisfaction on a Global Level and by delivering pro-active service offerings for deployments, working towards a stable environment, achieve a higher condition of satisfaction and coordinate and streamline the services relationship on a global scale.

  • Microsoft

    Technical Account Manager
    •microsoft.com

    Ensure customer services experience and drive customer loyalty by managing deeper services relationships with Microsoft Premier Services. By improving Customer Satisfaction by delivering pro-active service offerings for deployments, working towards a stable environment, achieve a higher condition of satisfaction and coordinate and streamline the services relationship.

  • Microsoft

    Technical Support Specialist
    •microsoft.com

    Solve technical product related problems in the quickest way possible. By having deep knowledge of Microsoft product(s) / with an expertise in Windows NT4.0 core.

  • KPN

    Technical Field Engineer

    Various positions and responsibilities: Implementing and Servicing large complex International voice/data WAN’s based upon Timeplex technology; Implementing and Servicing Microsoft Windows NT4.0 based IT-infrastructures for middle large environments (+200 seats); Implementing and Servicing WAN’s/Lan's based upon Cisco and/or 3COM based IT-infrastructures for middle large environments (+200 seats);

  • KPN

    Field Engineer

    Implementing and Servicing PABX's.

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