Description

I bring over 25 years of international experience leading business growth and innovation across STM publishing, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences. With a unique background in medicine and commercial leadership, I’ve scaled digital portfolios, driven AI-powered data strategies, and led SaaS implementations across global markets.

My passion lies in creating value through innovation — whether through scientific communication, digital transformation, or strategic partnerships centered on the client.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Dutch
Native or bilingual
German
Conversational
French
Conversational

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Amsterdam (up to 50km)

RELX
Global Product Manager
DIGITAL AND IT
June 1999 - May 2009 (9 years and 11 months)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Achieved a 90%+ contract retention rate for major association owned media assets
• Year-on-year consistent increase in profitability in a mature science media market
• Represented major pharmaceutical clients externally and internally
Contract Negotiation Profitability Life Sciences Commercial strategy Acquisition client
Aktana
Senior Sales Director
DIGITAL AND IT
January 2022 - December 2022 (11 months)
San Francisco, CA, USA
Providing healthcare, business, and science media consultancy with scientific expertise to pharma biotech clients.
• Built strong client relationships with major Pharma companies and CROs.
• Led teams focused on the implementation and availability of state-of-the-art SaaS technology.
• Established internal and external alliances ensuring clients were equipped with optimal SaaS solutions (Next-Best-Action)
PPC_Ministry of Justice
Senior Executive
LEGAL
April 2025 - Today (1 year and 2 months)
Team Director, responsible for the management of a team of experts in a penitentiary setting, subject to high professional standards