Product Owner

Maxxton, Middelburg, NL / Pune, India

As Product Owner at Maxxton, I lead a team of 18 backend and frontend developers, designers, and QA professionals in India. I visit India regularly and maintain daily contact to ensure smooth communication and efficient workflows. I work with clients such as Roompot, Landal, and Farmcamps to provide tailored solutions. My focus is on developing secure, well-tested financial modules that streamline operations and enhance user experience.

Owner

Energie Advies Zeeland, Zeeland, NL

As the owner of Energie Advies Zeeland, I help companies achieve their sustainability goals. I provide customized advice to improve sustainability and elevate companies to a higher sustainable level. I specialize in advising and supporting the development of energy management systems and compliance with the energy savings obligation and information duty. With my expertise, I provide practical and effective solutions for a greener future, both inside and outside Zeeland.

Owner

TS Intermedia, Zeeland, NL

As the owner of TS Intermedia since 1996, I bring extensive IT and development experience in interim roles at the level of Product Owner/Manager, Team/Tech Lead, Manager, and CTO. My expertise spans software development, hardware configuration, and network environments. I excel at leading large international teams and delivering secure, reliable, and efficient solutions. I help companies optimize their IT infrastructure and processes, ensuring robust solutions and security in all aspects of their IT operations.

Product Owner

PAY., Spijkenisse, NL / Enschede, NL

At Pay, I was a Product Manager/Product Owner leading a team of 8 developers. My role involved creating robust and secure payment processing software. With skills in analytical thinking, business analysis, agile methodologies, and project planning, I ensured our solutions met high standards. I collaborated with major banks and organizations like iDeal, IN3, and ING to deliver reliable and secure payment systems.

Project Manager / Operational Lead

XSARUS | Digital Commerce, Middelharnis, NL

As Project Manager/Operational Lead at XSARUS, I led a team of 8 developers to build secure webshops for major fashion brands like Bomont and Nora. Specializing in Magento e-commerce, I promoted collaboration, innovation, and agile methodologies to deliver robust online shopping experiences. I ensured projects met deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations while maintaining clear client communication.

CTO / IT Development Manager

Viterra B.V., Rotterdam, NL / Chennai, India

At Viterra/Glencore, I was acting CTO and IT Development Manager, leading 150 developers in India and 50 in the Netherlands, including Product Owners and testers. With the help of Cognizant, we migrated critical software from PowerBuilder to Java/C# and Angular, delivering robust and efficient solutions. My role included strategic planning, resource allocation, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

CTO / IT Manager / Software Development Manager

e-Health Ventures Group, Roosendaal, NL / Willemstad, Curaçao

As CTO/IT and Software Development Manager at eHealth Ventures Group, I advanced the company by defining the technological roadmap, driving innovation, and overseeing software development teams in the Netherlands and Curaçao. My efforts ensured the delivery of high-quality e-health solutions, enabling consumers to make informed decisions.

CTO / Head Tech & Development

Bax-Music ♬, Goes, NL

As CTO at Bax-Music, a company aiming to become the largest European eCommerce music store, I played a crucial role in growth. Our development team grew from 3 to 35 professionals under my leadership. We migrated from a monolithic system to a microservice-based environment, improving scalability and performance. My strategic vision and focus on innovation were recognized by industry peers like Coolblue. At Bax-Music, I emphasized the importance of agile methodologies, continuous improvement, and collaboration, leading to significant contributions to our success as a leading eCommerce music store in Europe.

SH Python Installer

Updating Python on systems like Raspberry Pi and Ubuntu can often be a complex and problematic task. This process usually involves navigating various dependencies, handling potential conflicts, and ensuring compatibility with existing applications. This can be particularly daunting for users who are not deeply familiar with system administration. In light of this challenge, my script offers a streamlined solution. With just a single command line, you can effortlessly update your Python version to any desired release. This straightforward script eliminates the usual issues and complexities associated with Python updates, making it accessible and hassle-free for everyone, regardless of their technical expertise.

Energy Pricing Project

In early 2021, when energy prices were rising, I discovered the benefits of negative electricity prices with a friend. This led to ePrijzen, a platform that monitors dynamic energy prices. I wrote a Python script that alerts via Telegram when prices are low. What started as a personal project grew into a service for thousands of users. Using Docker and Digital Ocean, I ensured scalability and stability. By the end of 2023, ePrijzen reached 13,000 users.

Home Assistant Configuration on GitHub

This repository contains my personal Home Assistant configuration, aimed at improving and automating my home environment. It provides an overview of YAML files, scripts, and other necessary configurations. This setup is specifically tailored to my needs but can serve as inspiration or a starting point for others. The goal is to provide insight into my system and offer ideas and guidelines for creating your own Home Assistant environment.

Energy transition workgroup Nisse - Chairman

As the Chairman of the Sustainability Work Group, I collaborate with the aldermen of the municipality of Borsele. Our group includes a former CEO of a major energy company, a building constructor, and a chemical scientist. Together, we assist the inhabitants of Nisse in creating sustainable housing solutions.

Stichting dorpsraad Nisse, Gemeente Borsele - Chairman

As the Chairman of the Village Council, I collaborate closely with the councilors of the municipality of Borsele to maintain and enhance the quality of life in Nisse. My role involves strategic planning and community engagement to ensure our town remains a great and pleasant place to live.