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Entrepreneurial executive with extensive international experience in business transformation and change management. Strong background in project, program, and portfolio management, as well as legal, compliance, HR, marketing, and business development across European and US markets. Prince 2 and PMP accredited, with a proven track record of building brands and leading innovative programs for future-focused technology products and services. Excellent communicator, fluent in Swedish and English, with conversational proficiency in Dutch, Norwegian, and Danish.

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Amsterdam (tot 50km)

Mdina BV
Managing Director/Business Consultant
januari 2011 - Vandaag (15 jaren en 5 maanden)
Haarlem, Netherlands
Served as a subject matter expert, providing freelance consultancy in project and program management (PMP, Prince2, and Agile/Scrum). Developed and executed long-term sales and marketing strategies across targeted territories to drive business growth in international markets.
• Directed multiple projects and assignments in the tech, gaming, consumer electronics and utilities industries.
• Initiated and scaled organisations and teams in Europe across critical divisions and departments.
Key Clientele:
• Alliander/Liander, Barnes & Noble, BIWIN Technologies and AXXS.
Utomik BV - Eindhoven
Chief Operating Officer (interim)
september 2024 - februari 2025 (5 maanden)
Led a comprehensive cost-optimisation programme, significantly reducing operational expenses through strategic supplier management, contract renegotiations, and an audit-driven optimisation of the tech infrastructure.

Additionally, restructured the organisation to improve efficiency and financial sustainability. Developed a creditor engagement strategy to address outstanding financial obligations. As part of a strategic review, conducted in-depth financial and operational analyses, identifying underlying structural challenges. Led business model and value proposition workshops, providing key insights into the company's long-term viability and informing critical decision-making.

Major Contributions:
• Uncovered the company's true financial state, leading to an informed restructuring strategy.
• Reduced operational costs by over 40%, optimising supplier contracts and streamlining infrastructure.
• Developed a creditor proposal to mitigate outstanding debts and stabilise the financial outlook.
• Led a full operational maturity assessment, identifying gaps and inefficiencies.
• Validated the business model's weaknesses, informing strategic decisions on the company's future.
ACT Commodities Group B.V.
Head of PMO & Change
juli 2023 - juli 2024 (1 jaar)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Led the Project Management Office (PMO) and Change team, overseeing a team of 11 FTEs, including IT Project Managers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and PMO Analysts. Developed and implemented Project Portfolio and Change strategies, establishing governance frameworks, methodologies, standards, and policies. Collaborated closely with senior leadership to drive organisational alignment, ensure seamless adoption of new processes, and execute key transformation initiatives.

Major Contributions:
• Expanded the PMO from 3 FTE to 9 FTE in 4 months, managing a portfolio of over 40 projects across eight programs.
• Designed and implemented a comprehensive PMO & Change Management Governance Framework, including a Project Intake Portal, Prioritisation Process and Executive Steering Committee.
• Led the development and launch of major Business Transformation Programs encompassing people, processes and technologies.
• Deployed the PPM tool Fluid to monitor project and portfolio metrics, including scope, resources, timelines, quality, and adoption rates.
• Implemented resource management processes across the IT Department, optimising resource allocation and utilisation.
• Established HR initiatives, including Development Plans, Mentorship Program, Peer Reviews, and training and workshops on Project, Change, and Stakeholder Management.
• Fostered cross-functional collaboration and communication, engaging senior leadership and stakeholders to align project priorities with strategic objectives.
• Implemented continuous improvement processes to refine PMO governance and delivery methodologies, enhancing project efficiency and adaptability.
• Achieved 15% improvement in project delivery timelines and 10% cost savings through optimised resource management and process enhancements.