As a sustainable urbanist with over 20 years of experience, I am dedicated to making cities and places more livable through strategic planning and collaboration. With a background in urban planning, project and process management, and sustainability, I specialize in bringing parties and people together to achieve the best outcomes. From my roles as project manager sustainable urbanism, technical director sustainability to my experience as a former Dutch politician, I have honed my skills in strategic policy-making and decision-making. I believe in making processes enjoyable and collaborative, fostering a team-oriented approach to urban development. As a workshop facilitator and coach for junior colleagues, I am committed to building bridges and allies to create positive change. My goal is always to make the world a better and more sustainable place, working at the forefront of urbanism to address sustainability and social challenges.

With 15+ years in automotive R&D, I champion sustainable design and innovation. I, as an exceptional listener, excels at gleaning insights from seemingly minor details, identifying hidden opportunities for sustainability and innovation. My vision is in a holistic approach, encompassing responsible sourcing of materials, sustainable design that minimizes consumables, user analysis to optimize product life, and end-of-life considerations with an eye towards circularity. My management expertise ensures these comprehensive considerations are translated into actionable plans, delivered on schedule, and led with an inspiring, yet straightforward, leadership style that empowers team members to leverage their full capabilities, fostering both project success and individual professional growth. These combined skills make  value  for any organization seeking to implement sustainable solutions.