Bart Koops

Background

About Bart Koops

Experienced independent professional and entrepreneur, combining structured and data driven approach to problem solving developed at top tier consultant OC & C, with ability to 'execute and implement' developed in in-house consulting and line management roles at Philips. Executed over 30 strategic engagements in the fields of strategy, marketing, digital and operations, with special focus on innovation driven scale-up and growth strategies. Wide theoretical foundation in both business (University of Oxford MBA) and technology (MSc Mechanical Engineering from TU/e) and ability to learn and get acquainted with new industries very fast developed in consulting. Drove exponential growth (>100% CAGR in 11 Market Clusters) for Scale-up within Philips by chasing delivery of enablers for growth, taking ownership in commercial presentations and negotiations, and sourcing and developing partnerships enabled by a digitally connected portfolio. Hands-on in marketing, financial modelling, supply chain etc in resource constraint environments. Ability to develop relations and communicate at both executive as well as operational level and experienced in arranging support and buy-in for (strategic) problems across BMCs and functions. Ability to manage vast array of projects and team members while maintaining focus and very comfortable working with different cultures developed in international MBA and Business Development role. Pleasant to work with by straight, relaxed and result driven attitude.