About Maarten
About Maarten van Neerven
Maarten van Neerven (1978) is a transformative leader who bridges the worlds of intellectual analytical rigor and intuitive leadership, guiding organizations through meaningful change. With a foundation in corporate finance and strategic management and as serial CFO, Maarten combines decades of high-level business experience with a unique ability to tap into the human dynamics that drive lasting success. His approach integrates rational analysis with heart-centered leadership—an essential balance often overlooked by traditional consultancy firms.
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Maarten’s career spans senior leadership roles at renowned organizations, including CFO at Bugaboo and Philips, and CEO at Carnext, where he led complex carve-outs, scaling initiatives, and transformative exits. He has also served on various boards, contributing to high-stakes decisions in founder-led, private equity-backed, and corporate environments. His expertise lies in tackling intricate challenges—be it restructuring, strategic growth, funding, or conflict resolution—with clarity and precision
What sets Maarten apart is his recognition that successful transformations require more than strategies and frameworks. Where large consultancies often stop at data-driven solutions, Maarten goes further—connecting with the underlying currents of human energy, alignment, and connection. His unique methodology combines:.
Strategic Insight Meets Transformational Leadership
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Rational and strategic analysis to diagnose problems, map organizational issues, and design clear, actionable solutions.
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Intuitive insight to uncover deeper barriers, such as misalignment, unspoken tensions, or disconnected leadership dynamics.
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​Maarten’s approach reflects his belief that true transformation begins in stillness—a moment to reflect, connect, and realign with purpose. This philosophy, honed through years of professional and personal growth, is a cornerstone of his work. Trained in Transformational Presence for Leaders and Coaches and accredited by the International Coach Federation (ICF), Maarten has mastered the art of integrating logic with intuition, fostering profound and sustainable change.
An example of his approach: While many consultants would address a struggling organization with standard process optimizations or conceptual models, Maarten identifies and resolves the root cause—whether it’s outdated strategies, fragmented leadership, or a lack of trust among decision-makers. This holistic perspective ensures that solutions don’t just look good on paper but work in practice, creating enduring impact.
In a world where many transformations fail due to a lack of emotional connection, Maarten offers an alternative: a powerful integration of head and heart. He brings the analytical sharpness of a seasoned strategist and the intuitive wisdom of a conscious leader to every project.
Maarten van Neerven is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of driving transformation and delivering measurable impact across founder-led, PE-owned, and corporate businesses. His career spans key leadership roles in dynamic environments, from scaling businesses to navigating complex transitions.
Visionary
leadership
former CFO of Philips, Bugaboo, and CarNext, Maarten has successfully led large-scale transformations, including carve-outs, global restructurings, and M&A processes. He combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution.
Global
perspective
A history of working across Europe and beyond, including advisory roles in diverse industries and fast-paced environments.
Diverse
expertise
deep experience in finance, governance, and leadership, with a sharp ability to simplify complex challenges. Whether it’s raising €500M+ in equity or driving 40% cash flow improvement, he brings clarity and focus to high-stakes decisions.
Decisive problem-
solver
Capable of making bold decisions under pressure, with a strong focus on driving results while maintaining fairness and trust.
Human-centric approach
known for his ability to connect people and foster collaboration, Maarten balances analytical precision with intuition to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact.
His vision is simple yet profound: to unlock the full potential of leaders and organizations, creating success that is as meaningful as it is sustainable.
ABOUT MAARTEN KORTERE VERSIE
​Yet, Maarten recognized that strategy and analysis alone don’t create lasting transformation. Where traditional consultancies stop at frameworks and processes, he goes deeper—addressing unspoken tensions, leadership misalignment, and the emotional undercurrents that determine success or failure. By integrating his analytical expertise with intuitive insight, he helps leaders and organizations break free from stagnation and achieve sustainable growth.
His methodology is rooted in both logic and human connection:
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Strategic clarity & execution – Cutting through complexity, simplifying challenges, and implementing solutions that drive real impact. From securing €500M+ in funding to driving 40% cash flow improvement, he ensures business decisions translate into tangible results.
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Leadership & team alignment – Identifying unseen barriers, fostering trust, and strengthening collaboration at the highest levels. Transformation isn’t just structural—it requires leaders to evolve.
​A balance of head & heart – While many advisors rely solely on rational analysis, Maarten integrates strategic oversight with intuition, unlocking creativity, resilience, and sustainable success.
As a certified Transformational Presence coach (ICF), Maarten helps executives navigate change not just through logic, but through a deeper connection to their purpose. His belief: true transformation begins in stillness—the space where clarity emerges, vision sharpens, and the next steps become clear.
With a global perspective, hands-on experience, and a rare ability to combine rationality with intuition, Maarten enables leaders and organizations to move beyond traditional models and create meaningful, lasting impact.
