Who we are
At RevelX, our foremost priority is empowering our customers through strategic innovation. RevelX goes beyond traditional consulting, serving as a strategic partner to realize growth through innovation. Emphasizing the importance of execution, we work with our clients to make innovation a core process in their organizations. We partner with organizations with serious growth ambitions. With no prejudice to industry or size.
How it all started
2014, RevelX was born from the minds of four passionate individuals. The spark that ignited this venture was a pivotal phone call between two of the founding partners. This conversation uncovered a widespread sense of dissatisfaction and unfulfilled growth needs among their clients.
In the wake of the triple-dip recession that began in 2008, the prevailing business climate focused heavily on cost-cutting and restructuring. Inadvertently, this approach led to the loss of significant business value and potential. This tumultuous period highlighted the need for a paradigm shift, encapsulated by the maxim, 'Never waste a good crisis.' It presented the ultimate challenge – an opportunity to uncover growth amidst crises and innovate as a means of navigating through turbulent times.
From this background, the company RevelX ultimately emerged, with a focus on realizing growth.
The evolution
In the past decade, RevelX has evolved alongside the innovation landscape, transitioning from spectacle to essential business pillar. Innovation is now a necessity, integrated into growth strategies alongside other key functions. The professionalization of innovation includes meticulous processes and automated tools, yet there's still much progress to be made. Despite its significance, outcomes often fall short. In today's dynamic environment, innovation's importance demands continual reassessment for sustained success.
Back to the future
In the coming decade, a 'Future-Back' strategy becomes vital for all organizations, urging a leap into the future before planning backward. Collaboration with the external world is essential in today's rapidly changing landscape. Business ecosystems flourish with automated tools and AI, reshaping how humans and AI collaborate. Organizations must strategically partner with tech giants, leveraging AI's potential in innovation stages. RevelX serves as your guide, shaping strategy and execution for innovation success in this evolving landscape.
Our vision
Navigating change: pioneering growth and innovation excellence.
We envision organizations thriving through strategic growth and innovation, adapting to constant change. Our approach emphasizes individual innovation and comprehensive strategies, guiding clients to success. Empowering people to embrace change, we ensure sustained growth, positioning clients as industry leaders.
We transform aspirations into achievements
Our ethos centers on catalyzing growth and innovation within your organization. Our approach is a continuous journey, blending strategy with execution, demanding endurance and perseverance. We accompany you through challenges, ensuring commitment to innovation. Together, we forge a future where success is synonymous with sustained growth and innovation.
Partnership with Qmarkets
At RevelX we are proud to maintain a close partnership with Qmarkets, a premier provider of end-to-end innovation management software. This partnership blends RevelX’s strategic consulting expertise with Qmarkets’ cutting-edge innovation software. By integrating our propositions, we ensure that our clients enjoy a comprehensive and seamless innovation solution, designed to accelerate their growth and enhance their competitive edge in the marketplace. Together, RevelX and Qmarkets are setting new standards in innovation management, offering a synergistic blend of strategy and technology.
Our team
Our team is a diverse assembly of seasoned entrepreneurs, managers, and consultants. With a collective experience that spans over two decades, many of us have spearheaded and facilitated growth initiatives.
Our intellectual foundations are broad and varied, encompassing fields from business and social sciences to applied physics and engineering. This blend of backgrounds creates a dynamic synergy of experienced strategists, innovative thinkers, and industry leaders, all contributing to a rich mosaic of knowledge and expertise.
Carla Siebinga
As an energetic and hands-on innovation professional, Carla thrives on turning challenges into creative, actionable solutions. Based on her expertise in current innovation methodologies, she crafts compelling new value propositions and innovation strategies. Her working experience in product & business development spans over two decades and at different sides of the table. From working at Philips to co-founding a successful startup and her work as an innovation consultant. This has given her the acumen to get things done in various settings. She fosters building relationships, can be a counterpart at C-level but has the ability to connect at all different levels within an organisation. Clients commend her ability to energize teams, solve complex problems, and deliver tangible results.
Marc Douma
With over 30 years of experience in strategic innovation and transformation, Marc is a trusted partner for executive teams faced with disruptive trends and tough strategic challenges. He holds a PhD on strategic alliances and has developed the highly appreciated RevelX Innovation Readiness Benchmark. His ability to structure the most complex problems and challenge dominant beliefs has helped many businesses to develop their growth strategy and translate that into actionable plans. He likes to work in close partnership, has a direct, hands-on and can-do attitude, delivered with a touch of humor and a strong commitment to delivering results. To see how Marc can help your organisation thrive, get in touch today.
René Jongen
With a knack for tackling the most urgent and complex challenges head-on, René excels in executing tasks that require an exceptional mix of experience, intellect, and dedication—qualities often scarce within clients' teams. With over 30 years in the field, Rene’s expertise in B2B corporate strategy, alongside marketing and sales strategy, tactics, and operations, particularly within knowledge-intensive sectors, has consistently driven substantial improvements in sales and profitability, often exceeding 25%. Holding a Master's in Applied Physics & Engineering and further education in strategic and financial management, Rene’s analytical prowess is complemented by professional training in B2B marketing and change management. Rene’s approach combines rigorous analytical skills with adept communication and people skills, honed over two decades in sales and consulting. Known for his informal yet straightforward communication style, Rene builds strong, enduring relationships, injecting humour and positivity into his interactions. Esteemed as a structured and pragmatic problem solver, his clients regard him as their 'go to' person for navigating complex challenges with agility and precision. To see how René can help your organisation thrive, get in touch today.
Matthijs Rosman
Driven by curiosity, creativity, and analytical prowess, Matthijs stands as an innovator and a dependable business strategist with over 20 years of experience in management consulting. Specializing in strategy consulting, innovation, and growth strategy with a keen focus on AI advisory, Matthijs has empowered industry-leading organizations globally to chart new territories of growth. He has built innovation teams, directed innovative growth strategies, and headed growth teams in delivering tangible business outcomes. He holds an MBA and is a certified innovation facilitator. He has a leading role in the development of our proprietary strategy and innovation blueprints. He co-authored the book DARE in which he shares the secrets of successful innovators in the digital age. His style and approach are appreciative and client-centric. He has cemented his role as a trusted advisor by simplifying complex challenges and fostering positive organizational change. To see how Matthijs can help your organisation thrive, get in touch today.
Rob Nouwens
Rob Nouwens is a customer focussed commercial leader, renowned for his 15-year track record in advancing commercial leadership across technology, cloud and management consultancy sectors. His expertise in elevating companies through strategic sales and market expansion is matched by his hands-on, proactive approach. With a Master’s in Business Economics and experience with heavyweights such as NEP The Netherlands, KPN and NCR Corporation, Rob is adept at driving growth and innovation. His analytical skills and financial savvy make him a linchpin in RevelX's mission to lead businesses towards transformative success. Rob's 'work hard, play hard' ethos brings a contagious vigor to the team, underscoring his role as a pivotal figure in the consultancy landscape. To see how Rob can help your organisation thrive, get in touch today.
Maurice Fierloos
With 13 years of experience in business and strategy consulting, Maurice is specialized in driving growth and innovation across diverse industries, including automotive, retail, manufacturing, and more. His expertise lies in developing and implementing innovation strategies & operating models, running innovation projects, and leading new business developments. Notable achievements include launching a new hybrid heat pump in the Dutch market, leading to market leadership and accelerating the energy transition, and implementing innovation operating models for major companies, enabling continuous innovation and faster response to market demands. Holding a Master's in Innovation & Operation Management at Eindhoven University of Technology, and certifications in Innovation Management and Emerging Technology. He likes to approach challenges with a systematic, multi-angled, and positive mindset. He is organized, practice-oriented, and collaborative, he excels in leading teams to integrate ideas and achieve strategic goals.
Jason Smit
Jason is passionate about developing and implementing strategies that drive growth and innovation. At De Volksbank, he has been actively involved in market research, new product development, and identifying strategic partnerships. With a Master’s degree in Business Administration, specializing in Strategy from the University of Amsterdam, Jason brings a fresh perspective and a strong analytical approach to every challenge. Eager to learn and collaborate, he is committed to helping organizations navigate complex environments and seize new opportunities.
Johnny Waterschoot
Johnny Waterschoot is a dynamic and results-driven innovation and business development expert with over 30 years of experience working across corporate and startup ecosystems. He brings a wealth of knowledge from industry powerhouses like Intel Capital, Intel Corporation, imec and Xircom, where he led innovation projects and drove strategic business growth. Johnny is particularly skilled in corporate innovation, project management, and business development. He has managed accelerator projects for the European Commission and led marketing strategies for global tech companies. As a mentor at Start it @KBC and through his previous roles at EY and imec, he provides critical guidance to startups and scale-ups.
Kirby Van den Brande
Kirby Van den Brande is a strategic leader in innovation and entrepreneurship with over 17 years of experience bridging the corporate, public, and academic sectors. She excels in driving growth and fostering collaboration between stakeholders, with a focus on aligning business objectives with innovative solutions. Kirby has played a key role in leading innovation and transformation initiatives, including her work as program manager for the Association of Antwerp Universities, where she developed a strategic platform to connect academia and industry. Her expertise extends to digital transformation, having guided multiple organisations through major transitions such as transitioning from R&D to commercial operations. Kirby’s approach combines a clear vision with hands-on leadership, ensuring both immediate impact and sustainable results.
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