Walter Van LIESDONK
Project, Sales, Business Management (Senior, Executive position)
Prague,Praha 9
Summary
Experienced manager passionate about team building, leadership, and motivating others. Skilled in fostering excellent customer relations and building strong relationships. Utilizes independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to drive positive outcomes for the company. Committed to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and elevate performance levels. Fluent in Dutch and English, with basic knowledge of German and Russian.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Department Manager - Business Development manager
HitPixel LLC
01.2024 - 01.2025
- This role focuses on overseeing the creation, organization, and strategy for content across various platforms
- Managing multiple teams internationally of up to 50 people
- Content Strategy Development
- Define content goals and strategies to align with company objectives
- Develop editorial calendars and long-term content roadmaps
- Market Research & Analysis
- Identify potential markets, industries, and customer segments
- Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments
- Team Leadership
- Manage and mentor a team of content creators, editors, and strategists
- Assign tasks, set KPI's, deadlines, and ensure team accountability
- Content Creation & Quality Control
- Oversee the development of written, visual, and multimedia content
- Ensure all content aligns with brand voice, style, and messaging guidelines
- Approve and edit content for accuracy, tone, and relevance
- Data Analysis & Optimization
- Monitor content performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media insights)
- Implement changes based on KPIs like engagement rates, conversion rates, and audience feedback
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Work closely with marketing, sales, and design teams to align content initiatives with campaigns and business goals
- Collaborate with external partners, agencies, or freelancers when needed
- Content Distribution
- Oversee the publishing and distribution of content across channels
- Ensure consistency across all platforms
Product Owner - Business Developer
InterMaxGroup AG
Feusisberg, Switzerland
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Initiated and successfully implemented a comprehensive advertising program from concept to execution
- Conducted detailed market analysis and formulated strategic plans
- Restructured and optimized the business model and connected workflows of products within the Intermaxx Group
- Designed and developed a comprehensive business plan for an advertising platform
- Conducted extensive international market research to identify growth opportunities
- Established and led sales and customer service teams, scaling operations to a workforce of up to 15 members
- Directed cross-functional teams, including design, content creation, accounting, and moderation, comprising up to 0 members
- Managed strategic partnerships to drive business growth and collaboration
- Delivered the end-to-end development of an advertising platform, including its design, implementation, and associated affiliate program
Business Development Manager
Work-There
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Established a reintegration service from start to finish (launch of a new service)
- Developed a 2-year business plan with ROI predictions
- Market analysis and strategy
- ISO certification
- Established sales goals and KPIs
- Established and trained a team of consultants
- Created and maintained a partner network, both online and offline branding
- Efficiently managed communication tools and workstations
Product Owner - Business Developer
OnlineJanet Ltd.
09.2014 - 05.2021
- Developed a SAAS back-office from scratch
- Company registration
- Market analysis and strategy
- Developed custom CRM systems
- Managed payment providers and bank tenders + integration
- Integrated payroll and accounting
- Built a team of programmers, sales, and marketing staff
- Set up Salesforce and Asana for workflow management: sales, service, and IT management
Project Manager, Teamleader
Streaming technologies Europe
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Established the largest creator studio in Prague from start to finish - Company registration
- Designed a scalable concept
- Market analysis and strategy
- Set up location, interior, and workstations
- Hired and trained staff (up to 25 people)
- Achieved profits within 6 months
- Forecasted initial investment payback within 1.5-2 years
Product Owner - Business Developer
Tiptop Studios
04.2014 - 01.2020
- Established an award-winning scalable creator studio chain from start to finish - Company registration
- Market analysis and strategy
- Achieved monthly revenue of 20-50,000 euros per location
- Successfully launched a scalable franchise product (13 locations)
- Managed locations and teams (up to 100 people)
- Built a strong network at trade shows and meetings
- Won two international awards
Sales Marketing Manager
DataBoss International Corp
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Company registration
- Www.cardgate.com
- Www.curopayments.com
- Set up an online payment gateway
- Implemented marketing strategies
- Acquiring and maintaining the relationships or partners and merchants
- Managed partner and customer relationships
- Participated in fintech and industry meetings
- Establishing and registering CardGate and Curo Payments, industry-leading companies specializing in online payment solutions
- Setting up a robust online payment gateway, enabling secure and efficient transaction processing for merchants and partners
- Managing multinational teams and projects, ensuring seamless collaboration and operational excellence
- Developing advanced billing systems integrating payment solutions (offer), invoicing, and reporting to optimize efficiency and scalability (CMS)
- Building and nurturing long-term relationships with financial partners, card issuers, and merchants to drive mutual growth
- Actively participating in Fintech and industry events, staying ahead of trends and forging strategic partnerships globally
Vodafone Location Manager (2)
Vodafone
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Responsible for 2 store locations
- Achieved sales goals for various products
- Ensured the quality of B2B and B2C acquisition in the store - Team management
- Inventory management
- Cashflow management
Skills
- Strategy Implementation
- Key Performance Indicators
- Team supervision
- Performance management
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Cost planning
- Employee management
- Team leadership
- Safety and security
- Problem-solving abilities
- Rules and regulations
- Excellent communication
- Risk management
Timeline
Content Department Manager - Business Development manager
HitPixel LLC
01.2024 - 01.2025
Business Development Manager
Work-There
11.2022 - 07.2023
Product Owner - Business Developer
InterMaxGroup AG
01.2021 - 03.2024
Project Manager, Teamleader
Streaming technologies Europe
09.2019 - 01.2021
Product Owner - Business Developer
OnlineJanet Ltd.
09.2014 - 05.2021
Product Owner - Business Developer
Tiptop Studios
04.2014 - 01.2020
Sales Marketing Manager
DataBoss International Corp
01.2008 - 01.2014
Vodafone Location Manager (2)
Vodafone
01.2004 - 01.2008
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