Stephen P.
Co-founder & GTM Lead
Experience
Jan 2025 - Present
1 yearAmsterdam, Netherlands
Co-founder & GTM Lead
Strategy Quest
- Developed AI-powered simulation platform for corporate strategy, innovation, and investment governance
- Co-created next-generation simulation platform for high-stakes strategic decision practice under uncertainty
- Designed multi-round simulations integrating innovation portfolio management, long-term investment mandates, strategic agility
- Built and orchestrated systems using AI tools: Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, n8n, Eleven Labs, Heygen, Midjourney
- Delivered simulations to executive audiences in corporates and consulting firms across Europe, the US and the Middle East
Jan 2023 - Dec 2025
3 yearsAmsterdam, Netherlands
CEO Benelux & Country Manager
Enerfip
- Led expansion into the Benelux market and set up new legal entity
- Built multilingual investor relations team and introduced OKRs and RevOps
- Supported M&A strategy and introduced systems adopted by wider group
- Emphasised sustainable finance, digital transparency, and cross-border coordination
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 yearsGlobal Head of Innovation
SGS
- Designed global innovation governance model and stage-gate funding for 40+ ventures
- Created an innovation thesis per business unit aligned with strategic and ESG goals
- Embedded agile innovation KPIs and coached business unit teams across 50 countries
- Chaired global innovation leads forum and established learning systems
- Led ecosystem engagement including public-sector initiatives, accelerators, academia
- Acted as institutional ambassador at public events and in thought leadership
Jan 2018 - Dec 2021
4 yearsAmsterdam, Netherlands
Modular Banking Program Lead & Senior Innovation Manager
ABN AMRO Bank
- Led bank-wide modular innovation programme across four business units
- Launched and scaled new platforms including Tikkie monetisation and Payday (B2C)
- Delivered digital ventures with strong regulatory and market fit
- Oversaw validation, stakeholder engagement, go-to-market and OKRs
- Advised board on venture funding decisions and portfolio balance
- Trained 100+ staff on design thinking, lean startup, and innovation strategy
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Co-founder & CEO
Applyr AI
Zürich, Switzerland
Senior Oil Trader
Axpo Trading
London, United Kingdom
Oil Trader
BP
Geneva, Switzerland
Founder & CEO
MyDeliChef
London, United Kingdom
M&A Intern
Rothschild
Geneva, Switzerland
Head of Derivatives Trading
Sahara Energy
Wolfsburg, Germany
Sales & Marketing Intern
Volkswagen
Summary
Strategic innovation leader with 15+ years experience in the financial sector, including 10+ years in innovation and digital leadership. Former Global Head of Innovation at a €7bn multinational. Led governance, capability-building and funding for 50+ projects globally.
Strong track record in both regulated institutions and venture & startup environments.
Fluent in design thinking, lean startup, open innovation, Agile, Scrum, OKRs. Experienced with fintech ecosystems (tokenisation, modular architecture, platform models) and digital delivery at scale. Adept at aligning stakeholders, from C-level executives to regulators, to drive innovation with real-world impact.
Skills
- Strategic Innovation & Digitalisation
- Ecosystem & Open Innovation Strategy
- Innovation Governance & KPI Systems
- Public Speaking & Stakeholder Management
- Leadership of Cross-functional Teams
- Trend Analysis & Technology Scouting
- FinTech & Digital Finance (Tokenization, platforms, modular banking)
- Multilingual Communication
- Agile Methods: OKRs, Scrum, Design Thinking
- Institutional Strategy & Transformation
Languages
English
NativeFrench
NativeGerman
AdvancedSpanish
AdvancedDutch
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2001 - Jun 2004
University of Warwick
BSc Hons, Economics, Politics & International Studies · Economics, Politics & International Studies · United Kingdom · 1st class
Oct 1997 - Jun 2000
Lycée Galilée
ES Baccalaureate (Economics and Social Sciences) · Economics and Social Sciences · France
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