At TEDx Amsterdam, Xander had this calm authority that changed the tone of any room. He didn’t raise his voice or rush the process — he just saw what needed to happen, and made it happen. Quietly, precisely, and with complete focus.

We both build pressure cookers for a living. Talking with Xander always feels like stepping out for air — clear minds, sharp insights, and that unspoken nod of mutual respect. It’s the kind of conversation that resets your compass and reminds you why you’re in this game.

The best part about working with Xander? You can hand him the vision and walk away — and somehow, when you return, it’s not only done, it’s better than you imagined. That’s not just competence — that’s calm, creative trust in action.

What I admire most about Xander? He never lost that spark. I hired him 25 years ago — young, sharp, curious. And somehow, all these years later, he’s still got that energy. Still exploring, still building, still lighting people up with what’s possible. Not just impressive — inspiring.

Xander works best when you hand him the keys. We did — and what he built at TNW Conference wasn’t just smooth, it was spectacular. No drama. Just direction, momentum, and wow. He made it look easy, which is usually the sign that it absolutely wasn’t.

You don’t partner with someone for nearly a decade unless they’ve got something rare. With Xander, it was the combo: strategic mind, creative eye, and a deep sense of ownership. He treated every project like his reputation was on the line — because, in a way, it was.

What I’ve always loved about Xander? Zero pretense. He’ll share the highs, the mess, the doubts — and still manage to make you feel like anything is possible. That kind of openness builds trust fast — the real kind, the lasting kind.

At TEDx Amsterdam, Xander had this calm authority that changed the tone of any room. He didn’t raise his voice or rush the process — he just saw what needed to happen, and made it happen. Quietly, precisely, and with complete focus.

We both build pressure cookers for a living. Talking with Xander always feels like stepping out for air — clear minds, sharp insights, and that unspoken nod of mutual respect. It’s the kind of conversation that resets your compass and reminds you why you’re in this game.

The best part about working with Xander? You can hand him the vision and walk away — and somehow, when you return, it’s not only done, it’s better than you imagined. That’s not just competence — that’s calm, creative trust in action.

What I admire most about Xander? He never lost that spark. I hired him 25 years ago — young, sharp, curious. And somehow, all these years later, he’s still got that energy. Still exploring, still building, still lighting people up with what’s possible. Not just impressive — inspiring.

Xander works best when you hand him the keys. We did — and what he built at TNW Conference wasn’t just smooth, it was spectacular. No drama. Just direction, momentum, and wow. He made it look easy, which is usually the sign that it absolutely wasn’t.

You don’t partner with someone for nearly a decade unless they’ve got something rare. With Xander, it was the combo: strategic mind, creative eye, and a deep sense of ownership. He treated every project like his reputation was on the line — because, in a way, it was.

What I’ve always loved about Xander? Zero pretense. He’ll share the highs, the mess, the doubts — and still manage to make you feel like anything is possible. That kind of openness builds trust fast — the real kind, the lasting kind.

At TEDx Amsterdam, Xander had this calm authority that changed the tone of any room. He didn’t raise his voice or rush the process — he just saw what needed to happen, and made it happen. Quietly, precisely, and with complete focus.

We both build pressure cookers for a living. Talking with Xander always feels like stepping out for air — clear minds, sharp insights, and that unspoken nod of mutual respect. It’s the kind of conversation that resets your compass and reminds you why you’re in this game.

The best part about working with Xander? You can hand him the vision and walk away — and somehow, when you return, it’s not only done, it’s better than you imagined. That’s not just competence — that’s calm, creative trust in action.

What I admire most about Xander? He never lost that spark. I hired him 25 years ago — young, sharp, curious. And somehow, all these years later, he’s still got that energy. Still exploring, still building, still lighting people up with what’s possible. Not just impressive — inspiring.

Xander works best when you hand him the keys. We did — and what he built at TNW Conference wasn’t just smooth, it was spectacular. No drama. Just direction, momentum, and wow. He made it look easy, which is usually the sign that it absolutely wasn’t.

You don’t partner with someone for nearly a decade unless they’ve got something rare. With Xander, it was the combo: strategic mind, creative eye, and a deep sense of ownership. He treated every project like his reputation was on the line — because, in a way, it was.

What I’ve always loved about Xander? Zero pretense. He’ll share the highs, the mess, the doubts — and still manage to make you feel like anything is possible. That kind of openness builds trust fast — the real kind, the lasting kind.