Gerwin van der Grijn MSc RA

Gerwin van der Grijn MSc RA has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Gerwin worked at ECG Ventures and Pera as a Business Controller and Head of Finance/HR respectively, starting in 2023. Prior to that, they operated their own consulting firm called Van der Grijn Financial Consulting from September 2020 to January 2023, where they gained valuable experience working in Africa and developed skills in flexibility and adaptability.

In 2021 to 2022, Gerwin served as the Support Services Director for OM Ships International, where they were a part of the leadership team onboard a ship with over 300 volunteers from more than 60 different countries. During their tenure, Gerwin focused on diversifying and rejuvenating the leadership positions within the division.

From 2016 to 2020, Gerwin worked as the Area Chief Financial Officer for Operation Mobilization, Africa, a role that involved managing financial operations across the region. Gerwin was responsible for implementing financial strategies and overseeing a team.

Prior to that, Gerwin had a significant career in accounting firms. From 2013 to 2016, they worked at Drechtsteden Accountants en Adviseurs BV as a Cliënt advisor/audit manager, handling tasks such as preparing financial statements and providing tax advice. Before that, from 2011 to 2013, they were a Relatiebeheerder/Controleleider at Van Noord Accountants & Belastingadviseurs Drechtsteden BV, where they had similar responsibilities.

Earlier in their career, Gerwin held roles such as Controleleider/Relatiebeheerder at Van Noord Accountants BV from 2007 to 2010, and Risico- en procescontroller at Rabobank Alblasserwaard Noord & Oost from 2006 to 2007. Gerwin began their career as a (Jr.) Assistent-Accountant RA at BDO Nederland from 2002 to 2006, where they gained experience in auditing financial statements.

Overall, Gerwin has a wealth of experience in finance, accounting, and leadership positions, with a particular focus on financial operations, consulting, and audit management.

Gerwin van der Grijn MSc RA has a comprehensive education history in the field of accounting. In 2002, they enrolled at Nyenrode Business University and completed their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Accountancy in 2008. Gerwin then pursued further education at Nyenrode Business University and obtained a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Accountancy from the institution between 2008 and 2011.

To enhance their professional qualifications, Gerwin van der Grijn pursued additional education at Nyenrode Business University and completed the Praktijkopleiding Registeraccountant (SRA/NBA) program from 2010 to 2014, earning the Registered Accountant (RA) designation. This program provided him with specialized training and expertise in the accounting field.

Throughout their career, Gerwin van der Grijn has also engaged in continuing education opportunities to stay updated on industry trends and expand their knowledge. In 2011 to 2012, they attended Nyenrode Business University once again to complete the Postmaster RA program, further enriching their understanding of accountancy.

More recently, Gerwin van der Grijn has sought to broaden their expertise beyond accounting. In 2020, they attended Yale University to study Financial Markets, which provided him with a deeper understanding of this crucial area. In the same year, they also attended Erasmus University Rotterdam to enhance their knowledge in Advanced Valuation and Strategy with a focus on M&A, Private Equity, and Venture Capital.

Additionally, in 2021, Gerwin van der Grijn enrolled in a program at Università Bocconi, where they studied International Leadership and Organizational Behavior, further expanding their skill set and knowledge beyond the accounting domain.

Overall, Gerwin van der Grijn MSc RA has demonstrated a commitment to continuous education, focusing primarily on accounting and finance, while also pursuing development opportunities in related areas such as leadership and organizational behavior.