Martine de Ridder

Martine de Ridder is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in business development and entrepreneurship. Currently serving as the Head of Business Development at Walter Living since September 2022, Martine also founded and owns WAY BEYOND COMPARE, where the focus is on enhancing entrepreneurial skills and developing distinct business models for corporates and startups. Previous roles include Lead REV at ABN AMRO Bank N.V., CEO of Fashiolista.com, Strategy Designer at Business Models Inc., Co-Founder of REWEAR and The LAB at Sanoma, and various positions that emphasized innovation and strategic development. Martine holds a Master's degree in Communication, Policy, and Management from Utrecht University, alongside degrees in related fields from the University of Amsterdam and a minor in Public Administration.