Wouter Montanus

Experience

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  Royal Student Body of Volunteers

  Nov 2008 - Nov 2010

  Commander

  As the Commander of the Board, I was responsible for maintaining relations between our members and the Army. This varied from arranging field training exercises to training the Guard of Honor on 'Day of the Princes'.

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  Suitsupply

  Mar 2013 - Jul 2015

  Sales Assistant

  During my time as a Sales Assistant, I levaged my customer-focused approach to contribute to the store's success. Balancing customer service and sales tasks, I provided tailored recommendations, enhanced customer relationships, and supported store operations. This position offered valuable experience in navigating a fast-paced, customer-centric environment while juggling my college responsibilities.

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  UNISCA

  Nov 2013 - Oct 2014

  Academic Officer

  As the Academic Officer on the Board at the United Nations International Student Conference Amsterdam (UNISCA), I ensured the academic standards set by the University of Amsterdam. My goal was to empower high-achieving students to hone their diplomatic skills in an academic setting. Students would then apply this knowledge while representing U.N. member states in the annual UN simulation conference held every July.

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  Ministerie van Defensie

  May 2017 - Apr 2022

  • In the capacity of Platoon Commander, I directed and managed an infantry platoon of 35 personnel, further developing my skills in people management and strategic leadership in high-pressure situations.• Co-responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a collective training program to prepare my platoon for deployment in the mission area.• Successfully conducted operations and logistics under high-stress conditions during a six-month multinational mission (Enhanced Forward Presence) in Lithuania from January 2019 to July 2019. Show less

  • Project Manager Concept Development & Experimentation

    Apr 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Infantry Officer

    May 2017 - Apr 2020
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  KPMG

  Apr 2022 - now

  Manager Digital Strategy

  • Generated new business opportunities through consultative selling, identifying client needs and aligning them with KPMG’s offerings, driving revenue growth and fostering long-term client relationships• Led multiple complex projects focused on digital and data transformation in the public sector and defense, acting as the primary liaison towards (C-level) clients to ensure strategic alignment and effective delivery• Oversaw the development and execution of technology strategy projects, aligning IT transformation initiatives with business goals and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver outcomes that support long-term organisational success Show less