Jeroen
van Es

Strategic Planner

Cybersecurity Advocate

Cross-Cultural Leader

Dynamic executive with extensive international experience. Proven track record in steering business transformations, managing country organizations, and cultivating high-performance multicultural teams. Known for a charismatic leadership style and adeptness in driving sustainable growth and maximizing sales potential. Jeroen is passionate about cybersecurity and leads as a C-level executive focused on international expansion, currently with Nautilus OT.

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Vision to Reality

“Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” 

Warren Bennis

About Me

My story

Experienced executive with a strong foundation in cybersecurity, guiding organizations through transformative growth. My passion lies in leveraging cross-cultural management and strategic thinking to expand Nautilus OT internationally. 

With 25+ years in diverse industries, I’ve honed the skills needed to foster innovation and drive sustainable growth. My journey continues as I lead efforts in enhancing cybersecurity and expanding our global footprint, ensuring the resilience and security of connected infrastructures. 

  • Residence: The Netherlands
  • Address: N 52°13.918' E 4°26.768'
  • Phone: +31 630 636385
  • E-mail: jeroen@vegim.eu

Impact Through Action

“What you do has far greater impact than what you say.”

Stephen Covey

Achievements

What I Do
Driving Growth and Business Improvement in South America

Led initiatives to integrate newly acquired South American companies, creating efficient business processes that improved productivity and enhanced regional performance.

Team Building and Cross-Country Growth

Built and developed teams across multiple countries to drive growth and profitability, aligning diverse talents with strategic goals to strengthen market presence.

Digital Transformation Across Europe

Led digital transformation initiatives to increase customer adoption and improve operational efficiency, elevating the company’s online presence across Europe.

Business Transformation in Spain and Portugal

Developed and executed a strategic vision that strengthened corporate image and expanded market share. Drove business growth by focusing on high-growth sectors like cloud, IoT, and security.

Driving International Growth through Strategic Partnerships

Established impactful partnerships with leading vendors, including Cisco, HP, Samsung, Apple, and Juniper, to support European expansion and secure collaborative growth.

Driving Global Operational Excellence and Local Execution

Led international teams from the USA in redesigning global sales processes, including implementations in Singapore to boost operational agility. Delivered the project on time and within budget, positioning the company to respond swiftly to evolving market demands.

Adapt to Thrive

“It is not the strongest or the most intelligent who will survive but those who can best manage change.”

Charles Darwin

Experience

Working with
Present
Chief Commercial Officer
Nautilus OT

Leading commercial strategy to drive Nautilus OT’s international growth, focusing on cybersecurity solutions and building strong client partnerships.

2021-2024
Chief Executive Officer
AllUnited

Spearheaded company growth and profitability through strategic decision-making and fostering a high-performance team culture.

2020-2021
EMEA Director Vendor and Alliances
Nomios

Improved profitability and optimized processes by enhancing strategic relationships with network and cybersecurity vendors.

2018-2019
EMEA Marketing & eCommerce
Flex IT Distribution

Led eCommerce transformation, boosting transactions by 400% within six months and rebranded Xeptor to Flex IT Distribution.

2013-2017
Country Manager Spain and Portugal
TD Synnex

Achieved double-digit growth, built a strong management team, and positioned the company as a preferred solutions distributor.

2009-2012
Executive Director Category Management EMEA
Ingram Micro

Increased operating income by 15% through strategic vendor relationships and streamlined category management.

2008-2009
Senior Director, Global Process Owner
Ingram Micro

Managed global projects and redesigned sales processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.

2006-2008
Director Northern Europe Purchasing & Vendor Management
Ingram Micro

Directed €1B in purchasing, improved vendor relations, and restructured operations across Northern Europe.

2004-2006
Director European Business Management

Oversaw HP’s European partnership, enhancing vendor strategies and increasing electronic order rates.

2000-2004
Director eBusiness Europe
Ingram Micro

Drove electronic order rates from 19% to over 60% across Europe, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

1998-2000
Director Business Improvement and Partner Services Latin America
Ingram Micro

Integrated Latin American companies and optimized partner services, improving regional efficiencies.

Strategy in Action

“Strategy without process is a little more than a wish list.”

Robert Filek

Education

Studied in
2017-2018
Global Executive MBA
IE Business School, Madrid

Refined leadership in global strategy and cross-cultural management.

2010-2011
BA in International Marketing Management, Netherlands

Solid foundation in marketing, with a global perspective and strong analytical skills.

2009-2010
Managing Across Borders & Intercultural Management, ITIM

Developed expertise in navigating complex cultural dynamics.

2008-2009
Executive Presentation Skills, PPI Network

Enhanced communication skills tailored for impactful executive presentations.

Skills

  • Executive Leadership

    Skilled in guiding teams and organizations through transformative phases, achieving sustainable growth and enhanced corporate resilience.

  • Cross-Cultural Management

    Expert at navigating diverse environments, fostering inclusive, high-performance teams across international markets.

  • Strategic Planning

    Proficient in developing actionable strategies that drive growth, efficiency, and market expansion in the cybersecurity field.

  • Soft Skills

    Strong communicator with emotional intelligence, enabling effective team collaboration and stakeholder engagement across levels.

The Financial Fundamentals

“Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, and cash is king.”

Verne Harnish

Recommendations

What co-workers say
Miriam Murphy
Miriam Murphy

“From day one, Jeroen’s adaptability and goal orientation were clear. His ability to tackle challenging roles with speed and insight makes him a valuable asset to any team.”

Graeme Watt
Graeme Watt

“Jeroen has consistently delivered double-digit growth. His direct yet diplomatic approach and quality decision-making make him a standout leader in multicultural environments.”

Yolanda de Vargas Hilla
Yolanda de Vargas Hilla

“Jeroen’s commitment and adaptability shine through in high-pressure situations. His leadership fosters collaboration and resilience across diverse teams and environments.”

David Cohen Sztutwajner
David Cohen Sztutwajner

“Jeroen is a highly driven, efficient, yet approachable professional. His leadership style is natural and effortless, making his experience and business insight invaluable.”

Blog

Flexibility in Planning

Steve Blank

“No business plan survives first contact with customers.”

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    Jeroen van Es
    Securing Tomorrow’s Business, Today
    • Residence: The Netherlands
    • Address: N 52°13.918' E 4°26.768'
    • Phone: +31 630 636385
    • E-mail: jeroen@vegim.eu