bye Holland! ...Back to Canada

After two amazing years, I'm back full-time in Canada, and I have finished my time working for Priva Horticulture, which was an amazing journey. ; I wish the team at Priva's Horticulture Innovation Lab nothing but continued success and a big, special, warm thanks to Meiny Prins Ton Wallast and Walter Doorduin for the opportunity.
Here's a quick rundown of what the last couple of years involved while living and working in the Netherlands and enjoying the Dutch experience ....

> Formed internal startup team of 20 within first 12 months (mix of existing internal team members and new hires) www.meetphil.com.

>Created a new workspace/office that has become the flagship innovation hub within the company building - product demo’s, shared desks and a casual ambience.

>Successfully managed the team that (after two prior failed attempts), got Plantonomy (the market-leading autonomous growing digital service) off the ground and into the market.

>Created two additional new digital services, both in Beta with active clients around the world.

>Launched initiatives to welcome other startups into our ecosystem.

>Created a Digital Service vision to inspire new and existing staff, while working closely with internal stakeholders to position the company in executing the vision.

>Formed meaningful relationships that continue after leaving Priva.

>Proved that change does not need to be ‘my way or the highway’ - our team quickly bonded via a determination to create an atmosphere unique within Priva.

I miss my team at the DeLier HQ, and especially meetings involving 'The Rocket' - - - shhhhh!