Formerly known as Global School for Entrepreneurship.
Damian de Vries
Entrepreneur
Athlete
Geek
Friend
Damian de Vries
Entrepreneur
Athlete
Geek
Friend
About Me
Hey! I’m Damian.
A nerd with social skills. I touch grass every day, and going to the gym is a non-negotiable obsession. I’m the friend everyone calls when something needs to happen fast or a wild idea needs turning into reality.
Disclaimer: I have a talent for purposely picking the hardest route because I like a challenge, so consider yourself warned 😉
- Current Role: Founder/CEO
- Residence: The Netherlands
- Email: its@damiandevries.com
- Nationality: Dutch
- Age: 22
- Personality Type: INTJ
Core Values
Progress > Perfection
I push work out when it is good enough, then improve it fast. Action teaches me more than endless planning.
Own your Sh*t
I take credit when things go right and full blame when they do not. I fix mistakes instead of pointing fingers.
Speak Plain
I use clear words so everyone gets the point the first time. If Grandma wouldn't get it, I rewrite it. Clarity saves everyone time, and a few headaches.
Have Fun, Stay Kind
Good energy makes hard work lighter. A quick laugh and a simple thank-you keep the team sharp and on track.
Fun Facts
Earned Dutch topsport status in athletics at age 11.
Haven’t skipped a workout in more than two years.
Played my first PC game at age 2.
Resume
Experience
2023 - Present
Strategic Partner
That!Company
2023 - 2024
IT Support Specialist
Fiksi
2020 - 2023
IT Support Specialist
Studentaanhuis
2021 - 2022
IT Consultant
PixelForge Consulting
Education
2021 - 2025
BS, Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Unknown University
2020 - 2021
HBO-ICT
Windesheim
2016 - 2020
HAVO/VWO
Linde College
Technasium
2014 - 2016
VWO
OSG Sevenwolden Buitenbaan
Topsport Talent School/Sport Lifestyle Education.
Skills
Overall
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Digital Strategy
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Execution & Problem Solving
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Leadership
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Technical Fluency (IT, low-code, data)
Languages
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Dutch
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English
Entrepreneurial Skills
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Opportunity Spotting93%
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Risk-Reward Balance90%
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Resourcefulness88%
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Resilience & Grit85%
Knowledge
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Business Model Design & Innovation
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Product-Market Fit Testing
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Demand Generation (SEO, Google Ads, LinkedIn)
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Strategic Partnerships 101
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Hiring & Firing
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Design Thinking
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Effectuation
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Growth Hacking
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Alternative Finance
Ventures & Startups
RNGD
RNGD is a digital-marketing agency focused on cyber businesses. The team runs SEO, PPC, and SMM campaigns so these firms show up online, get more leads, and close more deals.
Atlas Inc GmbH
Atlas is a one-stop shop for solar gear. It ships panels, batteries, and mounts across Europe so companies can go solar without the hassle.
Solsan
Solsan moves Canadian Solar panels from China to European buyers. Engineers watch quality on site, and warehouses in Belgium and Hamburg keep stock ready for big orders.
Projects
Dutch Esports Academy
Dutch Esports Academy was founded by a group of enterprising sports, esports and gaming veterans in collaboration with Topsport Amsterdam to provide a top sports program for Dutch esports athletes who go for gold.
Bizarre Events
Bizarre Events is an event crew based in Cyprus and Amsterdam. They design pop-ups and club nights, handle permits and sponsors, and let guests just show up and enjoy.
Global School Connect
This was our student founder club. We set up meet-ups, pitch nights, and mentor calls so classmates could share ideas and build startups together.
Certifications
Digital Leadership – Growth Tribe
Gained skills to rethink business, lead differently, build resilient teams, and foster a culture of data-driven strategy and continuous learning in the digital era.
Mentorship – Unknown University
Mentored early-stage founders at the 2025 Summer School, guiding them through problem-first thinking, stakeholder value mapping, and collaborative execution (voted Best Mentor by participants).