Endorsements
as (Management) Consultant at A/I/M bv
- Samuel Driessen
(OCE Venlo) attended the A/I/M bv Masterclass:
- “I
followed Steven's masterclass 'Information architecture in practice'
and enjoyed it. Steven is an expert in this area and taught me
a lot about information architecture and other related topics.
He has a good overview over the field and readily shares his opinion
on it too." August 28, 2007
- Henk Dijk (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
know Steven as one of the hard to find people that can connect
ICT and business goals on a high conceptual level. Not to leave
it there, but put it to work to increase business strength, increase
performance and increase innovation.” December 8, 2005
- Ed Post (colleague)
worked directly with you:
- “Beginning
2005 I participated in Stevens Masterclass (Enterprise) Information
Architecture. With great drive, based on a large practical experience
in combination with extensive market and theoretical knowledge
Steven was not only teachning, he was also coaching all participants
to explore their potentials and use the course information in
their working environment” December 9, 2005
- Philip Allega
Metagroup (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “Steven
is one of the top thinkers in enterprise architecture in the world.
Steven's work is highly influential with academic institutions,
systems integrators, consultancies and end-user IT organizations.
As a 25+ year practitioner, consultant and analyst in this field
I can highly recommend his skills and experience.” December
6, 2005
- Robert Meersman,
Professor, VU Brussels (colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Steven
presents that rare combination of a conceptual thinker and successful
entrepreneur: true innovation yet without its usual intimidation.”
June 27, 2006
- Richard Robson
PCG (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “I've
not yet had the pleasure of seeing Steven deliver a course, however
I have attended a number of meetings with him and in particular
taken part in intense and detailed discussions on the subjects
of Information Architecture and professionalism and standards
in IT. In my opinion his knowledge is extensive, his ideas are
very good and his communication skills are superb.” January
4, 2006
- David
Grayshan (colleague) worked with you:
- “I
have known Steven 15 years and can confirm his integrity and professionalism.
In the Masterclass he expounds his themes with great clarity and
coherence. He has complete command of his subject and communicates
this expertly and always with the business/organisational objectives
central to the vision he is conveying. He is a guru in the implementation
of information as a corporate resource.” December 7, 2005
- Peter Hinssen
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is an excellent teacher, an excellent lecturer, and someone who
can talk with true passion about his theme: architecture. Peter
Hinssen” December 6, 2005
- Erwin José
Centric/Contakt/Systemation (colleague) worked directly with you:
- “I
know Steven since 2000 when I took his Architecture Masterclass.
Steven is a true professional, he puts, in my opinion, architecture
on the IT map. Indepth knowledge, objective view combined with
a broad field of expertise. Pleasant to work with, knows what
listening is, and a an overall nice fellow.” April 18, 2006
- Theo Veltman
(colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Steven
is a highly skilled person. He is one of the few people I know
in this branche who spends lots of time to develop, to teach and
to use techniques for modelling architecture in order to get the
best product possible in his view for the client. Although it
has been years since Steven and I worked together in a working
committee, I know he kept on developing knowledge, insight and
skill.” December 6, 2005
- Buddy Kluin Ordina
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “The
world is full of hard working architects and lecturers, but in
my world view, Steven van 't Veld is the BEST kind of architect
and lecturer; one that works hard and cares hard. His level of
insight is becoming hard to find among the information architect
community!” December 7, 2005
- Peter
Luiks (colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Knowing
Steven for years now I can clearly state that he is in the global
upper echelons of the High Impact & Earned Value Busines Driven
ICT consulting and time after time he delivers the very best in
results here for the most multi variables and complexity in Business
Alignments. It's been a pleasure Steven to work with you and I
hope we will be in future business for a long time sustained!”
January 7, 2006
- Danny Greefhorst
IBM (colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Steven
is a recognized authority in the area of information architecture.
I know him as founder of GIA.” December 6, 2005
- Eddie Michiels
E&Y, Universiteit Twente (business partner) was with another company
when working with you:
- “I
have known Steven for many years as an outstanding ICT architect,
both in terms of knowledge and practical experience.” January
8, 2006
- Guido de Nobel
Unisys (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “I
have encountered Steven as a very skilled, learned and hard working
professional. His effort for the professionalisation of the Information
Architect profession is, despite the long road still ahead, very
valuable.” December 7, 2005
- Mike Cullen,
Senior Technician, Norwich Union (colleague) worked directly with
you:
- “Steve
and I worked together on a CEPIS working party to further the
development of Freelancing as a method of working across the EU.
Steven tackled to task tremendously Professionally, and was instrumental
in building links between the UK and Dutch bodies in that area.
He developed an excellent Model as a basis for moving forward”
December 11, 2005
- Frank Farnel
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
have met with Steve several times, and I recognize his strong
ethic and profesionnal judgement. He has been priving me with
great coaching advices and I recommend him highly for all coaching
and/or teaching related activities.” December 12, 2005
- Cor
Mouwen (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “I
experience Steven as a most creative person, an entrepreneur with
an good overview of the fields he is working in. At the same time
Steven is capable of staying in contact with the basis of the
organisation. I would like to describe it as leadershiip in his
field: being able to integrate two extremes like having overview
and operating at the basis.” January 30, 2006
- David Landreth
(colleague) worked with you:
- “Steve
is a top tier professional in the Info Architecture world who
never forgets the human side of the equation. He is a consummate
professional and achiever who approaches both life and the buisness
process with integrity, knowledge, humor and a can do attitude.
I would recommend him without hesitation.”” December
14, 2005
- Hub
van de Laar (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “Being
myself an NGI member for several years, I know Steven van 't Veld
as an open, constructive and positive critical person. Steven
also is chairman of the GIA (Genootschap voor Informatie Architecten)
and mainly thanks to him, GIA became an leading and active society
in the Dutch ICT arena. I also admire Steven for his aspiration
to improve professionalism of the Information Architects.”
December 7, 2005
- Ruud
Keller (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “Steven
van 't Veld is on the dutch national level considered to be one
of the profession leaders on the area of information architecture.”
January 26, 2006
- Ron L.J. Van
den Burg LogicaCMG (business partner) was with another company when
working with you:
- “Steven
has an impressive understanding of what goes around in the field
of IT Architecture. He can not only explain the relevant parties
and their products/models, he is also capable of drawing the social/political
landscape. Highly recommended.” December 6, 2005
- Hans
van Loenhoud INQA (colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Steven
is a true IT professional, strongly commited to quality.”
December 12, 2005
- Gerard van Draanen
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I've
had infrequent professional contact with Steven since 2001, interacting
in various seminars, forum groups, and through his GIA work. Steven
has outspoken, intelligent ideas on the business benefits when
applying (Information) Architecture. Alas, we 've not had an opportunitiy
to work together (yet) in a customer engagement.” January
18, 2006
- Fred Khoshsegal,
System Developer, Bank Nederlandse Gemeenten (colleague) worked directly
with you:
- “During
my time at the Defense Office, I found Steven to have a fresh
and broad view in the field of Information Architecture. Sound
advice, a good understanding of how concepts can be communicated
and imbedded are his strong holds. Consultant/Enterprise Information
Architect Ministerie van Defensie (Government Agency; 10,001 or
more employees) Management Consulting Industry” December
6, 2005
- Erik de Ruijter
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is one of THE pioneers of ICT architecture as a dedicated profession
in Netherlands. Working for one of the largest architecture depts
in NL (of a leading bank) I always appreciate his work, e.g. in
a half-day discussion session on architecture and education he
gave for us a few years back.” December 12, 2005
- Albert van Braam
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
have met Steven on numerous occasions like meetings of CT professionals
in The Netherlands. Steven is very active in promoting the profession
of Information Architect and very driven in doing so. A real bridge
builder. I have joined one of his masterclasses, which was of
high standard and inspiring.” December 6, 2005
- Wim Heijn (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a guru of information architecture: he is able to solve problems
by creating forward-thinking designs.” December 14, 2005
- Arjan van Dijk
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a very smart and driven employee. Highly recommended as coach
and as teacher of the Masterclass (Enterprise) Information Architecture.”
December 5, 2005
- Errol van Engelen,
Business Development & Sales Manager, Parity EuroSoft (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “If
you are looking for someone to help you with your complex Information
Architecture, call Steven. I know Steven for nearly 15 years and
would highly recommend him for the specific consulting area he's
specialized in. A true asset for your IA projects!” June
18, 2006
- Ben Heideveld,
Vice President, ABN AMRO Bank (business partner) was with another
company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a maverick in the field of Enterprise Architecture. A man of
clear convictions and strongly held beliefs around especially the
information dimension of architecture. A force of nature in the
movement towards professionalization of architecture, he created
and led an important initiative in The Netherlands to establish
an independent certification entity for IT-Architects (SCIA).”
August 10, 2006
- Erik de Vries
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
has a strong drive for the improvement of IT systems, and what's
more, he has done something about it as one of the principal initiators
of the Dutch Society of Information Architects. He has made a
major contribution to the thinking about development of robust
IT architectures and is ever alert to emerging trends and new
developments in the IT environment.” December 11, 2005
- Sian Van Es,
ICT Architect, Holland Casino (business partner) was with another
company when working with you:
- “I
found Steven to be a highly stimulating and envigorating visionary
- provides great insights into enterprise architecture.”
September 5, 2006
- Renny
Bakke Amundsen (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “I
met Steven through LinkedIn and have collaborated with him through
the net in various matters regarding e.g. IT Professionals Certifications.
I rank him high as an IS Architect and he is a reliable, energetic,
supportive and cooperative net based co-worker. I look forward
to working more with him in the future.” December 6, 2005
- Michel
Verspui (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “Steven
is one of the masters of the architect world. He is always improving
the profession and has build up a great network. A balanced person
focussed on quality and with integrity.” December 5, 2005
- Ruud van der
Made, Owner, Informade bv (business partner) was with another company
when working with you:
- “Steven
is good in architecture of ICT systems.” May 21, 2006
- Jan Karel Kleijn(business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
has been an excellent consultant, and a great coach! If your looking
for fullfilment of either one of those functions get him!”
December 24, 2005
- Gerrit Visser
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “The
IT professionals of KPN mentioned Steven often as the guru of
information architecture. I can highly recommand him as an outstanding
architect in his field. He is reknowned broadly because of the
many publications that he launched. I am proud to be connected
to Steven and to know him personally as the best.” December
5, 2005
- Alon Blankstein
(colleague) worked with you:
- “Someone
once said "Those parts of the system that you can hit with
a hammer (not advised) are called hardware; those program instructions
that you can only curse at are called software." For those
of you that need a more solid approach to their IT architecture,
Steven is a great option :-)” December 6, 2005
- Karel Frielink
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Although
I have never met Steven personally, I know him as an outstanding
networking person. He understands the power of sharing networks.
To be successful, you need to focus on several networking sites
like LinkedIn and OpenBC. As far as his profession is concerned,
his profile shows his strengths and capabilities.” January
12, 2006
- Herman van Bolhuis
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is one of the most profound and active persons I know in the field
information architecture. He has a broad view on the topic and
is able to relate to other field without being rigid.” March
16, 2006
- Sjaak Bal (business
partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steven
has a enormous network of people with the different architecture
level (Enterprise, Information, Business, Infrastructure). This
network links me to a wealth of skillsets and adds a lot of value
to the architecture community” December 8, 2005
- Thomas Lidforss
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is one of those unique knowledgeable persons that stays on top
of how to use the latest trends in the ICT and communications
areas to provide real solutions for real businesses with a focus
on valuable business results for all parties involved. An excellent
example is Euretco's use of voice recognition, WiFi devices and
applications to enable high quality logistics for the company.”
December 26, 2005
- Anders Hemre
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a very experienced and professional information architect.
The knowledge shared through his masterclass is seriously needed
in modern organizations. Information technology is one thing -
understanding information and its role and use in business is
a different thing. Steven gets the point across.” December
5, 2005
- Adam Levy (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Very
few individuals possess the skills to be an Enterprise architect
let alone one who is capable of teaching it. Stephen is truly
one of those rare individuals.” December 6, 2005
- Michael Fox-Rabinovitz
(client) was your client:
- “Steven's
strong grasp on the data analytics and process stremlining and
optimization have greatly enhanced my own understanding of the
frameworks under which comple IT systems operate successfully
and efficiently. He has a unique approach that combines seamlessly
practice and theory into something which can only be described
as the zen of IT.” December 5, 2005
- Nelson Wong (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a professional who has learnt the art & science of seeing
issues & problems in his line of work from a very broad perspective.
He's also a person easy to work with no matter how large or difficult
a project may be.” January 15, 2006
- Bill Gluth (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
knows the meaning for being a great networker. He stays in touch
and can be counted on to inspire or counsel when needed. High
marks for Steven van 't Veld.” December 5, 2005
- Paul Spinks (business
partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steve
is a great guy and I recommend him very highly both as a Consultant
and a mentor” January 23, 2006
- Andrew 'Flip'
Filipowski (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “Steven
is an outstanding talent and individual...a gem for any company
lucky enough to have him on the team...” December 8, 2005
- Darren Franks
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
have had the pleasure of knowing Steven for some time now and
can say that he is one of just a few people in the industry who
has the ability to converse with both Business and Technical resource
alike. I have learnt a great deal from Steven and would happily
recommend him to anyone!” December 6, 2005
- Vasile Baltac
(colleague) worked directly with you:
- “Steven
lectured to a group of IT managers with not only clarity, but
he made people think and work together. Weeks after his class,
I was revisiting some of the ideas presented.” December
5, 2005
- Pedro Valido
(colleague) worked with you:
- “Great
man and excellent colleague !!!” April 3, 2006
- Nelson Rosamilha,
PMP (business partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steven
is an outstanding performer as a teacher, he knows how to coach
and lead his students and customers. He is always trying to help
and support the group as a team player !” December 26, 2005
- Alfredo Gabriel
Larrañaga (business partner) was a consultant or contractor
to you:
- “Steven
is an excellent professional. He has great ability to identify
client's needs and qualify opportunities. He is very committed
and is always available to help you!” July 20, 2006
- Carl Bressler
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Spending
focused time with Steven is one-stop global shopping for cutting-edge
best practices in the diverse arenas he thoughtfully inhabits.
Steve's belief in helping others to find and fully inhabit their
own excellence makes the world a more vibrant, positive place.”
February 8, 2006
- Scott Sereboff
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steve's
level of expertise and ability to impart information were invaluable
to me. I would recommed him for virtually any consultantcy need!
Scott Sereboff” January 9, 2006
- Marc Schoenen
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a highly skilled and diligent professional. His effort for
the professionalism is unparalleled and he has been both persuasive
and influential with IT matters at numerous profit and non-for-profit
institutions.” January 3, 2006
- Chris Sabien
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
know Steven professionally but more importantly can recommend
him from the excellent reputation he has gained through his Masterclass
in (Enterprise) Information Architecture.” January 4, 2006
- Mike
Pritchard (business partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “I
have known Steven for several years. In that time I have found
Steven to be a professional and successful individual and someone
who throughout his career will continue to add value for which
ever company he works.” (Jan 2006)” January 2, 2006
- Susan du Becker
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
has the tenacity to guide, coach and lead people through the process
line. I found his patience, his understanding of peoples differing
strengths and ability to manage and teach them very inspiring.
His professional knowledge was high and his own willingness to
learn and adapt quick and keen. Steven has always been an asset
to any organisation and a good sparring partner.” December
7, 2005
- Jay Parkhe (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is an avid networker and a virtual friend. His prime strengths
and capabilities are in his chosen profession - Information Technology
architecture. He is a Coach and a Masterclass Teacher of Enterprise
Information Architecture to the best of my knowledge. I wish him
all the very best of success.” December 7, 2005
- Dennis Huijzers
(colleague) worked with you:
- “Steven
is great professional with the ability to look into the future
of his business, you will enjoy working with him;” December
6, 2005
- Adrian Shooter
(client) was your client:
- “Steve
is an outstanding professional in the field of Enterprise Information
Architecture. His ability to coach, develop and engage with others
is outstanding. He possesses a keen mind and is an avid networker.
I would recommend Steve to others” December 21, 2005
- Tobias Lassen
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
van 't Veld is a true Information management professional with
an extraordinary ability to structure and organize information
within a company adding clarity and value. His keen insight into
information strategy and planning makes him a asset for any business.I
would be happy to work with him again at any time and recommend
him highly.” December 6, 2005
- Marcelle Von
Wendland (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “Steven
is an inspiring and energetic colleague who gets things done.
I am very pleased to know Steven and happy to recommend him.”
February 4, 2006
- Suhail Iqbal,
PE,PMP,MCT (colleague) worked indirectly for you:
- “Steven
is an energetic and a very social person. I know him as a colleague,
fellow networker and a teacher of Masterclass. I feel he has a
lot of potential ready to be tapped.” December 6, 2005
- Daniel Glyn-Jones
(business partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steven
is someone I came into contact with via my role as a recruiter
of Management Consultancy Professionals. He is someone with a
fantastic track record in his field who I am glad to endorse”
December 8, 2005
- Sandra
Wutsch (client) was your client:
- “Steven
is a Professional, he knows exactly what he is doing, and does
it very well. I highly recommend him. With Kind Regards, Sandy
Wutsch” December 12, 2005
- Stanley Lin (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is a strong leader and motivator. He is also sharp and very intelligent
with a strong contributor as a coach of the Masterclass(Enterprise)
Information Architecture.”” December 5, 2005
- Andrew Pike
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I've
known Steven for over 7 years, and have always highly regarded
his experience and knowledge. He has excellent technical and coaching
skills, and I can highly recommend him as someone who operates
well in a technical situation, that requires someone of gravitas
and seniority. He keeps his colleagues/clients informed at 'their'
technical level, rather than baffling them with science.”
December 9, 2005
- William Giba
MCSM (business partner) was with another company when working with
you:
- “Steven
has an extremely broad knowledge base in the area of Information
Architecture. He constantly refines his skills and is capable
of applying them when dealing with a problem at hand. He has great
communication skills, a leader in his profession and is really
easy to work with no matter what the assignment. I would recommend
Steven highly to others seeking his talent.” December 6,
2005
- Arnoud van Gemeren
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
know Steven to be a very experienced architect. His skills as
a coach are excellent. He teaches the Masterclass (Enterprise)
Information Architecture, which is a must if you want to make
a difference as an architect. And most important: Steven is fun
to work with!” December 6, 2005
- Phillip Powell
(colleague) worked with you:
- “I
can honestly say Steven is a very professional business man and
I have nothing but admiration for his can do attitude. He will
make sure that he goes that extra yard to help and fulfill a request
from his colleagues and working partners. I would recommend Steven
to any of my clients should they need someone of his calibre.”
February 8, 2006
- Martin McCrum
(colleague) worked directly with you:
- “A
very professional individual who certailnly knows the meaning
of communication and ethics. Strongly recommended as as a business
contact” December 6, 2005
- Phil Jennings
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
have never worked with Steven directly but have always found him
to be an excellent source of information and his willingness to
pass his extensive knowledge and experience on is invaluable.”
January 30, 2006
- Willem Fast(business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
can highly recommend Steven. He showed great professionality and
enthusiasm in his Enterprise Information Architecture masterclasses,
clarifying how to tie together content in a rational, user-centered
way.” December 6, 2005
- Stig Strand (business
partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steven
is very well respected in his sector. I have always found him
to be polite, honest and hard working. I would have no doubts
about assisting him again or working alongside him in the future
due to his strengths and understanding of Information architecture”
December 6, 2005
- Tal Rosenberger
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is well connected and talented guy. Steven has allot of experience
in the Enterprise Information Architecture.” December 20,
2005
- Ron
Jansen (colleague) worked with you:
- “A
very smart and result driven professional. Highly recommended.”
April 25, 2006
- Malcolm Lawrence
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
is knowledgable, quick, insightful, generous, and a pleasure to
know. I recommend him fully.” December 5, 2005
- Dr. Stephen Thayer
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
and I have been associated for an extended length of time. I would
like to endorse Steven Van't Veld for the great work that he does
in consulting and coaching corporate management and presentation
of master classes and training in Information Technology Architectures.
Sincerely, Dr. Stephen Thayer” December 27, 2005
- Stanley Eng (business
partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “Steven
is a strong resource for technical and people issues!” December
5, 2005
- David Hall (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “Steven
posseses a scope and breadth of knowledge that is unparalled.
He has developed an insight into business structure and process
that has gained him the admiration and respect of his peers. I
recommend Steven without reservation.” January 11, 2006
- Mark Standen
(business partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
believe Steven to be a fantastic coach and teacher of information
architecture - I find him to be very effective and dynamic. It
would be a pleasure to work with him!” January 31, 2006
- Veston Mansaram
(business partner) was a consultant or contractor to you:
- “I
would employ Steven for the position of Information Architecture,
because he has all the skill sets and experience reguired to perform
this position and he would be an asset to any company that would
employ him.” December 6, 2005
- Vladan Dragosavac
(client) was your client:
- “"Steven
is highly intelligent and innovative character. He is an experienced
and adaptable certified principal (enterprise) information architect.
His conceptual patterns and blueprints integrate people, process,
systems and infrastructure in a way that adds demonstrable value.””
December 5, 2005
- W
Hamilton Jones (business partner) was with another company when working
with you:
- “Steven
van 't Veld gained the respect and trust of his clients and colleagues
through attention to detail, timely and accurate follow up, and
a pleasant and positive attitude regarding the Masterclass (Enterprise)
Information Architecture. This is a difficult field of endeavor
- Steven is the only one I know who can successfully teach, coach,
and counsel in this field.” December 5, 2005
- Friedrich Klaus
(client) was your client:
- “Steven
is a great networker and a leader for all to follow” March
21, 2006
- Sam Edwards (business
partner) was with another company when working with you:
- “I
have known Steven for several years and have worked along him
on a few Architect Projects. He has always been extremely professional
and very thorough in the workplace. On a personal level he is
very well presented and has a good sense of humour and easy manner.”
January 16, 2006
Your
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