I have the privilege of spearheading innovation teams and driving transformative change by applying the principles of Design Thinking and Lean Startup methodologies. By embracing these frameworks as a "way of working," I ensure that innovation efforts are grounded in user-centricity and data-driven decision-making.
One of my key responsibilities is to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and evolving laws and regulations, such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and PSD2. By conducting thorough research and staying abreast of industry trends, I provide valuable insights that inform our innovation strategies and help us leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive impactful solutions.
Additionally, I have actively contributed to the development and implementation of a bank-wide renewed Innovation way of working. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, I have played a pivotal role in shaping the processes and frameworks that foster a culture of innovation within the organization. By championing continuous improvement and fostering a collaborative environment, I have helped drive the adoption of innovation best practices and create an ecosystem where innovative ideas can thrive.
Through this multifaceted role, I have had the opportunity to drive transformative change, leverage emerging technologies, and shape the innovation culture within the organization. By applying Design Thinking and Lean Startup principles, combined with my research expertise and contribution to the bank-wide innovation framework, I have played a crucial role in enabling the organization to embrace innovation as a core competency and deliver impactful solutions in an ever-evolving landscape.
I worked with Tessa on multiple experiments at ABN AMRO and together we gave
workshops, masterclasses and presentations, especially on Design Thinking and
Innovation. She can immediately submerge herself in the topic at hand and will
deliver customer centric, high quality designed results, fast. Tessa introduced me to
Design Thinking, where she showed she is an expert on the topic, is able to teach it to
others with a lot of energy and motivation, and is very skilled in applying the theory in
practice with top notch results. If you're looking for an expert in design and innovation
who is result-driven, fast paced, hard working and funny as hell: you came to the right
profile.
— Stephan Hagens - ABN AMRO