Bert-Jan De Gier

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Chief Technology Officer at CostPerform

South Holland, Netherlands

Overview

Bert-Jan de Gier is the CTO and Director at CostPerform, where he has driven the creation of world-class cost management software for over 15 years. His background in econometrics and computer science from Erasmus University Rotterdam informs his leadership of the development, QA, and support teams. He is passionate about solving complex problems and still engages in coding.

Outside of his technical leadership, Bert-Jan has a keen interest in the unique Dutch sport of Korfball, as indicated by his affiliation with KV Tempo, a Korfball club. This suggests an appreciation for team-based activities and strategy, both on and off the field.

He finds immense satisfaction in creating beautiful, functional software and solving difficult technical puzzles, a passion that has defined his entire career.

Personality Overview

Informal

Imaginative

Believer

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.  They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Topics They Care About

Cost Management Software
He has dedicated his entire professional career to designing, developing, and leading the technical strategy for CostPerform's specialized software.
SaaS Transformation
He led the technical team in successfully adapting CostPerform's software to become a fully SaaS-based platform while continuing to serve on-premise clients.
Technology Business Management
He recently co-hosted a webinar on the future of Technology Business Management (TBM), discussing how to align IT and business on cost and profitability.

Media Appearances

Bert-Jan has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2022
Chief Technology Officer at CostPerform
10-2018
Director/Owner at CostPerform
8-2004 - 10-2018
Technical Product Manager at CostPerform
1-2002 - 7-2004
Developer at PinkRoccade
4-2001 - 12-2001
Internal Developer at De Goudse

Education

1995 - 2000
Master's degree from Erasmus University Rotterdam
1989 - 1995
Gymnasium from Christelijk Lyceum Gouda

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Insights For Selling To Bert-Jan

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Talk about their team and how your product will help them do things better and easier
  • Talk anecdotally about the customer experience that your product offers

DONT's

  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.
  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Bert-Jan is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Bert-Jan

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Bert-Jan move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Bert-Jan take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Bert-Jan

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