Jeroen Maters

Sharpshooter
DISC Type : DC

Owner at Maters en Hermsen

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Overview

Jeroen Maters is a creative concept developer and communication strategist, co-owning the agency Maters en Hermsen. He is renowned for initiating large-scale, citizen-led urban improvement projects in Leiden, most notably founding the award-winning Singelpark. People often describe him as a creative, inspiring, and tireless driver of change for his city.

Deeply passionate about urban livability, Jeroens idea for the Singelpark was sparked by wanting a nice green space for his newborn daughter. This drive extends to his other initiatives like making Leiden a swimmable city and organizing a 100-bridge run. His personal interests also include cycling.

Unique fact: For his significant contributions to the city of Leiden, Jeroen was appointed a Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau (Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau).

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

ROI Driven

Rigorous & Demanding

They like to act fast and expect others to do the same.  They respond better to strong and respectful interactions. They are very proud of what they do.

Topics They Care About

Green Urban Development
He is the initiator of the Singelpark, a 6. 5-kilometer green space created by connecting existing parks, driven by a vision to make Leiden more livable and green.
Citizen-Led Initiatives
Co-founded Stadslab Leiden and the 'Friends of the Singelpark', mobilizing hundreds of volunteers and residents to take ownership and co-create major urban projects.
Swimmable Cities
He is actively leading a new initiative, 'Zwemstad Leiden', which aims to make swimming in the city's canals and rivers safer, cleaner, and more attractive for residents.

Media Appearances

Jeroen has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-1993
Owner at Maters en Hermsen
9-2012
Founder stichting Vrienden van het Singelpark at Singelpark Leiden
11-2009
Founder at Stadslab Leiden
5-2011 - 7-2012
Coördinator Team Singelpark Stadslab Leiden at Stadslab Leiden
10-2010 - 12-2016
Member of the board Lucas van Leyden Mecenaat at Museum De Lakenhal

Education

1991 - 1993
Rechtsgeleerdheid from Leiden University
1987 - 1991
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from Fontys University of Applied Sciences

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Exp : 38 Location : Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands Job Level : Leadership Designation : Owner at Maters en Hermsen
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Insights For Selling To Jeroen

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • Be respectful but crisp
  • When negotiating terms, help them build an impression that they are the ones calling the shots

DONT's

  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any
  • Don’t focus on process and rules, give the impression of being a ‘gets it done’ person
  • Avoid being too verbose

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jeroen is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jeroen

  • If they decide not to use your product, they will say no clearly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jeroen move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Jeroen take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Jeroen

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