Maarten Van Asbeck

Commander
DISC Type : D

CEO Maartens Klussen Imperium at Maartens Klussen Imperium

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Overview

Maarten is a serial entrepreneur with a diverse background, having founded an international online flower trade, a beer brand, and currently leading his handyman service, Maartens Klussen Imperium. He has also lectured in Business Studies and holds degrees from the University of Amsterdam and the University of London.

Outside of his business ventures, Maarten is a freelance skipper in Amsterdam and a passionate trumpet player. He possesses a direct and humorous communication style and shows a keen interest in macroeconomics, sustainability, and local civic issues.

He was able to play the trumpet pain-free just two months after a serious accident involving a truck.

Personality Overview

Decisive

Risk-Taker

Candid & Clear

They like to move fast and expect the same from others.  They take a lot of pride in personal achievements. They respond better to strong and respectful interactions.

Topics They Care About

Entrepreneurship
He has founded and led multiple diverse businesses, including ventures in international trade, beverages, and home services, demonstrating a clear passion for building companies from the ground up.
International Trade
Founded MF Trader, an online platform for the international flower trade, with partners in the Netherlands, Kenya, and China.
Circular Economy
He expresses strong opinions on sustainability, believing recycling is ineffective without addressing the overproduction of low-quality goods like furniture and clothing.

Media Appearances

Maarten has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2025
CEO Maartens Klussen Imperium at Maartens Klussen Imperium
3-2018
Schipper at Freelance
1-2016 - 9-2024
Founder at FLAVAbeers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkmpoxlR1Wk
9-2021 - 8-2022
Docent InHolland, Business Studies at InHolland
Founder at MF Trader - Internationale online bloemenhandel

Education

1984 - 1990
Drs. from University of Amsterdam
1990 - 1991
M Sc. from University of London

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Insights For Selling To Maarten

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be respectful but crisp
  • Refer to testimonials from well-known industry leaders
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any
  • Don't try too hard to forge relationships with them
  • Avoid being too verbose

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Maarten 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 Maarten

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no without any hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Maarten move?

  • They can reach decisions fairly quickly if they are convinced.
  • Can Maarten take some risk or not?

  • They don’t mind risks but can be quite binary about them.

You And Maarten

Personality Compatibility


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