Nick Vermeulen

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers CI LLP

St Peter Port, Guernsey, Guernsey

Overview

Nick Vermeulen is the Senior Partner for PwC in the Channel Islands, where he leads the Assurance, Advisory, and Tax services. A self-described "technologist at heart, " he specializes in financial services and drives the firms innovation and technology strategy, holding a certificate in Fintech from the University of Oxfords Saïd Business School.

Outside of his corporate role, Nick is actively involved in his community. During the pandemic, he spearheaded a volunteer initiative that used 3D printing to produce and supply essential PPE to local frontline services, demonstrating a commitment to applying technology for social good.

He once led a client project that won an innovation award for designing a Blockchain solution for the Private Equity sector.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Tough To Convince

Late Adopter

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Topics They Care About

Digital Identity
He frequently posts about the development of digital ID and wallet programs in the UK and EU, indicating a strong personal and professional interest in the subject.
AI in Business
He shares insights on how businesses can adopt AI, coach their teams on its use, and has co-authored articles on building trust in Generative AI.
Future of Work
He has publicly commented on the need for upskilling in response to automation and has trialed flexible work models like the four-day work week within his firm.

Media Appearances

Nick has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2011
Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers CI LLP
12-2002 - 6-2011
Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers
8-2000 - 12-2002
Senior Manager - Toronto Canada at PricewaterhouseCoopers
8-2000
Manager - Guernsey at PricewaterhouseCoopers
7-1992 - 4-1994
Software Analyst-Defense & Civil Govt at Logica

Education

2018 - 2018
Oxford Fintech Programme from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
2018 - 2018
LFS170x: Blockchain from edX

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Insights For Selling To Nick

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control

DONT's

  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nick is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nick

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nick move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Nick take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Nick

Personality Compatibility


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