Roy De Weerd

Critic
DISC Type : C

Head of Platform at Rockstart

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Overview

As Head of Platform at Rockstart, an early-stage VC, Roy is dedicated to empowering purpose-driven founders by providing resources and connections beyond capital. His expertise lies in building strategic partnerships and supporting startups in the energy, agrifood, and tech sectors. He holds a BBA in Sports Management & Business.

Roy is passionate about social impact, serving as a Board Member for Mamas Power Foundation. The organization is committed to empowering mothers in disadvantaged areas of the Netherlands, helping them achieve financial independence and overcome barriers to entering the labor market.

He has a unique background that blends sports management, business, and venture capital, driven by a passion for team dynamics.

Personality Overview

Critic

Negotiator

Objective Thinker

They like to do things independently and don’t look for support from others.  It is very likely that they will negotiate pricing or other important terms. They choose to analyze logically and value facts to emotions.

Topics They Care About

Founder Support
Leads the founder support platform at Rockstart, focusing on providing capital, market access, and expertise to early-stage, purpose-driven startups.
Startup-Corporate Partnerships
His role as Director of Strategic Partnerships involves forging meaningful connections between innovative startups and established industry-leading corporations.
Impact Investing
He was attracted to Rockstart for its mission to support founders who are driving positive change and creating a more sustainable future.

Media Appearances

Insights and Innovations with Roy de Weerd of Rockstart. Featured in EU CVC

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Work History

7-2025
Head of Platform at Rockstart
1-2021 - 7-2025
Strategic Partnerships Director at Rockstart
10-2018 - 1-2021
Head of Rockstart Spaces at Rockstart
2-2021
Board Member at Mama's Power Foundation
11-2017 - 10-2018
Event Manager at Amsterdam Conference Centre Beurs van Berlage

Education

2007 - 2011
BBA from Sports Management & Business
2010 - 2010
Minor from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

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Exp : 13 Location : Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Platform at Rockstart

Interested in

Sports

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Insights For Selling To Roy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • If you can, show them industry reports or analyst comments instead of sharing anecdotal stories
  • Be ready to answer many clarity-seeking questions and requests for information
  • Tell them what ROI they can expect

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘others just love’ etc.
  • Don't give superficial answers, they are easily rattled by them
  • Avoid pushing them too much to involve other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Roy is

  • Proven ROI, pricing and objective proof points are the factors that sway their decision.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Roy

  • They are comfortable saying no if they are convinced that it is the correct decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Roy move?

  • Their decision-making is neither very fast nor very slow, they are somewhere in between.
  • Can Roy take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if their analysis shows that it would be worth it.

You And Roy

Personality Compatibility


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