RiverStoneBlue

Helping medium and large organization to kickstart or level-up their Ideation, Incubation and Intrapreneurship activities in order to make a true difference and create real value for the challenges and opportunities you are facing.

Founder | Consultant | Trainer | Coach

The Tailored Intrapreneurship Learning Toolbox (TILT) is about creating innovative habits. It’s not a one-directed training that ends up in your drawer. It’s an applied learning approach to develop intrapreneurs that can independently generate value for your company!

Tailored Intrapreneurship Learning Toolbox

Storytelling is a fantastic way to share and inspire! I have experiences to draw upon and share – the good, the bad and the ugly. If you’re looking for an experienced and inspiring speaker – look no further. I’d love to work with you for other event-related work, such as event moderation, innovation panelist, and workshop host.

Exciting Keynotes

Having lived and breathed Ideation & Innovation as a practitioner, I can now provide you with hands-on advise as your trainer and coach. At the heart of successful, value generating ideation is setting the right question and driving a more intense collaboration. It’ll deliver higher implementation ratios and thus enable you to realize more value.

Enabling Training & Coaching

Hire me as your external Campaign or Community Manager, or completely outsource online ideation to me with the RiverStoneBlue All-In-One Ideation Pack.

Executing Online Ideation

SEIN - Expertisecentrum voor epilepsie en slaapgeneeskunde

Interim manager voor medewerker gedreven innovatieprogramma, oa verantwoordelijk voor:
- Publieke hackathon
- Begeleiden diverse innovatie projecten
- Opzetten en leveren van het “Ik innoveer” scholingsprogramma om intern ondernemerschap te stimuleren

Interim Innovatie Programma Manager

Limpid & co

Corporate Innovation Expert

Innovation Stickers

Chief Stickiness Officer

ROEL | Collaborative Innovation Management

Independent Business Owner

HYPE Innovation

Enterprise Innovation Consultant

Liberty Global

Responsible for international rollout and management of Liberty Globals's innovation program (Spark).

Innovation Program Manager

UPC Nederland

Focus on new business models and Next Generation Networks. Created and implemented the innovation program (Spark) for all UPCNL employees.

Business Developer/ Strategy Consultant

Furthering progress on SoD-project and other projects for UPC, like a new portal by which the operation can raise IT issues.

IT Project Manager

RealFlair B.V.

Assignments:

UPC NL: Project manager for a SOx-related (Segregation of Duties) project; 01/04/2008 - 31/10/2008
Start-up company: Market research, writing business plans and processes; 01/07/07 - 31/03/08
RealFlair: Managing of several research projects; 01/07/07 - 31/03/08
Friesland Bank: Implementing of the new strategy; 01/09/2006 - 30/06/2007

Junior Consultant

Friesland Bank

Process redesign and the compete introduction of the so-called PSU that helps account managers during their sales conversations and the communication with the back office.

Intern Business Improvement

Igniting innovation within corporate walls is my passion. For over a decade, I've guided corporate employees to unlock their creative potential and drive meaningful change from within their organizations.

Many talented professionals feel stifled by rigid corporate structures, struggling to bring fresh ideas to life. I bridge this gap, empowering individuals to become catalysts for innovation in their companies.

Through proven frameworks and hands-on learning experiences, I transform corporate employees into skilled intrapreneurs. My approach blends design thinking, lean startup methodologies, and business model innovation to equip professionals with practical tools for ideation and execution.

Participants in my programs consistently report increased confidence in pitching ideas, improved problem-solving skills, and a renewed sense of purpose in their roles. Many have successfully launched internal projects that have significantly impacted their organizations' bottom lines.

My tailored courses and workshops have helped hundreds of corporate innovators across various industries. From ideation sprints to long-term innovation capability building, I provide the guidance and support needed to navigate the complexities of corporate innovation.

If you're ready to unleash your innovative potential and make a lasting impact within your organization, let's connect. Together, we can transform your ideas into reality and propel your career to new heights.


CONTACT ME!

I’ve never knowingly refused an invitation to talk about innovation. If you want to include me as a speaker at your next event, have me as a trainer or workshop host, or get our help to set up your own intrapreneurship toolbox or innovation lab, 

Message me here on LinkedIn, 
Call me on +316 2251 0348, or 
Email me on roel@riverstone.blue.

Roel de Vries

Vtec Group Ltd

Operations Coordinator

Innovolo

• Improved, led, and drove all aspects of operations, including customer success, project management, marketing, and business development.
• Standardised and scaled business processes and functions across the company.
•	Conceived an Innovation Culture Maturity Model to help organisations understand innovation readiness and capacity.
•	Won the Innovation & Excellence Awards 2022 and was awarded Innovation Leader of the Year 2021.
• Coordinated and established all marketing and branding initiatives both internally and externally.
• Created messaging and positioning for all services that is clear, concise and on brand.
• Developed brand authority and visibility, and increased visibility by leveraging social media and brand assets.

Head of Innovation

Ventro - Part of the Aquilam Group

•	Led a team of 120+ staff and subcontractors to deliver passive fire compliance services to social housing providers across the UK.
•	Delivered a large and complex compliance upgrade works programme to 3000+ occupied homes.
•	Initiated subcontractor recruitment, assessment, and onboarding process to support rapid company growth.
•	Introduced systematised quality control measures to ensure compliance with client specifications.

www.ventro-group.com

Regional Project Manager

Contracts Manager

Senior Project Manager (Housing)

Coastal Group

•	Implemented expert technical advice on specialist joinery hardware products to architects, joiners, developers, and contractors.
•	Led product development initiative for an improved lift-and-slide door system in line with customer feedback and market trends.
•	Systematised estimating processes by developing a series of quoting calculators, leading to a reduction in customer complaints of ~10-15%.
•	Managed company website and social media platforms to increase online visibility and generate new leads.

www.coastal-group.com

Technical Consultant

Styletech Architectural

•	Planned projects from start to finish, ensuring that on time completion within budget.
•	Defined new strategies for improving project management efficiency and quality across the company.
•	Conducted architectural hardware surveys to provide accurate quotes and specifications for tenders and contracts.

Project Manager

Leachs

•	Consulted with clients in the oil and gas sector to identify needs and deliver solutions relating to working safely at height.
•	Influenced increased revenues from this sector by developing and implementing innovative safety strategies.
•	Conducted training sessions on the use of fall protection systems.

www.leachs.com

Oil & Gas Sector Consultant

Helping world-class innovators drive impact using our D³ approach

Passionate about creating innovative and unique environments, I am lucky to be a part of Vtec Group, where we constantly challenge traditional norms and push the boundaries of decorative wall panels and acoustic solutions. Our focus extends beyond the immediate visual appeal, ensuring the products we create enhance the acoustic performance of any space.

As an advocate of customization, I believe in empowering architects, designers, and contractors with tailored designs that bring their clients' visions to life. We work tirelessly to ensure that off-the-shelf solutions are transformed into distinctive designs that reflect each brand's unique ethos.

At Vtec Group, we understand that effective acoustic management should be integrated seamlessly into the design and architecture of a space, not as a standalone system. It's a delicate balance of functionality and aesthetics, and as a team, we are committed to ensuring that our solutions create a harmonious and immersive atmosphere.

I am a firm believer that value extends beyond the initial investment. The long-term benefits of our wall panels and acoustic systems, from improved productivity and occupant satisfaction to reduced noise-related stress, offer a significant return on investment. Our solutions are not just about aesthetics; they are about improving the quality of life for those who occupy the spaces we help create.

In this rapidly evolving industry, I am driven by the idea of continuous innovation. Embracing technological advancements and new design concepts, we at Vtec Group strive to stay ahead of the curve, creating spaces that captivate and inspire.

Connect with me if you share our vision for innovative and effective acoustic solutions. Together, we can create spaces that are truly distinctive and immersive.

brad@vtecgroup.com

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