Kris Bakker
About Kris Bakker
Kris Bakker is an Enterprise Sales Executive at Compass Mining, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in sales, inventory management, and sailing instruction, with previous roles at companies such as Compass Mining, Aquavitesse Bruinisse, and PKF Wallast.
Work at Compass Mining
Kris Bakker currently serves as an Enterprise Sales Executive at Compass Mining, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has been instrumental in generating over $30 million in revenue through strategic sales initiatives and client engagement. Previously, he worked as a Sales Manager at Compass Mining from 2021 to 2022, where he focused on inventory management and pricing strategies to optimize company operations. Bakker represented Compass Mining at global conferences, targeting high net worth individuals to enhance the company's visibility and reputation. He also played a key role in onboarding over 2000 retail and institutional miners, significantly expanding the company's client base.
Education and Expertise
Kris Bakker has a diverse educational background. He studied Accountancy at Nyenrode Business University from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he pursued Rechtsgeleerdheid at both Utrecht University from 2013 to 2014 and the University of Groningen from 2015 to 2016. His foundational education includes a Gymnasium degree in Economie & Maatschappij from Marnix College Ede, completed between 2007 and 2013. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in finance, law, and economics, which supports his roles in sales and management.
Background in Sales and Management
Kris Bakker has accumulated significant experience in sales and management roles across various organizations. Before joining Compass Mining, he worked as a Sailing Instructor at Aquavitesse Bruinisse and Zeilfabriek de Morra from 2014 to 2023. He also served as a Junior Assistant Audit at PKF Wallast from 2018 to 2019 and as a Junior Assistant Accountant at DVE accountants & adviseurs from 2017 to 2018. His diverse work history has equipped him with skills in client relations, operational management, and team leadership.
Contributions to Bitcoin Mining
Kris Bakker has played a pivotal role in decentralizing the Bitcoin network by enabling widespread access to mining opportunities. His efforts in onboarding over 2000 retail and institutional miners have significantly contributed to expanding the client base for Compass Mining. Through his strategic initiatives, he has facilitated greater participation in the Bitcoin mining ecosystem, promoting accessibility and growth within the industry.