William Van Rijswijk
About William Van Rijswijk
William Van Rijswijk serves as the Director of Professional Services at Descartes Systems Group, a position he has held since 2022. He has a robust background in business development and customer engagement, with extensive experience at QAD in various roles over a span of more than a decade.
Current Role at Descartes Systems Group
William Van Rijswijk serves as the Director of Professional Services at Descartes Systems Group, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Woerden, Utrecht, Netherlands, he is responsible for leading professional services initiatives and managing client engagements. His role involves overseeing the delivery of services to ensure client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at QAD
Prior to his current role, William Van Rijswijk held several positions at QAD. He worked as a Business Consultant from 2011 to 2012 in Li, Netherlands. He later served as the Business Development Director for Global Services from 2019 to 2022, and as a Global Business Development Manager from 2015 to 2019. His tenure at QAD also included roles as a Consulting Business Development Manager from 2005 to 2011 and as a Customer Engagement Manager from 2012 to 2015.
Background in Program Management
William Van Rijswijk has a background in program management, having worked at ArvinMeritor as a Program Manager from 2000 to 2005. This experience contributed to his skills in managing complex projects and coordinating cross-functional teams.
Education and Training
William Van Rijswijk studied at Industrial Design Tu/e for one year from 1983 to 1984. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge relevant to his career in technology and services.
Expertise in Business Development
William Van Rijswijk possesses extensive experience in business development and customer engagement. His career spans multiple regions, and he has a proven track record in managing professional services and sales teams. His focus has been on enhancing client relationships and driving growth within the technology and services sectors.