Laurens Visscher
About Laurens Visscher
Laurens Visscher is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where he leads the Accelerating Business Growth team. He has extensive experience in management consulting, business coaching, and grant writing, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Work at KPMG Australia
Laurens Visscher has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2021. He operates from the Greater Sydney Area and leads the Accelerating Business Growth team at KPMG's Parramatta office. His role involves focusing on servicing clients in Greater Western Sydney and New South Wales, emphasizing business growth strategies and innovation.
Previous Experience in Consulting
Before joining KPMG, Laurens Visscher worked at Plus Projects, a former division of KPMG, where he held various roles including Senior Management Consultant, Junior Management Consultant, and Sales Manager from 2011 to 2018. He also worked as a Management Consultant and Business Coach at Visscher Consultancy from 2016 to 2021. His consulting experience spans multiple years and focuses on business strategy and client services.
Educational Background
Laurens Visscher studied at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), where he earned a Master in Laws with a specialization in Tax Law/Taxation from 2003 to 2010. Additionally, he studied International Relations and Affairs at Istanbul Bilgi University for 11 months in 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in law and international relations.
Expertise in Grant Writing and Management
Laurens Visscher has developed expertise in grant writing and management, business plans, and start-up financing. He specializes in assisting clients with accessing government funding programs, including the R&D Tax Incentive and various federal and state government grants. His knowledge in this area supports businesses in securing financial resources for growth and innovation.
Background in Sales and Innovation
Laurens has a background in sales and innovation, having worked as Manager of Sales and Innovation at SUHO from 2018 to 2021. He also served as Commercial Director at SUHO for a brief period in 2021. His roles in these positions highlight his focus on driving sales strategies and fostering innovation within organizations.