Bart Veldhuizen
About Bart Veldhuizen
Bart Veldhuizen is a Senior Community Manager with extensive experience in community management and strategy development. He has held various roles in notable companies such as Sketchfab, Epic Games, and n8n, and he possesses a background in Applied Physics from the University of Twente.
Current Role at n8n
Bart Veldhuizen serves as the Senior Community Manager at n8n since 2024. In this role, he focuses on implementing a long-term strategy for community activation and engagement. His responsibilities include fostering community growth and enhancing user interaction within the platform. Veldhuizen's experience in community management positions him to effectively drive initiatives that align with n8n's objectives.
Previous Experience at Sketchfab
Before joining n8n, Bart Veldhuizen worked at Sketchfab as the Head of Community from 2014 to 2023. During his nine years at Sketchfab, he managed community engagement and developed strategies to enhance user participation. His role involved collaborating with users and stakeholders to create a vibrant community around 3D content sharing.
Education and Expertise
Bart Veldhuizen studied Applied Physics at the University of Twente, where he earned his Ir. degree from 1989 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical skills in community management. Veldhuizen specializes in designing and optimizing community strategies, with a focus on measuring the effects of community engagement efforts and optimizing returns.
Career History in Community Management
Veldhuizen has over a decade of experience in community management, having held various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at Epic Games as Community Lead for Creative Marketplaces and at Autodesk as a Community/3D Printing Consultant. His earlier positions included Community Manager at Shapeways and Community Manager/Software Developer at Cg Cookie. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of community dynamics.
Flexible Work Style
Bart Veldhuizen is known for his flexible work style, which allows him to work effectively in remote and virtual team environments. This adaptability has been a significant asset throughout his career, enabling him to collaborate with diverse teams across different geographical locations, including Paris, New York, and Berlin.