Emiel Valentijn Ten Donkelaar
About Emiel Valentijn Ten Donkelaar
Emiel Valentijn Ten Donkelaar serves as the Head of Sales for Benelux and Nordics at Pixellot and has extensive experience in football coaching, currently acting as Head Coach at FC Schüttorf 09 e.V. since 2021.
Current Role at Pixellot
Emiel Valentijn Ten Donkelaar serves as the Head of Sales for the Benelux and Nordics regions at Pixellot, a company specializing in AI-automated sports production. He has held this position since 2023, focusing on expanding the company's market presence in these areas. His role involves promoting innovative camera and video analytics solutions tailored for sports broadcasting.
Coaching Experience
Ten Donkelaar has over 12 years of experience in coaching football teams across various levels in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. He has held multiple coaching positions, including Head Coach at FC Schüttorf 09 e.V. since 2021, and previously at HVV Tubantia and SV Baarn. His coaching approach incorporates weekly video analysis, enhancing team performance through detailed feedback.
Previous Coaching Positions
Before his current role at FC Schüttorf 09 e.V., Ten Donkelaar was the Head Coach at HVV Tubantia from 2019 to 2021 and the U17-1 Head Coach from 2017 to 2019. He also served as the Head of Youth at SV Baarn from 2015 to 2017 and worked as a Trainer/Coach at Oud-Heverlee Leuven for 11 months in 2014-2015. His diverse coaching roles reflect his commitment to developing young talent in football.
Sales Management Background
Ten Donkelaar has a solid background in sales management, having worked as a Sales Manager for 360SportsIntelligence from 2019 to 2023. His experience includes selling camera and video analytics solutions across Europe and the USA. This role complemented his coaching career, allowing him to merge his passion for sports with expertise in technology-driven solutions.
Educational and Professional Background
Ten Donkelaar's professional journey combines extensive coaching experience with a strong foundation in sales. He has developed a unique skill set that includes a deep understanding of sports analytics and coaching methodologies. His work in both coaching and sales demonstrates his commitment to advancing sports through technology and education.