The people behind the work
Three partners. A trusted circle of specialists. One shared commitment.
Trusted by global brands like Embraer and KNVB, we turn attention into measurable transformation.
Kirsten Heukels
Founder · CEO · Profiler · Confidential Counselor · Executive Coach
With over 20 years of experience in profiling, crisis management and hostage negotiation, Kirsten creates safe spaces for open dialogue and transformative change. Trusted by both the private and public sector, she resolves conflict with clarity and courage.
Skills: Profiling, Behavioural Analysis, Crisis Negotiation, Executive Coaching, Confidential Advisory, Strategic Interventions.
Value: Kirsten’s sharp insights and objective approach provide clear direction to leaders and teams across diverse sectors.
Bas Kousemaker
Partner · Director Growth & Operations · Confidential Counselor – Coach
With over 10 years in customer success, digital transformation and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), Bas drives strategic vision. His technical expertise (SaaS, low-code) enables global teams to achieve their goals.
Skills: Leadership, Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Coaching.
Value: Pragmatic solutions for growth and inclusive cultures.
Pascal Comvalius
Partner · Crisis & Hostage Negotiator · Confidential Counselor – Mediator
Pascal is a recognised mediator and crisis negotiator who excels in high-stakes situations. His background in criminal mediation makes him the go-to person for critical communications.
Skills: Crisis Management, Mediation, Behavioural Analysis.
Value: Calm, strategic guidance in crisis situations – professional and discreet.
A trusted circle of specialists
Beyond our core team, we work with a carefully chosen network of independent professionals — each bringing decades of experience in their field.
Rainier Koers
NLP Master · Coach · Advisor to the Board – Trainer
Rainier is an NLP master, sales and performance trainer with a background in elite sport. He guides professionals to peak performance through mindset shifts and transforms teams using behavioural expertise.
Skills: Certified BrainCompass Navigator, NLP Coaching, Performance Training, Mindset Coaching, Board Advisory, Personal Development.
Value: Rainier’s expertise in performance improvement and mindset training helps clients reach their goals and unlock their full potential.
Mia Vetjens
INTERN · RESEARCH & SUPPORT
MSc Social & Organisational Psychology (Leiden University). BSc Psychology (Erasmus University Rotterdam). Intern at 1for2 since March 2026.
Expertise: Social-scientific research, HR analysis, organisational psychology.
Lisan Beentjes
Organisational Advisor & Executive Coach
Lisan specialises in strategy implementation and building high-performing teams. Her sharp analytical skills and people-first approach turn complex challenges into concrete results. She is known for her ability to inspire teams to achieve their ambitions.
Skills: Organisational Advisory, Strategy Implementation, Executive Coaching, Team Development, Change Management.
Value: Lisan combines strategic insight with practical guidance, enabling teams to achieve their organisational goals.
Wolfgang Paardekooper
SENIOR ADVISOR · BOARD CONSULTANT
Owner ANDERS!. Over 30 years’ experience at Big 4 / EY, partner until July 2017. Board member and chairman at multiple organisations. RA — Nyenrode Business University.
Expertise: Corporate governance, finance, organisational advisory, board consultancy.
Seline Aerts
Organisational Advisor
Seline is an experienced organisational advisor with a focus on change trajectories and team dynamics.
Skills: Organisational Advisory, Change Trajectories, Team Dynamics.
Value: Seline guides organisations through complex change with calm and precision.
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