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Krijn van der Raadt
I love building products, technology, and teams.
Krijn van der Raadt is a seasoned professional with a passion for building and scaling products, technology, teams, and companies. With experience in diverse environments, from consumer and mobile tech to enterprise SaaS, he has successfully led teams ranging from 5 to 100 members. Krijn brings a wide array of skills and expertise to any organization, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and support at all levels.
During his tenure at AppFolio, Krijn focused on fostering the growth and development of engineers, ensuring their productivity, skill enhancement, and overall enjoyment at work. At MindTouch, he spearheaded engineering efforts for an exceptional SaaS platform designed to provide quick access to accurate information at scale, emphasizing meaningful feature development and best practices.
Having spent a decade at GreatCall, Krijn played a pivotal role in the company's evolution from a promising startup to a revenue-generating entity exceeding $300 million annually. His leadership in product and technology development facilitated the company's transition into a connected health and safety organization. Responsible for overseeing Engineering, IT, Analytics, Project Management, and Product Innovation with a team of approximately 100 individuals, Krijn contributed significantly to GreatCall's successful exit and subsequent acquisitions.
Krijn's educational background includes a BS in Electronics Engineering and Business from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, along with an MS in Computer Science from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His professional journey features roles such as Sr. Director of Engineering at AppFolio, Inc., Advisor at Cooler Heads Care and PocketBuildings, Inc., VP of Engineering at MindTouch, Founder of Shortest Path, Inc., and various leadership positions at GreatCall, among others.