Clarity. Structure. Impact.

👋 Hi, I'm Marissa van Beurden.

I've spent a decade building and turning around impact-driven organizations — from intern to managing director. I bring structure to complexity: governance, strategy, fundraising, and execution. Currently pursuing an MBA at INSEAD, graduating July 2027, exploring strategy and international markets.

Areas of expertise

Interim Leadership

Stabilizing operations in transition or crisis, clarifying decision-making, and rebuilding governance, accountability, and compliance.

Strategy & funding

Designing strategic roadmaps and sustainable funding frameworks; aligning stakeholders around clear priorities.

Program design & scaling

Building, testing, and scaling new initiatives, with a focus on impact measurement and operational feasibility.

How I work

  1. Intake & Diagnosis – Assessing organizational challenges and opportunities, including governance, compliance, and strategic priorities.

  2. Roadmap & Priorities – Defining focus areas, clarifying strategic objectives, and setting actionable priorities.

  3. Implementation & Coaching – Strengthening structures, enhancing governance and compliance, and aligning teams for effective execution.

  4. Evaluation & Handover – Ensuring results are embedded, sustainable, and measurable, with clear handover to internal teams.

In their words

  • “A driven and strategic professional with a natural talent for connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. She combines sharp insight with strong leadership, turning opportunities into clear plans that deliver real social impact. Reliable and energetic, she adds value to every project and inspires those around her.”

    Wim Haveman, Advisor & Project Lead Education MDT

  • “An exceptional leader who combines sharp strategic thinking with a strong social compass. She inspires others while driving meaningful change, turning challenges into growth opportunities. Her authentic commitment to positive impact and balanced leadership—combining efficiency with empathy—makes her a true asset to any organization.”

    Annelies Stivast, Head of Unspricpted NL Amazon MGM

  • "I’ve seen Marissa lead complex organizational transformations with sharp strategic insight and strong execution. She builds sustainable partnerships and navigates change across strategy, operations, and finance with ease. Her international mindset and impact-driven approach make her a trusted advisor and leader."

    Twan Ronnes, Chairman 10,000 HOURS foundation & Co-founder Did Another Thing

  • “A strategic thinker who knows how to balance short- and long-term goals. Marissa inspires with her energy and combines the hard side of leadership (structure, resources) with the soft side (people, interaction).”

    Sam Branten, Arts & Culture Consultant at Berenschot

  • "An innovative leader with sharp strategic insight and a unique ability to connect people across cultures. Her empathy and dedication to inclusion make her an inspiring force for social cohesion and sustainable growth."

    Manuela Kalsky, Associate Professor Karen Armstrong Chair at the UvH, specializing in Religion(s) and Society; Founder of Nieuwwij.nl; Researcher, Board Member, Advisor, Speaker, and Activist

  • "I have worked with many people over the years, professionals of all kinds. This one stands out. Smart, creative, socially engaged and fiercely loyal. With an impressive CV and a strong network, she brings sharp insights and a tireless work ethic. But don’t take my word for it. Spend just a few hours together and you’ll see."

    Michel Hobbij, Advisor, Mentor & Board Member

  • I've had the pleasure of working with Marissa over several years. Early on, she offered me invaluable mentorship, guiding me with insight and support. Marissa combines sharp strategic thinking with talent for connecting people and organizations. Detail-oriented, results-driven, and focused on impact, she turns complex challenges into meaningful projects and is an inspiring partner to work with.

    Soraya Mooijweer, Managing Director 10,000 HOURS

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