Joris van der Pol

Algemeen directeur OMS

In three words: Gedreven, ondernemend, ongeduldig.

Espresso. And really the Italian variety; strong, freshly brewed by a knowledgeable barista, and -just like in Italy- for a euro.

September 2023

This interview has been translated, the original language is: Dutch

Short introduction

In your free time, what do you like to do most?: Cycling is something I really enjoy doing. And I am always struck by how many people in media share this hobby, there are even whole media teams that have ridden Alpe d'Huzes!
Did you know that I…: very love to build Lego
Where would you go in a time machine and with whom/why?: May 17, 1960, to Radio Veronica's transmitting ship on the North Sea. I think it would be cool to see how radio history in the Netherlands started there. Gladly with Peter Mulder, with him I share much of my working life.

What is your favourite movie?: The Founder. Great story about the real origins of McDonald's, the sometimes unpaved road that organizations must take to become or remain successful.
What book would you recommend?: The Prey. Interesting and engaging account of Holland's pride ABN Amro.
Can you recommend a good restaurant?: Am very fan of Graphite, a speakeasy in Amsterdam, nice experience. But my real favorite I keep for me, at least I always have a table....

What is your favourite quote?: "Fail harder". Check vooral de video van W+K
Who would you like to see in this section?: Peter Mulder of Mediabrands. Good friend and professionally one of my longest relationships.

Managing Director Orion Capital Netherlands

In three words: Social, commercial, impatient

: Lots of black from 6 a.m. and at 10:30 a.m. party with a "flat white"