Our team

Combining his extensive network with his insider’s knowledge of the sector, Han is the cornerstone whose support boosts every fundraising, impact and recruitment processes.

For over a decade, Maarten has applied his skillset in both the NGO and the public sectors – among which the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He is also the driving force behind HVFC Impact Journey and Assessment.

Emilie is a seasoned professional with experience working for the World Bank and non-governmental organizations on knowledge management, communications and community management.

Capitalizing on her experience in the non-profit and for-profit sectors, Linda supports our partners and helps us strengthen our internal organization in the areas of HR, Communications and Finance.

Driven by her passion for research and purpose, Lian helps mission-driven organizations identify new funding opportunities and collect relevant data.

Driven by her interest for economics and data-collection and -sharing, Ilse led the very first HVFC Trends Research on Fundraising whose findings have already benefited hundreds of professionals worldwide.

Tirza’s eye for details makes her a great ally when it comes to spotting relevant donors and fundraising opportunities for non-profit organizations, as well as academic and cultural entities.

Karla’s drive in the development sector has its roots in her upbringing in Latin America. She is a well-rounded professional with more than 10 years of experience in MEL, fundraising and NGO’s capacity building.

With 15+ years of experience, Kristine has an extensive professional toolbox that includes fundraising, programming (civic space, rights-based approach, gender and community mobilization), advocacy, partnership engagement, organizational development and learning.

Sub-recipient management and navigating the rules and regulations of USAID form an integral part of Mischa’s expertise, along with compliance with donor- and project requirements, and capacity strengthening.

William is HVFC’s local representative in the United Kingdom. He is an International Development Consultant with 15+ years of experience in the sector from a diverse range of organisations. Prior to HVFC, his positions included CEO of a UK charity, Project Development Manager at an International NGO, and Training Officer for a UN agency.

With 20+ years of experience in managing programs/projects at a global, regional, and national level for international organizations, in both Global North and South, Lucy is an expert in proposal writing, strategy development, and partnerships formation.