Meet the team
Every team member contributes to the success and satisfaction of our clients. Meet our team and discover their roles and expertise within iqbi.
The people behind iqbi

Klaas Nijssen
Co-Founder & CEO
A driven data scientist with a keen eye for detail, Klaas identified a niche in the market during his time at energy supplier IKEHU and founded iqbi. His vision: to make the real estate market more sustainable by making ESG data accessible.

Frits Looyé
Co-Founder
Former customer service director at Nuon and current director of IKEHU, Frits is a co-founder of iqbi. His extensive background in the energy sector equips him to answer any energy-related question.

Christien Kuiper
Partner & HR Manager
Christien began her career as a first-class flight attendant on the upper deck of a 747, followed by years as an interim manager successfully extinguishing organisational fires. A unique combination she now puts to ultimate use as HR Manager at iqbi.

Gayana Helder
Chief Operating Officer
With a proven track record at Dell, DTG, and IWG, Gayana is the driving force behind operational excellence and growth here at iqbi. She specialises in building high-performing teams that don’t just deliver exceptional results, but also champion an engaged company culture. Above all, Gayana is passionately committed to putting the customer experience at the heart of everything we do.

Rino Stevens
Director of Operations
With experience in digital innovation, Rino has successfully led multiple data-driven projects. His strategic thinking and ability to translate opportunities into action ensure smooth processes and maximum value for iqbi and its clients.

Svenja Sachse-Eisner
Sales & Partnerships Manager DACH
With a Bachelor of Law and more than 12 years of sales experience, Svenja brings a hands-on, client-focused approach and a true passion for real estate and sustainability. She's eager to grow iqbi's presence in the DACH market.

María Baselga
Account Executive
Maria brings in-depth knowledge of the Spanish real estate sector, combined with previous experience in sales, enabling her to quickly identify client needs and provide the right solutions.

Pauline Sillinger
Project Manager
Pauline holds a bachelor's in Sociology and a master's in Science and Technology Studies. She blends her knowledge of political practices in sustainability with her background in real estate, bringing both insight and hands-on experience.

Vincent Helderman
Senior Project Manager
With a Bachelor's in International Business Administration and a Master's in Marketing focused on data strategy, Vincent brings expertise in data analysis and strategic decision-making to manage projects effectively.
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Anttón Ugarteburu Amérigo
Project Manager
With a background in Economics and experience managing AI-related projects, Anttón combines analytical thinking with a strong interest in sustainability. His proactive mindset and collaborative approach help drive impactful projects at iqbi.

Tijn Steensma
Data Lead
Tijn holds a bachelor's in Science, Business, and Innovation and has a diverse background including marine conservation and tax advisory. He now applies his expertise at iqbi as Data Lead.

Timothy Fong
Data Scientist
With a bachelor's in Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation and a master's in Data Science and Society in progress, Timothy's analytical skills support the data team in translating data into valuable insights for clients.

Yannick Soepnel
Data Engineer Lead
With a Bachelor in Computer Science and a Master in Data Science, Yannick combines technical skill with analytical expertise. He focuses on building robust, scalable data systems from the ground up.

Oğuzhan Gür
Senior Data Engineer
With experience building scalable data platforms across different sectors, Oğuzhan creates software that ensures data at iqbi is always available and meets quality standards.

Daniel Ruaro
Senior Software Developer
A senior full-stack developer with 8 years of experience, Daniel focuses on building scalable, cloud-based solutions with high standards for code quality and performance.

David Kramer
Full-Stack Developer
With a Bachelor's and Master's in Computer Engineering, David brings exceptional technical versatility — from front-end development to data engineering — turning complex challenges into scalable solutions.

Krzysztof Wiesniakowski
Junior Data Engineer
With a strong technical background in data science, machine learning, and software development, Krzysztof helps build scalable, trustworthy data pipelines and intelligent, future-proof solutions.
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Valentijn Backers
Finance Administrator
Valentijn Backers has an educational background in Economics and Business Economics and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Strategic Management. He combines strong analytical skills with extensive experience in financial administration. His financial knowledge brings financial clarity and strategic insights that drive sustainable business growth.

Anne-Merijn Schroevers
Finance Administrator
Anne-Merijn Schroevers has a long career in various areas of finance. With her extensive experience, the challenge is to create financial stability with this young, ambitious team.

Yasaman Shams
Data Analyst
Yasaman Shams is currently working on her Master’s thesis at iqbi, supported by her academic background in Architecture and Building Technology. Her presence on the team strengthens our technical approach to building data, helping us translate complex information into practical results.

Helena Sykulska
B2B Marketer
Helena Sykulska, currently studying media and communication, brings a fresh and intuitive perspective to B2B marketing at iqbi. Alongside her academic background, she has built hands-on experience through managing her own social media platforms, where she developed a strong understanding of audience engagement, content strategy, and digital trends. At iqbi, she translates complex data-driven solutions into clear, compelling narratives.

Lou
Chief Happiness Officer
Lou joined iqbi from day one with a single mission: to keep morale high and the office atmosphere warm. With an unmatched ability to detect when someone needs a break and a door-always-open policy, Lou ensures that no one at iqbi ever feels alone in the data trenches.
Interested in joining us?
We're hiring across the team. Browse the roles below or send a speculative application.
