About Rick van Echtelt
Rick van Echtelt is the Co-Founder and CEO of AG5, where he leverages over two decades of experience in entrepreneurship and developing skills management software. Passionate about innovation and creating new business models, Rick thrives on empowering his team to achieve their full potential. He played a pivotal role in establishing the first skills matrix software for the Dutch safety regions, demonstrating his ability to merge technology with critical public services while ensuring seamless and impactful implementation.
Prior to founding AG5, Rick established N200, where he honed his skills in the software sector and gained invaluable experience in strategic business growth. He now uses that expertise to guide AG5 Skills Management Software toward industry leadership by developing cutting-edge solutions for skills and compliance management.
Rick holds an academic background in Business and Economics from Nyenrode Business University and Inholland University of Applied Sciences. His solid educational foundation complements his extensive professional acumen.
Beyond leading the AG5 team, Rick is a dedicated advocate for tech-driven social initiatives that drive positive change. He enjoys exploring emerging technological trends, fostering innovative thinking within his network, and advocating for solutions that combine technological advancement with meaningful societal impact.
146 articles published by this author
Closing the skills gap in modern assembly line operations
In this article, we’ll take a look at the skills gap in modern assembly line operations, factors that...
05.10.2023 | 5 min read
The EU pay transparency directive: What you need to know
The new EU pay transparency directive will start in 2026, but the preparation for it has already begun....
28.09.2023 | 5 min read
Why skills-based hiring for deskless workers sets your organization up for success
What exactly is skills-based hiring? We’ll take a look at the strategy, methods for its implementation, and examine...
21.09.2023 | 3 min read
Why an employee-first mindset is critical for employee retention
We’ll take a look at several ways that an employee-first mindset can help boost employee retention – among...
15.09.2023 | 4 min read
Deskless workers: Who they are, why they matter, and how to keep them happy
In this article we discuss the importance of deskless workers who make up 80% of the global workforce,...
31.08.2023 | 4 min read
Get SMART: How a 40-year-old goal-setting framework can help you achieve skills management success
In this article we explore how the SMART framework revolutionizes skills management by guiding the development of precise,...
24.08.2023 | 3 min read
Conducting a competency gap analysis: Tips, tricks, and best practices
In this article, we will discuss how you can conduct a competency gap analysis, as well as share...
07.08.2023 | 4 min read
Top 5 ways to upskill your workforce
In this article we discuss key strategies to enhance workforce skills, including diverse training methods and continuous learning...
03.08.2023 | 3 min read
Leveraging skills management software features for upskilling strategies
In this article we explain how skills management software is essential in modern workplaces for adapting employee skills...
01.08.2023 | 4 min read