Pitch Best Young M&A Advisor 2021: Maurits Odekerken, Capitalmind
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Company: Capitalmind
Job Description: Senior Associate M&A
Age: 29
What are the specialties of this talent?
A team-player that always prioritizes the clients’ interests. He loves making deals day and night. Although every deal process, client and approach is different Maurits as a dealmaker is always present and focused. Maurits knows that timing is everything, he adjusts to the right rhythm and tempo of the deal process. Maurits has strong analytical strengths and problem solving skills regarding the financial part of Mergers and Acquisitions process as well, he always maintains the overview to see the bigger picture and to finalize processes while satisfying the interests of all stakeholders.
How does the talent distinguish itself from its peers?
His work ethic and dedication for Capitalmind is admirable. Always hardworking and ready to help everyone out. He is a go-getter when a deadline is approaching and will always deliver high quality work. He is a young, ambitious, hardworking colleague. He owns a unique skill set that makes him a well-rounded dealmaker. He tackles issues with a wide perspective and is able to formulate problem resolution options. Over the years he gathered a lot of experience by working with and under people with various personality types and because of this he is able to understand and work with different work styles- which helps him in team projects as well as when he is work on projects independently.
What impact does the talent have within the organization?
He always makes sure everybody feels comfortable with each other. He creates value for the organization and clients, by having the right approach in every scenario. He helps colleagues to feel engaged and motivated, allowing everyone to work in the direction of the company’s business goals, which in turn, increases client satisfaction and overall performance.
What impact does the talent have outside the organization?
Outside the organization Maurits engages in a lot of social activities to stay in touch with his beloved ones. He likes socializing with his girlfriend / family / friends, and playing golf, tennis and board games. He also playing with his puppy Maltie (a maltipoo dog).
To what extent does the talent make the difference to clients?
Maurits is a smart dealmaker that can adapt quickly to the situation.. He knows how to approach difficult situations with potential counterparties and when to stand firm. He makes the difference by always having a clear communication towards clients, assisting parties and also within Capitalmind itself. He always enjoys to learn new things and is always look for new learning opportunities to improve his working style.
Why does the talent deserve this nomination?
Maurits is a Mergers and Acquisitions dealmaker by heart and will make sure every deal ends up being smoothly executed. Maurits closed 5 deals this year already, and is on track to close two more deals this year. He excels in anticipating the client’s needs. He is irreplaceable as a senior associate at Capitalmind and he really deserves this award. Maurits is the ultimate team player and dealmaker and definitely deserves this award.
