60Ramses Meijer (ramses-meijer)
Joined 2 months ago from Charlotte, NC, United States
Ramses "Rams" Meijer has established a formidable reputation as a leader in both the fintech and travel industries, demonstrating a comprehensive command over large-scale operations and online technology sectors, including product management, marketing, sales, analytics, and overall business development. His leadership skills have been efficient in steering large, diverse teams through rapid growth phases and strategic overhauls, ensuring both swift and sustainable success in highly competitive markets.
In his latest venture, Meijer has channeled his vast array of skills into WerkMagic, a full-service property management, marketing, and consulting firm based in North Carolina, explicitly tailored to the needs of short-term rental owners as the founder and CEO, his strategic vision focuses on utilizing his deep understanding of sales strategies, people management, and the dynamics of online marketplaces to propel WerkMagic toward becoming a leader in the industry.
Meijer's roots in the hotel industry provided a strong foundation for his later successes. Over fourteen years, he crafted his expertise at several high-profile hotels, including roles such as Senior Sales Manager at the InterContinental iDC and Chicagoago and Director of Saand marketing at The Langham Hotel Chicago. These experiences sharpened his skills in sales leadership and strategic market engagement, which have been pivotal in his entrepreneurial journey.
Originally from Doetinchem, The Netherlands, Meijer moved to the United States in 1999 to advance his education in hospitality management at NHL Stenden Hotel Management School. This was followed by a crucial internship at the Ritz-Carlton Company, where he received numerous accolades. Fluent in English, Dutch, and German, his international experience has greatly enriched his professional and personal life, making him a versatile and cultured leader.
Family is central to Ramses's life. He is happily married to April, with whom he has a daughter, Maxime, and two dogs, Riley and Remy. He is deeply involved in his daughter's academic and athletic pursuits, actively coaching her YMCA volleyball and soccer teams. The family treasures their time together, enjoying global travels, nature excursions in the Carolina Mountains, and annual ski trips to Utah and Colorado.
A genuine sports enthusiast, Meijer grew up playing soccer in the Netherlands and continued the sport until his mid-thirties. His passion for sports later evolved into marathon running and participating in triathlons, including completing the Chicago and Las Vegas marathons, as well as the Louisville Ironman. Recently, he has taken up tennis and pickleball, participating in local leagues in Charlotte.
Beyond his professional pursuits and sporting activities, Ramses Meijer is also skilled with hands-on projects around the home, recently completing several ambitious DIY tasks, including building a large composite deck and renovating his laundry room. His commitment to the community is evident through his volunteer work with local organizations such as the YMCA and food pantries, as well as through the philanthropic efforts he and his family undertake to support various charities each year.