Insights from Those Who’ve Been in the Race
Success in business, like in racing, isn’t just about speed—it’s about strategy, precision, and the right team behind you.
What They Say About Joost
In The Paddock, you’ll find first-hand experiences from the professionals who have been in the race with Joost. These are the people who have seen his leadership, sales expertise, and strategic execution in action—whether scaling SaaS revenue, optimizing GTM strategies, or leading high-performance teams across EMEA and APAC.
Board Member
Building Success with Strategy, Culture, and Leadership
“I had the pleasure of working with Joost for almost 10 years at Jitterbit. He built the EMEA region from a handful of folks to a large region of talented professionals.
The region always delivered on the targets and produced some of the best growth in the business with very strategic clients, impressive expansion and low churn results.
He built a great culture based on transparency and respect which inspired the team to charge the hill every day which yielded some of the highest employee satisfaction ratings. He has impressive sales DNA which made him a great mentor to the sales team. I will always be grateful for the excellent contributions that he made to the business and I endorse, recommend, and welcome the opportunity to work with him again.”
Technology Executive
A Visionary Leader with Rare Business Acumen
“Joost was a counterpart in EMEA for 5 years at Jitterbit Inc. He is a people person, solid leader with very deep content knowledge.
His knowledge was not just at a feature and function level but also the commercial processes to take innovative products to market. He picked trends, ideal customer profiles, and closed value-added services to meet strong fulfilment of customer use cases.
His understanding of how business process, marketing and activities directly impact P&L is rare. It was evident he was always looking forward to the pipe, conversion rates, and resources to align with the plan’s achievement.
I would highly endorse, recommend, and welcome the opportunity to work with him again.”
Steve Sichtman
Country Manager Benelux at Yokoy.io
High-Performance Leadership with Heart
“I had the pleasure of working closely with Joost de Bot for 5 years during my time at Jitterbit, and I can confidently say that his leadership has been nothing short of exceptional. Joost’s ability to balance strategic vision with a deeply human approach to management is what sets him apart. His leadership style created a high-performance culture that was not only focused on results but also on fostering an environment where everyone could thrive.
Joost’s talent for strategizing towards rapid growth was a key driver in our region’s success, and it was truly rewarding to work alongside him as we consistently achieved the highest growth ratios within Jitterbit. His clear direction and collaborative nature made every initiative feel achievable, and he ensured that we all had the tools and support needed to succeed.
As Joost extended his leadership from EMEA to APAC, he seamlessly managed this transition, expanding his influence while maintaining the same high standards of excellence. The changes we drove together across regions were handled with precision, and the experience was both challenging and immensely rewarding.
Joost is an outstanding leader who combines strategic acumen with genuine care for his team, and it has been a privilege to work with him. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a leader who drives results while cultivating an inspiring and supportive work culture.“
Simon Peel
GTM Value Creation Expert | Positioning Guru | Award-winning CMO
Joost: A Strategic, High-Impact Leader Who Delivers Results
“I had the privilege of working closely with Joost during his tenure as Vice President & General Manager EMEA, while I served as CMO. Joost is an exceptional leader and a true performer who consistently delivers results. His focus on driving growth and building high-performance teams sets him apart as a strategic and impactful leader that teams love to follow.
Joost’s integrity is second to none—he prides himself on following through on his commitments, ensuring that his word is as reliable as his actions. Collaborating with him was always a pleasure; his professionalism, insight, and ability to inspire those around him created an environment where people could thrive.
I recommend Joost to anyone seeking a leader who combines strategic vision with operational excellence. He is truly an asset to any organization fortunate enough to have him on board.”