The story of Jasmien Verschueren
The story of Jasmien Verschueren
How stakeholder management became a gamechanger
'A successful project starts with trust,' says Jasmien, spatial planning expert at Witteveen+Bos. 'And trust starts with listening.' She knows what she’s talking about. Jasmien manages complex processes where stakeholders often have conflicting interests. That’s why she enrolled in a mediation course, alongside her job. Earlier this year, she graduated with distinction.
From spatial expert to connector
'A successful project starts with trust,' says Jasmien, spatial planning expert at Witteveen+Bos. 'And trust starts with listening.' She knows what she’s talking about. Jasmien manages complex processes where stakeholders often have conflicting interests. That’s why she enrolled in a mediation course, alongside her job. Earlier this year, she graduated with distinction.
Prevent friction by starting the dialogue early
Her biggest takeaway? Stakeholder management should begin long before conflicts arise. “The sooner you engage everyone involved, the better the cooperation – and the stronger the results.” Jasmien combines empathy with deep content expertise. That’s what sets her apart: she brings people together, while never losing sight of the technical backbone.
Making stakeholder engagement part of every project
At Witteveen+Bos, we don’t treat stakeholder management as optional. It’s embedded in our way of working. We actively map interests, guide dialogue and facilitate alignment between residents, governments and project partners. Because the real innovation isn’t just technical – it’s relational.
A well-managed process brings more than peace of mind. It enriches the design, speeds up implementation and avoids costly delays. And perhaps most importantly: it builds trust. Our clients see the results – and so do their stakeholders. Early connection means better outcomes, every time.
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