John Van Tessel

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Boardwave

Dec 2025 - Current (9 months)

Member of Boardwave, the Software C-Level Network community

Founding Member

Winning by Design Growth Institute

Dec 2025 - Current (9 months)

The Growth Institute is an executive community built by Winning by Design for senior leaders who want to move beyond tactics and design systems that scale. It brings together C-suite executives and growth leaders who are rethinking how growth actually works in the age of AI. Operator-led cohorts. Board-level thinking. Real-world case studies. Proven frameworks like Revenue Architecture and Growth Architecture. This is where executives learn to build systems-based growth, not people-dependent chaos

Chief Executive Officer

Spacewell

Mar 2025 - Current (1 year 6 months)

Leading Spacewell through its next growth phase. Building an AI-driven SaaS company, focused on scale, speed and sustainable growth. Complex, ambitious, and incredibly exciting. Spacewell builds AI-driven SaaS solutions that help organizations manage Workplaces, Assets and Energy more intelligently. We turn data into actionable insights to improve efficiency, sustainability and decision-making. Enabling customers to operate smarter, faster and at scale.

Director of Global Sales

Cenosco

Mar 2023 - Feb 2025 (2 years)

Cenosco brings the digital revolution to asset integrity management. Our simple-to-use and fast-performing solutions are reducing risks and improving productivity for businesses all over the world. Our cloud-based platform delivers the smart and sustainable approach to maximizing asset productivity and instrumentation safety. Drive and scale ARR Growth, Managing the Cenosco Global Sales Organization (including Channel, Pre-Sales, Sales Operations and Customer Success) and Leadership Team Member.

Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

Crystal Intelligence

Apr 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year)

Crystal Blockchain provides advanced AML solutions (SaaS), offering real-time monitoring and analysis of cryptocurrency transactions. Our platform ensures compliance with global regulations, helping businesses detect suspicious activities and mitigate financial risks within the crypto space. Scaling Global ARR growth, executing the Global GTM and building the International Sales and Customer Success Teams. Fundraising to generate further International Expansion.

Vice President EMEA

Accruent

Jan 2018 - Apr 2022 (4 years 4 months)

Accruent is building a more connected future where people, systems, and data work synergistically to drive informed decision-making, operational excellence, and business growth. As the world’s leading provider of workplace and asset management software for unifying the built environment, Accruent SaaS solutions deliver not only the promised results but also illuminate possibilities you couldn’t see before. Coupled with deep industry expertise and world-class professional services, companies can depend on Accruent to help maximize the investments in people, assets, and facilities. During my time at Accruent I have been managing and scaling the Accruent overall EMEA business including the supporting functions. Member of the International Lea

Director of Global Accounts

Accruent

Nov 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Director of Global Accounts Oil & Gas

SAS

Jan 2012 - Oct 2015 (3 years 10 months)

SAS Institute Inc. operates as a business analytics software and service company. The Company provides software applications including business intelligence, data integration, fraud management, financial intelligence, and IT management. SAS Institute operates worldwide. - Driving and Scaling ARR growth and Managing the Global Shell Account Team with P&L responsibility.

Global Account Director Royal Dutch Shell

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years 1 month)

HP Software delivers a range of enterprise solutions designed to optimize IT performance, enhance security, and improve operational efficiency. With products spanning IT management, automation, security, and big data analytics, HP Software helps organizations drive digital transformation and meet evolving business challenges. Scaling and driving the Global Software Business (ARR/Perpetual/Services) at Shell, Managing the Global Shell Sales Team and reporting into the SVP Global Accounts of HP.

Sr.AE Manufacturing & High Tech, Manager Business Objects Portfolio Industries Unit

SAP

Jan 2007 - Jan 2010 (3 years 1 month)

SAP is a global leader in enterprise software solutions, offering integrated systems for managing business operations and customer relations. Its solutions cover areas like ERP, supply chain, finance, and human resources, empowering organizations to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and foster innovation in the digital economy Growing and Scaling the Hi-Tech and Construction Business in The Netherlands as well as the Business Objects (Analytics/BI Solutions) in the Portfolio Industries (Named Enterprise Accounts)

Country Manager BeNeLux

Longview Europe GmbH formerly arcplan Information Services GmbH

Jun 2006 - Jun 2007 (1 year 1 month)

Arcplan was a leading provider of business intelligence and analytics solutions, helping organizations make data-driven decisions through customizable reporting and dashboard tools. Known for its flexibility and ease of integration, Arcplan supported enhanced performance management before being acquired by Longview Solutions. Building and Scaling the business in The Netherlands by opening the first office and eployment of a complete team such as Business Development and Marketing.

Sales & Marketing Director

NOAD

Jan 2004 - May 2006 (2 years 5 months)

Noad Business Intelligence was a pioneer in version control and management solutions for business intelligence environments. Its software focused on streamlining the development, deployment, and governance of BI content, ensuring data consistency and compliance. Noad's solutions helped organizations efficiently manage complex BI projects before being integrated into larger platforms. Driving Revenue Growth as the Sales & Marketing Director for our Direct Business.

Sr.Account Manager Major Accounts

SAP BusinessObjects

Jan 1999 - Jan 2004 (5 years 1 month)

Business Objects was a leading provider of business intelligence (BI) software, offering powerful tools for reporting, data visualization, and analytics. The company's solutions empowered organizations to turn data into actionable insights, enabling better decision-making. Known for its user-friendly interface and robust analytics capabilities, Business Objects played a key role in shaping the BI industry before being acquired by SAP in 2007. Senior Account Executive with focus on Large Named Accounts.

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