About Us
Visser Visible Communication was founded by Hermen Visser in 2011. Since then, Hermen has built a growing team of dedicated freelance specialists. As a collective, we provide a well-attuned set of interdisciplinary expertise, precisely what’s needed to guide our clients to their best possible performance during those crucial, high-stakes academic communication moments.
Over the years, our experience has consistently shown that truly successful communication hinges on the seamless integration of three key components: strategy, effective means, and confident delivery. Our comprehensive range of services – from specialized in-company workshops to intensive one-on-one grant interview trajectories – is meticulously designed to follow this very route. Our diverse team holds the specific expertise required for each critical stage of your communication journey.
Our Specialized Team & Expertise
Here’s a brief overview of our team members and their unique contributions to your success:
Strategy and Storyline
Hermen Visser, Hayley Bagnall and Deborah Abrahams help clients develop a winning strategy and translate it into a compelling storyline for presentations, research proposals, and other communications.
Communication Means
The next crucial stage involves developing the impactful communication tools that support your strategy and story. Our talented designers, Elena Milani and Ilaria Gioli, excel at creating convincing slide decks that transmit your ideas authentically and persuasively. Ilaria also specializes in designing the vital illustrations needed to visualize complex messages.
For clients preparing for online interviews (primarily at ERC), Marjolein Stoop provides expert support to optimize their virtual presence. She offers tailored advice on elements like lighting, sound, background, and even clothing, ensuring you look and sound your best in an online setting.
Delivery
Academics preparing for critical oral communication moments – such as grant and job interviews, keynotes, and inaugural lectures – work closely with our experienced coaches: Esther van der Voort, Keetie Sijm (focused on NWO/The Netherlands), Olga Gajewska, and Anna Lampart (specializing in ERC). They empower clients by addressing nervousness, optimizing voice use, refining body language, and mastering the art of confidently answering questions.
Workshops
Our team also provides highly practical, recurring workshops related to academic communication. These workshops are led by Hermen Visser in collaboration with our expert co-trainers. Marten van der Meulen, Bouwe van Straten, and Elena Milani participate as trainers in our workshop Academic Outreach. The workshop Blogging About Your Research is co-hosted by Willemien Groot. And finally, the workshop Online Presenting Skills is a collaboration with Kick Moors.
Office Support
Our entire team of dedicated specialists is seamlessly supported by the exceptional organizational talent of Margot Ent, who manages the company’s day-to-day operations. Financial matters are expertly handled by Diana Kremer, who helps us navigate the academic financial bureaucracy.
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