Meet our male colleagues

Colleague Sam van de Ven

Job title: Marketing Intelligence Analist

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started at My Jewellery on 14th March 2023.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?

First off, I have very positive experiences of working at young & vibrant companies such as My Jewellery. What really impresses me is the speed at which decisions are made, so instead of having to go through multiple management layers, input from colleagues is actually taken seriously and implemented where appropriate here. I appreciate working for a company that really enables you to make a difference & where your input is genuinely appreciated.

What’s it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?

Of course there’s more women than men here, and at first that feels quite obvious but you get used to it so quickly! Personally, I’ve not had any issues working for a company that has a female majority, and my own team is a perfect 50/50 split which creates a very balanced work environment.

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:

Our day usually starts with a quick stand-up in which we discuss who’s working on what and who might need a hand with their tasks. After that I’ll start analysing market data, such as managing, checking and optimising the marketing dashboard, creating marketing attribution models and implementing causal impact analysis & experimental data-analysis.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

My role is quite complex so I’m constantly presented with new challenges, and encouraged to continue to improve my skills, all of which makes my job so interesting. In addition, I really appreciate the positivity within the company and my team, as I value being serious in my job as well as having fun with my colleagues. In short, this position gives me the perfect balance between seriousness and fun. 

Colleague Thijs Keusters

Job title: Marketing & Customer Analytics

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started at My Jewellery 1st November 2022.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?

When I first got to My Jewellery, I was excited about the combination of friendliness and ambition I was met with, including lots of nice colleagues who genuinely care. Also, there’s loads of space for initiative and growth and you’re always encouraged to come up with new ideas, which I love.

What’s it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?

I really enjoy working at My Jewellery. It’s a young and ambitious company where everyone really goes for it and we’re all given the opportunity to think outside the box. Most of the time you don’t even notice most of the employees are female, that is until the topic of our products comes up, I’ve learnt many new terms already: ear stack, belly chain etc. The jewellery world has certainly become a lot less of a mystery! The fact I have less affinity with the products also makes it easier to analyse the results objectively.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

As I work on a wide range of topics it can be quite challenging, which allows me to continue to develop my skills. I also feel like the work I do makes a real difference within the company.

Colleague Nick Walhout
Job title: Product Owner

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started in May 2022.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
At the time I chose My Jewellery because it was used as an example in the e-commerce landscape a lot. The business was really growing and making the step from start-up to scale-up, furthermore, the story and vision of My Jewellery convinced me to come and work here.

What’s it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?

I don’t think there’s a difference with other companies, it’s a young and ambitious company with a great overall atmosphere.

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:

I make sure the ecommerce platform stays stable & am the main point of contact for website issues. I work closely with all the other departments to address their wishes to improve our platform for our customers.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Every day presents a new set of challenges. The ecommerce landscape is changing rapidly so as a team we have to adjust to them as quickly as we can.

Colleague Thom Timmer
Job title: Business Development Manager

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started in July 2021.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
I was really motivated by the idea of working for a next generation brand like My Jewellery (with a really strong focus on Instagram and TikTok) and helping them become successful internationally. The positive vibes at My Jewellery were another deciding factor for me. 

What is it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?
I really enjoy working at a company with so many women. I’m kind of used to it, because I have a son and two daughters at home, so I guess I’m in the minority there too. I imagine working for My Jewellery as a woman is just as pleasant: there’s a really nice atmosphere here and Sharon has really inspired a  ‘we’re in it together, girl power’ vibe. When you look at it, a lot of men work in the fashion industry, so I don’t think it matters much if you’re a man or a woman. Of course, I have noticed that I’m not quite as invested in the product as many of my female colleagues, but I hope I compensate for that in other areas. Like following the daily Instagram and TikTok trends. 

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:
Meetings with the sales team, other departments and our retail partners, to discuss orders/deliveries, results and future collections/plans. Besides that I have been very busy putting the right internal and external people in place to properly put My Jewellery on the map in the rest of Europe. In the future this will also mean quite a lot of foreign travel for me.

What do you enjoy most about your job?
I really enjoy the fast and constant changes, and the opportunity to think big (the sky's the limit) But I also really enjoy the positive energy at My Jewellery and my inspiring colleagues. Oh...and I mustn’t forget the delicious fresh sandwiches in our canteen, yum!

Colleague Muhammet Alkan
Job title: Test Engineer

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started 11th October 2023.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
The company's focus on creativity and quality aligns with my career goals, making it an ideal workplace for me.

What is it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?
The company values diversity and promotes a positive work environment where everyone's contributions are respected and appreciated regardless of gender.

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:
I enjoy the dynamic and collaborative atmosphere, which keeps me motivated throughout the day.

What do you enjoy most about your job?
Working with a passionate team, and the supportive work environment adds to the enjoyment of my role.

Colleague Maarten Bos
Job title: Digital lead

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started in July 2021.

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
Because it’s a great company with a real sense of entrepreneurship! My Jewellery has grand plans for expansion, and that really appeals to me! 

What is it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?
It took some getting used to, because in the past I’ve worked at companies with a lot of men. But, I soon realised that working with women is a lot nicer. Men prefer to have the last word and tend to show macho behaviour, but other than that there’s not much of a difference. In the end, it’s all about how you do your job and the passion you have for what you do! 

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:
I start with a standup meeting with our web builders, then determine our priorities, and I inform and involve colleagues about/in  (new) projects. I also make future plans for our new e-commerce landscape, which we’re planning on making even better than it currently is. We want to become even more relevant to our target audience and expand into Europe. 

What do you enjoy most about your work?
You can really make a difference here, and think about how to improve various parts, projects and processes! The funny thing is I don’t even see it as a job. Together we do a lot of cool things and we share a passion for the job. Everyone really goes for it! 

Colleague Joren Wouters
Job title: Data Analyst

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started in September 2020. 

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
Because it’s a fast growing company with a large data team that I can learn a lot from! I also responded to the idea that you can set up your own projects within the company and take them to the finish line. The fact the HQ is in Den Bosch where I live is a handy bonus. 

What is it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?
I love working at My Jewellery. I feel really at home here. I think the biggest difference between the men and women, is that the men don’t go to the sample sale. Men have less affinity for the products. While women can get really excited by fashion and jewellery, us men couldn’t really care less.

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:
As a data analyst I provide other departments with the right data insights so they can use those to base decisions on.This happens with a lot of different types of data and many different departments. For instance, we’ll help customer service by clarifying how many customer questions come in via which channels, and we’ll help Retail with setting up customer satisfaction surveys for the boutiques. All in all very varied, which makes it fun!  

What do you enjoy most about your work?
I love analysing data, gathering insights from that data and brainstorming the business. What I love about My Jewellery as a business is the openness within the company, you can literally walk into any department and have a chat with everyone. 

Colleague Donne Napo
Job title: Software engineer

When did you start at My Jewellery?
I started in October 2021. 

Why did you choose My Jewellery?
 I was looking for a job at which I could focus on personal development and where I’d be able to work with modern techniques. During my interviews with My Jewellery I got the sense that this was a great company where I’d also be able to work with my favourite tools. 

What is it like to work at My Jewellery (as a man)?
For me the most obvious difference compared to previous jobs is definitely the creative element at My Jewellery. As soon as you walk into the office building you can tell they put real thought into the design and interior, which is to be expected of a fashion company. The My Jewellery collection is mostly targeted at women, so I can imagine the women at the company feel more affinity for the business of the company than the average man.  

Describe your typical day at  My Jewellery:
My tasks mostly include improving the existing applications and developing new functionalities. Besides that I also have daily meetings with colleagues and sometimes I’ll help out with some issues.

What do you enjoy most about your work?
My Jewellery has been growing really quickly which brings with it some challenges in terms of software. Our group of developers is relatively small, so it requires a lot of independence and responsibility. This means it’s the ideal environment for me to improve in various areas. The atmosphere and colleagues are also very nice, which is an added bonus.