Our Team
Tim van Dam - General Manager
During my career in ICT, I have always had a passion for the social aspect of technology. With Changefied, we want to emphasize the positive social impact of technology, with a particular focus on virtual reality (VR) and gamification.
It's fantastic to see that with innovative and creative solutions, we can teach people who were previously on the sidelines, the skills they need to fully participate in society. At Changefied, we are constantly searching for new opportunities to share our knowledge with those in need. For us, professional success is inseparable from social engagement and the ambition for a truly inclusive society.
Patricia Groenewegen - Projectmanager
With a background in education, I have always had a passion for making a difference for people facing challenges in our society. The combination of pursuing that passion and contributing to innovating the field of education is what makes my work at Changefied so enjoyable.
When we started developing Virtual PT in 2020, our motivation was to increase the independence of students with psychosocial issues such as autism or mild intellectual disabilities by assisting them in learning to travel independently on public transportation. Every day, I enjoy hearing stories from this target group that underscore that we are indeed achieving that goal now!
Erik ter Wee - Lead Software Engineer
During my study period, I had the opportunity to be part of the development of a new serious game. Still figuring out exactly what I wanted to do with my skills, the opportunity to truly make a difference for people was very appealing. As a team, we became the heart of Virtual PT. When the opportunity arose to further develop this into an independent business, we enthusiastically embraced it.
Now, as a Bachelor of Science, co-owner, and co-Lead Software Engineer, I am very proud that we have been able to grow that heart and our ambition into Changefied. It is very satisfying to see that our efforts have truly influenced lives. I look forward to continuing that every day.
Erik Welling - Lead Software Engineer
I was still in the midst of my bachelor's degree in Game Technology when I was asked to participate in the development of Virtual PT. For me, serious gaming turned out to be the perfect intersection between game development and traditional software creation. It allows me to work with all the aspects that make game development enjoyable while also enabling us to have a real impact on society and vulnerable demographics.
In July 2023, we branched out independently. Witnessing our young company grow fills me with energy, and it's exciting to see the potential both for Changefied and for the individuals we can assist with it.
By now, I have completed my master's thesis and am nearing the completion of the master's program in Game & Media Technology. I am ready to dedicate myself even more intensely to the development of our solutions.
Thomas Korver - 3D Modeler
I was looking for a job in the 3D world, where I could express my passion for modeling and animation design. In the newspaper, I read about Virtual PT and found it immediately very interesting. Especially the educational aspect of this game appealed to me greatly. I sent an open application to Tim. There wasn't an immediate opening for me, but I was so motivated that I kept in touch.
Now, I've been the 3D modeler for all games at Changefied for a while. I'm extremely happy about that! The best part of my work is that it's very diverse, and I can contribute in all aspects of the projects. This gives me great opportunities to further develop myself.
Danique Wittenbernds - Marketeer
My job at Changefied gives me the opportunity to explore what I enjoy and where I want to further develop myself. Social media and marketing have caught my interest, there's still a lot to learn in that field, and I can grow comfortably in it. What's exciting about this is that you have to keep up with the times. Things change rapidly online.
As someone with autism, I can provide input to colleagues on what's necessary to provide people with autism with the right information.