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Growth in the cycling industry, with a commercial heart

I help bicycle manufacturers, retailers and B2B mobility companies grow through strategic advice, hands-on project management and a strong network.

Johannes de Bruin leaning on his mountain bike on a forest lane in autumn
Experience gained at JUIZZFynch MobilityOneway BikeFietsvoordeelshopOnleapp

How I help

A sharp commercial course and the right people to execute it: that is usually what growing cycling companies need.

Strategic advice and market insight

Navigating a changing e-mobility market. I help you sharpen your B2B proposition, business model and market strategy.

Hands-on project management

From concept to result. I lead complex projects, B2B tenders, retail concept roll-outs and B2B integrations.

Partnerships and network

Access to key players across the chain. I quickly bring in the right partners to accelerate growth and collaboration.

We can work together through an advisory or board role, an interim commercial lead role or a defined project. See how that works, or read more about my specialism in business cycling mobility.

Cases

A few assignments I am proud of.

Role: General Manager

JUIZZ grows from 4 to 10 stores

The first Dutch e-bike chain had a new owner and needed to grow. Through acquisitions of existing bike shops, a new brand identity and a bigger team, JUIZZ grew to 10 stores across the Netherlands.

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Role: tender lead

Speed pedelecs for the Dutch police

Hundreds of bikes and years of maintenance: a tender that asked for more than a good product. With Riese & Müller as subcontractor, JUIZZ won the contract.

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Role: B2B sales manager

Partnerships with ANWB, PostNL and Coolblue

For business riders, a bike must never stand still. With its own service plan, JUIZZ Zakelijk won partnerships with three big names.

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Portrait of Johannes de Bruin in an autumn forest

About me

My first job, in 1995, was in a bike shop in Zeist. More than thirty years later I am still in the cycling industry, and that is no coincidence.

I worked in the cycling industry as an international account manager for several companies, built partnerships with ANWB, PostNL and Coolblue at JUIZZ, led the e-bike chain as General Manager and was commercial manager at Fynch Mobility. Today I help Upway build the Dutch market, and through The Great Ride I advise other cycling companies.

I combine a deep passion for cycling with a commercial heart. I do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions, but in strategies that work in practice.

More about me and my career

“A truly good solution is a win-win for everyone involved.”Johannes de Bruin
Winding mountain road with hairpin bends towards the Stelvio

The best route is one where everyone comes out ahead.

Looking for an advisor for your cycling business?

Book a free 30-minute intro call. Together we will see whether and how I can help.

Johannes de Bruin riding his mountain bike during a race