About Rick van Echtelt
Rick van Echtelt is the Co-Founder and CEO of AG5, where he leverages over two decades of experience in entrepreneurship and developing skills management software. Passionate about innovation and creating new business models, Rick thrives on empowering his team to achieve their full potential. He played a pivotal role in establishing the first skills matrix software for the Dutch safety regions, demonstrating his ability to merge technology with critical public services while ensuring seamless and impactful implementation.
Prior to founding AG5, Rick established N200, where he honed his skills in the software sector and gained invaluable experience in strategic business growth. He now uses that expertise to guide AG5 Skills Management Software toward industry leadership by developing cutting-edge solutions for skills and compliance management.
Rick holds an academic background in Business and Economics from Nyenrode Business University and Inholland University of Applied Sciences. His solid educational foundation complements his extensive professional acumen.
Beyond leading the AG5 team, Rick is a dedicated advocate for tech-driven social initiatives that drive positive change. He enjoys exploring emerging technological trends, fostering innovative thinking within his network, and advocating for solutions that combine technological advancement with meaningful societal impact.
162 articles published by this author
Aerospace manufacturing skills certification and compliance
		Build a living, role-based skills matrix that ties training, assessments, certificates, and authorizations to real work with expiry...
21.10.2025 | 10 min read
Competency management software: Manufacturing industry guide
		Throughout this guide, we’ll focus on practical steps: how to define competencies in manufacturing, how to link gaps...
23.09.2025 | 8 min read
Best training matrix software: top 5 platforms for 2025
		Training matrix software makes it possible to align roles, skills, and certifications across your organization. Below, we’ve curated...
08.09.2025 | 5 min read
Skills matrix software: Complete industry guide
		This guide explains what skills matrix software is, how it works, and why it matters for HR, L&D,...
03.09.2025 | 8 min read
Competency management system vs LMS: key differences
		A competency management system (CMS) validates on-the-job capability with role-based skills, evidence, and audit readiness, while a learning...
01.09.2025 | 5 min read
Workforce redeployment: Building an agile, future-ready organization
		This guide explores why redeployment matters now more than ever, how skills visibility and technology are changing the...
01.09.2025 | 6 min read
Top Skills Management Software 2025
		Skills management software has emerged as a critical enabler, helping businesses map competencies, close gaps, and future-proof their...
24.08.2025 | 6 min read
The top 10 AI skills transforming manufacturing in 2025
		In 2025, AI is transforming manufacturing through robotics and automation — but only if workers have the right...
19.08.2025 | 6 min read
What is a skills gap analysis?
		A skills gap analysis is a strategic tool to future-proof your workforce. It compares current capabilities to future...
17.07.2025 | 7 min read
 
                    