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.
145 articles published by this author
How to use a competency proficiency scale
Want to learn how to rate employee competencies, then use them to build a skills matrix? Our latest...
28.02.2025 | 4 min read
AG5’s skills management solution is available on SAP® store
By integrating with SAP SuccessFactors’ Employee Central and Learning, AG5’s skills management solution provider empowers frontline workers by...
21.01.2025 | 2 min read
How to develop a new employee training plan
Want to learn how to effectively develop a plan that will help employees adjust to their new roles?...
16.01.2025 | 4 min read
AG5 named Momentum Leader on G2
AG5 starts 2025 as a Momentum Leader in G2’s Winter Report—earning eight badges, improved rankings, and simplifying skills...
30.12.2024 | 2 min read
How to conduct a skills inventory assessment and close skill gaps
Discover how a skills inventory assessment can boost efficiency, close skills gaps, and enhance workforce planning. Learn the...
16.12.2024 | 5 min read
New employee training checklist: A guide to effective onboarding
In this article, we’ll take a look at new employee training checklists, their importance, how they help with...
27.11.2024 | 3 min read
AG5 announces technology partnership with UKG
An exciting new technological partnership with UKG’s comprehensive HRM and WFM platform is here! UKG and AG5 users...
28.10.2024 | 2 min read
How to track employee training
In this article, we’ll take a look at how to track employee training, offering tips and tricks, metrics,...
04.10.2024 | 5 min read
Mining training requirements and regulations
In this blog, we will offer a general overview of common mining regulations and training requirements for both...
13.06.2024 | 6 min read