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.
173 articles published by this author
Mining skills management software for safety and compliance
Mining operations rely on fully qualified crews to maintain safety and compliance. Mining skills management software replaces spreadsheets...
23.01.2026 | 9 min read
Warehouse skills management software for safer operations
Warehouse skills management software gives logistics teams real-time visibility into worker qualifications. By tracking certifications, training, and equipment...
21.01.2026 | 9 min read
Skills management software for construction crews and certifications
Skills management software for construction helps teams track worker skills, certifications, and expiries in one system. Assign qualified...
16.01.2026 | 11 min read
Aerospace engineering skills management for audit-ready teams
Aerospace engineering skills must be tracked, validated, and proven at the right time. Learn how aerospace skills management...
16.01.2026 | 11 min read
Top 5 product skills management companies to watch in 2026
Learn why product skills management has become mission-critical in 2026. This comprehensive guide compares the top 5 platforms...
13.01.2026 | 9 min read
The strategic guide to upskilling employees and closing the skills gap
In a world where 72% of Chief Human Resources Officers expect artificial intelligence to fundamentally shift job roles...
13.01.2026 | 12 min read
Production skills management: How to define, assess and track skills on the shop floor
Production skills management is the process of defining, assessing, and tracking the competencies needed to run production safely...
12.01.2026 | 19 min read
How much does skills management software cost?
See what skills management software typically costs, what drives AG5 pricing, and how to estimate your budget –...
08.01.2026 | 9 min read
The competency matrix top companies use to track employee skills
Organizations using competency matrices report faster time-to-competency for new hires and fewer compliance violations. This comprehensive guide reveals...
05.12.2025 | 9 min read