Profile Overview
Name: Wouter Durville
Position: Co-Founder & CEO at TestGorilla
Location: Barcelona, Cataluña, España
LinkedIn Profile: [Wouter Durville on LinkedIn](https://es.linkedin.com/in/wouter-durville)
Professional Background
Current Role
Wouter Durville is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of TestGorilla, a company specializing in online skills testing to improve hiring processes. Under his leadership, TestGorilla aims to democratize opportunities and has achieved substantial milestones, including raising $70 million in fresh funding as of June 2022.
Career History
- ONEforONE: Founder (Jan 2010 - Feb 2019)
- Heineken: Project Leader for Business Development in Latin America (Jan 2006 - Dec 2007)
- Other Roles: Past experience includes positions at Stichting NL Cares, Bain & Company, International Criminal Law Network, and co-founding Tribe-Y.
Education
- University of Cambridge: Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) in European Studies
- Utrecht University: Bachelor of Social Science in Politics & Economics
Achievements and Recognition
- MT/Sprout's Inclusive30 (2023): Wouter Durville was featured for his contributions to diversity and inclusion in the Dutch business community through his work at TestGorilla.
- TechLeap's Leading Entrepreneur in Tech (LET) Award Nominee: Recognized for innovation and impactful contributions to technology-based entrepreneurship.
Notable Contributions and Initiatives
TestGorilla's Growth and Impact
- Customer Base: Grew TestGorilla to serve over 10,000 customers globally, including notable brands such as Sony, Ernst & Young, and H&M.
- Mission: Focused on implementing skills-based hiring practices to eliminate biases prevalent in traditional hiring processes, thus fostering a more inclusive job market.
Public Engagement and Thought Leadership
Wouter Durville actively shares insights and updates related to TestGorilla and broader industry trends on LinkedIn:
- Advocates for skills-based hiring as a transformative approach to recruiting.
- Emphasizes the value of remote work and its positive impact on modern family structures and organizational diversity.
- Promotes servant leadership and innovative recruitment strategies.
Team and Leadership at TestGorilla
Key team members at TestGorilla under Wouter’s leadership include:
- Otto Verhage: Co-Founder & COO
- Michel op't Landt: Head of Product
- Claudia Baijens: Head of International Expansion
- Nicolás Javier García: Head of Engineering
Additional Information
- Personal Interests: Durville's work reflects a commitment to democratizing opportunities and enhancing diversity in hiring.
- Industry Recognition: Regularly featured in industry publications and events, highlighting his influence in HR technology and entrepreneurship.
For further information or to schedule a meeting with Wouter Durville, reference the provided [LinkedIn profile](https://es.linkedin.com/in/wouter-durville) and related links to explore his professional journey and achievements in more detail.
