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Boris Kuiper

CFO and COO at Smoothstack
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I am an accomplished change leader and highly effective operations executive. I can trace my COO roots back to when I was just a kid, obsessed with figuring out how something works – and then how to make it better.

I turned my endless curiosity and desire for efficiency into a successful career as a consultant in the financial services industry. There I helped firms mitigate financial, regulatory, and operational risk through technology solutions. Most importantly, I cultivated my ability to uncover challenges and opportunities, build processes and playbooks for adoption, and use data strategically to drive ROI.

I co-founded Smoothstack in 2018, seizing the opportunity to create meaningful work opportunities for early-career IT talent while helping businesses and government organizations achieve their digital goals.

I’m passionate about developing and engaging my incredibly talented team, and uncovering growth opportunities for Smoothstack to further our impact.

  • The Great Detachment: Reconnecting Employees with Purpose
    Boris explains that "The Great Detachment" stems from a disconnect between employees and their work's value. Generational shifts, especially among Gen Z, emphasize lifestyle over work. Employers can counteract this by fostering a culture that highlights individual contributions, sets tangible goals, and offers clear communication, meaningful challenges, and structured mentorship to re-engage employees.