Stichting Ondernemersklankbord

What Stichting Ondernemersklankbord does

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord (OKB) is a Dutch non-profit foundation established in 1980 and headquartered at Malietoren, Bezuidenhoutseweg 12, 2594 AV Den Haag. The organization's core product is the Klankbordtraject (Coachingstraject), a 6-month personal coaching program in which entrepreneurs are matched with experienced volunteer advisors for guidance on business strategy, growth, finances, personnel, legal matters, succession, and crisis management. Entrepreneurs begin with a free, non-binding intake interview requested via the website; those who continue pay a one-time €200 contribution for the full 6-month trajectory. OKB supplements coaching with regional Spreekuren (drop-in office hours approximately every two weeks), a Kennisbank (knowledge bank) of articles and webinars, free downloadable templates (Business Model Canvas, Customer Journey), and the 'Ondernemersgym' podcast.

OKB's service is delivered by a network of 300+ volunteer advisors organized into 16 regional teams covering all of the Netherlands. The advisors are retired or exited former entrepreneurs, directors, and specialists (including ex-bankers, accountants, lawyers, and marketing managers) who contribute their expertise without compensation. A small permanent HQ team of 8–12 staff (Director Hans Klein Swormink, Controller Meta van der Meer, marketing/communications, and office staff) coordinates operations. Since founding, OKB has assisted 115,233+ entrepreneurs and currently runs 2,500+ coaching programs per year, with reported outcomes of 85% high satisfaction and 66% of bankruptcies prevented through early intervention.

The business model is non-commercial: revenue derives from the €200 entrepreneur contribution, supplemented by partnerships with municipalities, the Chamber of Commerce (KVK), the Ministry of Economic Affairs, MKB-Nederland, BOVAG, Geldfit Zakelijk, and Qredits, as well as membership in the Early Warning Europe Network. Distribution is primarily through self-serve website intake and partner referrals (municipalities, KVK, industry associations). OKB uses standard SaaS tooling (Salesforce, Mailchimp, GA4, Gravity Forms, OneDrive/SharePoint, YouTube) and has no proprietary technology product or AI/ML capabilities.

Name

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord

Legal name

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord

Website

https://ondernemersklankbord.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord (OKB) is a Dutch non-profit foundation, founded in 1980 and headquartered in Den Haag, that provides low-cost 6-month coaching trajectories to Dutch entrepreneurs through a network of 300+ volunteer advisors across 16 regions, complemented by partner referrals from municipalities, the Chamber of Commerce, and industry associations.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Den Haag

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Coaching Trajectory Contribution: Entrepreneurs pay a one-time contribution of €200 per 6-month coaching trajectory. This is described as a 'donation' or 'own contribution' rather than a commercial fee. The organization is explicitly non-profit; the contribution covers organizational costs, not advisor compensation (advisors volunteer). Trajectories can be extended or restarted for another €200.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord (OKB) is a Dutch non-profit foundation that matches entrepreneurs with experienced volunteer advisors for a 6-month personal coaching trajectory (Klankbordtraject) addressing business strategy, growth, finance, personnel, legal matters, succession, and crisis management. The service begins with a free intake interview and continues on payment of a €200 own-contribution; supplements include regional drop-in office hours (Spreekuren) and free downloadable tools such as the Business Model Canvas.

Product overview

Stichting Ondernemersklankbord (OKB) is a non-profit organization offering a coaching-based service for Dutch entrepreneurs. The core product is the Klankbordtraject (Coachingstraject): a 6-month personal coaching program where entrepreneurs are matched with experienced volunteer advisors who provide independent, practical guidance on business challenges. The service includes a free intake interview and costs €200 for six months of personalized support. OKB supplements this with regional Spreekuren (drop-in office hours), a Kennisbank (knowledge bank) with articles and tools, downloadable templates (Business Model Canvas, Customer Journey), and a podcast series. The organization operates through 16 regional teams across the Netherlands with over 300 volunteer advisors.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Klankbordtraject (Coachingstraject) A 6-month personal coaching trajectory where entrepreneurs are matched with an experienced volunteer advisor who provides independent guidance on business strategy, growth, finances, personnel, legal matters, succession, and crisis management. Includes a free intake interview and costs €200 as an own-contribution for the full 6-month trajectory, regardless of actual duration.
• Spreekuren (Regional Office Hours)

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% of entrepreneurs are highly satisfied with OKB services
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered key and core.

• QreditskeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026OKB Limburg and Qredits intensified their collaboration in March 2026 to better support entrepreneurs. Qredits refers entrepreneurs needing personal support in developing business plans to OKB coaches. The partnership also includes attention for status holders (refugees) with entrepreneurial ambitions through the Ondernemersschool Statushouders project.
• Kamer van Koophandel (KVK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOKB works together with the Chamber of Commerce to implement government policy on early warning for entrepreneurs. KVK refers entrepreneurs to OKB's coaching services. This is a foundational partnership supporting OKB's mission.
• MKB-NederlandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch SME association. Jacco Vonhof, Chairman of MKB-Nederland, serves as OKB's ambassador. Partnership strengthens OKB's connection to the broader SME ecosystem in Netherlands.
• BOVAGcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTrade association for automotive retailers and service providers. Renate Weggemans from BOVAG states that they connect their entrepreneurs with OKB advisors for support during crucial business decisions. Businesses have been able to grow, resolve internal disputes, and reach optimal outcomes through this collaboration.
• Ministerie van Economische Zaken (Ministry of Economic Affairs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOKB works with the Ministry of Economic Affairs as part of government early warning policy to support entrepreneurs facing financial difficulties.
• Early Warning Europe NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean network of organizations supporting entrepreneurs facing financial difficulties. OKB is a member alongside Geldfit Zakelijk. OKB Director Hans Klein Swormink and advisor Hans Holtus participate in annual EWE Network Days (e.g., Warsaw 2025).
• Geldfit ZakelijkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization supporting Dutch entrepreneurs with financial health. Both Geldfit Zakelijk and OKB are members of the Early Warning Europe Network, working together on early intervention for entrepreneurs in financial distress.
• Dutch MunicipalitieskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerOKB collaborates with municipalities across the Netherlands to support local entrepreneurs, especially those in financial difficulty. Example: partnership with Municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg to help entrepreneurs through early warning programs.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SCORE: US non-profit network pairing volunteer mentors (often retired business owners and executives) with small business owners for free or low-cost advice. Most direct functional analogue: volunteer-led, segment-mature coaching for SMEs with regional chapters and partner ecosystem (incl. U.S. SBA).
• Qredits: Dutch non-profit microfinance provider financing small entrepreneurs with limited access to capital. Recent strategic partner of OKB (2026 intensification) and overlaps on the under-served SME founder segment, including status holders with entrepreneurial ambitions.
• Geldfit Zakelijk: Dutch organization supporting entrepreneurs with financial health and debt prevention; co-member of Early Warning Europe Network with OKB and direct referral partner. Closely comparable on the 'entrepreneur in financial distress' segment and early-intervention mission.
• MicroMentor (Mercy Corps): Global non-profit platform that matches entrepreneurs with volunteer mentors — same volunteer-mentor model and SME audience as OKB. Comparable on outcome metrics and partner-driven referrals, but operates a digital matching platform rather than regional in-person advisors.

Regional players

• Enterprise Nation: UK-based membership community supporting small businesses and startups with advice, events, and partner offers — same SMB/entrepreneur audience and mission, but UK-focused and commercial (membership/subscription) rather than volunteer-led like OKB.
• Kamer van Koophandel (KVK): Dutch Chamber of Commerce — OKB's primary referral partner and a major provider of business information, startup tools, and 'early warning' guidance to Dutch entrepreneurs. Overlapping mission in supporting SMEs, but institutionally mandated and broader in scope than volunteer coaching.
• MKB-Nederland: Dutch SME employers' association representing Dutch small and medium businesses. Overlap: addresses many of the same entrepreneurial pain points as OKB via advocacy, tools, and events; Jacco Vonhof (MKB-Nederland Chairman) is an OKB ambassador. Comparable on target customer and ecosystem position.
• Techleap.nl (formerly StartupDelta): Public-private Dutch platform supporting Dutch tech startups and scale-ups with programs, mentoring, and internationalization. Adjacent in mission to support Dutch founders, but skewed toward higher-growth tech rather than OKB's generalist SMB coaching.

Others

• BOVAG: Dutch trade association for automotive/mobility retailers and service providers. Active OKB referral partner referring members to OKB for coaching. Similar 'association-funded SME advisory' structure though industry-vertical rather than cross-sector.
• Techniek Nederland: Dutch trade association for installation and technology sectors. Like BOVAG, runs member services and business advice for SME members; comparable in providing non-profit business support and partnership-driven SME reach, though industry-vertical vs. OKB's cross-sector approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles9 records

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