training and LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN INNOVATION

partner in coaching and training technical professionals in personal skills and innovative leadership

 

20 trainers in various disciplines

 

located in the netherlands, executing trainings worldwide

course participants between 2009 and 2025

 

partnerships with high tech enterprises word wide. cooperating with universities and various training institutes

Partner in Technical Leadership Development 

We empower professionals to excel in complex product development by enhancing leadership skills and technical expertise. We specialize in: 

  • Systems Engineering Training & Consultancy 
  • Building and Leading Multi-Disciplinary Teams 
  • Smart Integration for Value Delivery 
  • Competence Development 

At FFSS, we believe that success in high-tech industries requires a blend of in-depth expertise, cross-disciplinary collaboration, systems thinking, and strong leadership. Our training and consultancy services are designed to equip professionals with the skills to thrive in multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring effective collaboration and impactful results. 

Leadership and Soft Skills Training 

Our tailored training programs enhance leadership and communication skills for engineers, technical leaders, and project managers. Our courses combine practical exercises with immediate feedback to ensure participants leave with actionable skills and confidence. 

 

Key Focus Areas: 

  • In-Depth Expertise: Strengthen your core technical knowledge. 
  • Cross-Disciplinary Understanding: Gain insights into adjacent disciplines. 
  • Systems Thinking: Maintain a holistic view of complex projects. 
  • Leadership & Collaboration: Develop skills to lead and work effectively in teams. 

Our Approach to Professional Development 

We tailor our training to the specific roles and maturity levels of engineers, focusing on four key roles in innovation: Technical Specialist, Team Leader, Architect, Line Manager and Project Manager.

Our courses are designed to address: 

  • Critical Moments: Key opportunities for engineers to impact project outcomes. 
  • Challenges: Real-world obstacles faced in daily work. 
  • Pitfalls: Common mistakes and how to avoid them. 
  • Core Competencies: Skills needed to improve effectiveness immediately. 

our team

Debora Dijkers

Debora Dijkers


Therese van Vinken

Therese van Vinken


Guustaaf Savenije

Guustaaf Savenije


John Settels

John Settels


Jaco Friedrich

Jaco Friedrich


Jelm Franse

Jelm Franse


Mirjam van Gerwen

Mirjam van Gerwen


Monique van den Elzen

Monique van den Elzen


Robin Gubbels

Robin Gubbels


LATEST NEWS

  • Leadership Program part of Fontys Manufacturing Excellence Course

    Leadership Program part of Fontys Manufacturing Excellence Course

    Fontys and Friedrich Franse SS have started cooperating in a hands on Manufacturing Excellence Course. Our leadership and soft skill program will be integrated in MEC as from september 2025.

  • Euspen Zaragoza focus on Training and Development

    Euspen Zaragoza focus on Training and Development

    Key subject in the upcoming Euspen conference will be a new platform for knowledge dissipation in the whole Euspen Community. Together with Settels Savenije Group we will attend the conference. You can find us in boot ..

  • Jelm Franse starts as Managing Partner

    Jelm Franse starts as Managing Partner

    Dr. ir. Jelm Franse starts as co-founder and managing partner in our new company. Jelm has an impressive experience in High Tech, working for companies like ASML, TEL and Philips.

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