Our team

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Online Essentials

Online Essentials comprises a dedicated team of experts focused on creating a technology platform that provides genuine value to our partners and their customers.
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Our Team

Peter Urmson

Chief Executive Officer
Pete, CEO, drives growth by partnering with leading enterprise brands, offering white-label solutions. With a background in running mid-tier and enterprise businesses, he solves digital solution challenges for SMBs. Pete's track record spans Europe, the USA and Australia, prioritising NPS and partner success.

Hans Kwa

Chief Financial Officer
Hans, our CFO, leads global financial operations. With extensive experience in finance, strategy and management, he is dedicated to advancing our scalable digital marketing solutions. Previously, Hans held executive positions at leading directories and advised tech and media scale-ups, driving profitable growth.

Paul Liascos

Managing Director - APAC​
Paul is the Managing Director of APAC, leading the region’s strategy, growth, and operations. A seasoned digital leader with deep expertise in paid search and SME marketing, he understands the unique needs of the APAC market. With a global outlook and a strong focus on strategic partnerships, Paul is dedicated to delivering innovative digital solutions that drive growth and success.

Anthony Collinson

Director of Operations
Anthony Collinson, esteemed for extensive experience, drives European sales and optimises operations. With a focus on customer satisfaction, he ensures operational success, fostering growth. Committed to innovation, Anthony implements changes to solidify the company's market leadership.

Raphaela Wiedenhaus

Chief Revenue Officer
Raphaela spearheads strategic partnerships and daily Partner Management. Launching major partners and providing strategic consultancy, she drives partner growth and customer satisfaction. Reporting directly to the CEO, Raphaela plays a pivotal role in organisational success.

Matt Christian

Chief Technology Officer
Matt, our Director of Technology, ensures global tech teams deliver on projects, replacing legacy systems and designing new solutions. A passionate leader, he focuses on extensible systems for improved scalability and performance.

Ross Hunter

Director of Quality and Analysis​
Ross oversees the Intel Team and Spotlight, our Data Reporting Dashboard. By analysing data to drive strategic decisions and maintain product quality, Ross collaborates closely with operational teams and partners.

Bertram Croes

Head of Product
Bertram, Head of Product, is an entrepreneurial leader with over 10 years of experience in digital, product strategy and marketing. He focuses on a customer-centric, data-driven approach to launching impactful digital products. Bertram has worked with major global brands, developing their digital strategies, managing large marketing programmes and leading cross-functional teams.

Lars Koenen

Head of Sales
Lars leads our sales team for partners across the EU and US, skillfully overseeing both mass market products and enterprise solutions. He ensures our offerings exceed diverse market needs and, by closely collaborating with partners and guiding our sales teams, drives significant growth and enhances partnership value.

Courtney Ada

Director of Strategic Partnerships
Courtney is our Director of Strategic Partnerships for the APAC team. She leads key programs and projects across the region, driving growth through strategic alliances and high-impact collaborations. With a focus on innovation and execution, she works closely with partners and internal teams to deliver successful initiatives and long-term value.

Adam Noble

Director of Partner Operations
Adam is our Director of Partner Operations for the APAC team. He leads the day-to-day operational management, engaging with all partners, people and processes within the region.

Pato Rodriguez

Senior Web Designer
Pato is our senior web designer with extensive experience in the APAC region. He is passionate about creating beautiful websites that prioritise UX and Web Accessibility, ensuring every visitor's effortless and inclusive experience.

Joshua Kraus

Head of Creative Strategy
Joshua, our Head of Creative Strategy, leads our talented design teams and drives the creative vision. He collaborates closely with product, tech, operations and production teams to ensure a cohesive and impactful creative experience for our partners and customers.
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For current Telenet customers

IF YOU ARE A CURRENT TELENET CUSTOMER AND ARE VISITING OUR SITE IN CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSFER OF YOUR CONTRACT TO ONLINE ESSENTIALS BY SPOTZER DIGITAL, PLEASE READ ON:

As of October 31, your website services will be transferred from Telenet to Online Essentials. Nothing will change for your website: it will remain online without interruption and you can continue to count on the same reliable support as before. The only change is that from that date onwards, you will receive your invoices directly from Online Essentials. You will receive clear instructions by email on how to update your payment details. Until then, you do not need to take any action yourself.
Below you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this transition.

What will happen to my website after October 31?

Your website will remain online as usual. There will be no interruptions or changes to the content. You will receive the same service, only directly from Online Essentials instead of Telenet.

Do I need to do anything to keep my website online?

Your website will remain online automatically. In November, you will receive an email with instructions on how to update your payment details so that payments are made directly to Online Essentials. Until then, you do not need to take any action.

What is the difference between Telenet Website Services and Online Essentials by Spotzer Digital?

There is actually no difference. Telenet already worked with the Online Essentials by Spotzer Digital team to provide the websites and support you know today. Your service will continue as before, usually even with the same support team. Online Essentials by Spotzer Digital will simply take over all obligations from your current contract.

Will my website be interrupted?

No. As long as you update your payment details and pay your invoices to Online Essentials, your website will remain available without any interruption.

Will the prices change?

No. Telenet and Online Essentials by Spotzer Digital have ensured that your package and price will remain unchanged.

When will my invoice change?

From October 31, you will receive your invoice directly from Online Essentials by Spotzer Digital. The amount for your website services will remain the same.