In this episode we are celebrating the career to date of Michael Kreeft. Michael recently retired from BMW after 37.5 years with the brand. He lived his first 32 years in the Netherlands, then started his international career with BMW in Germany and worked and lived over 22 years with BMW outside of the Netherlands That time was made up of 6.5 years in Germany, two stints of 4 years each in the UK, 4.5 years in France and 3 years in Japan. He gained experience as CEO in the Netherlands and in France with BMW Financial Services as CFO for BMW's National sales companies in the Netherlands, UK and Japan and as a Financial manager in BMW Plant Oxford in the UK. Michael loved his international experience and speaking languages to the extent that he is now fluent in Dutch, English, French and German as well as having a basic level of Spanish and Japanese. He is currently ‘between jobs’ and enjoying spending his free time with family and being granddad. In due course he plans to set up his own company and become active as a coach, consultant, interim CFO and Non Executive Director. In our conversation we talk about the de-integration of Rover Group from BMW, Brexit preparation, organising and hosting the European Soccer tournament for BMW FS employees in the Netherlands, moving to Japan during Covid and you'll hear a story that may cause you to quickly enrol on a first aid course. My path had crossed with Michael's a few times during my time at BMW and I am delighted to have now had this opportunity for a deeper dive into his life and career story and to be able to share it here. I look forward to hearing what resonates with you. Connect with Michael LinkedIn: Michael Kreeft Thank you to our sponsors: ASKE Consulting Email: [email protected] Aquilae Email: [email protected] Release the handbrake! - The Fulfilling Performance Hub Episode Directory on Instagram @careerviewmirror  If you enjoy listening to our guests career stories, please follow CAREER-VIEW MIRROR in your podcast app.  Episode recorded on 11 March, 2024.