Ramses "Rams" Meijer is a distinguished leader with a proven track record in the fintech and travel industries, where he has managed large multi-million dollar businesses and mastered every aspect of online technology. His expertise extends across product management, marketing, sales, analytics, and operations. He is renowned for his ability to lead vast, geographically dispersed teams through periods of rapid optimization, significant growth, and strategic development, ensuring sustainable success in competitive markets. In pursuit of entrepreneurial excellence, Meijer founded WerkMagic, a full-service property management, marketing, and consulting firm based in North Carolina. Under his leadership as CEO, WerkMagic caters to the unique needs of short-term rental owners, leveraging his extensive background in sales and marketing strategies, people management, company culture, and online market dynamics. His vision is centered on utilizing these strengths to accelerate WerkMagic's growth and establish it as a leader in the industry. Ramses's professional roots are deeply embedded in the hotel sales and marketing sector, where he accumulated 14 years of experience. He has played pivotal roles at prestigious establishments, including the InterContinental in D.C. & Chicago and The Langham Hotel Chicago. He has progressed from Senior Sales Manager to Director of Sales and Marketing. These roles enabled him to refine his skills in driving revenue growth and enhancing service delivery through innovative sales strategies and impactful marketing initiatives. Originally from Doetinchem, The Netherlands, Meijer relocated to the United States in 1999 to complete his hospitality management studies at NHL Stenden Hotel Management School. His studies were augmented by a significant internship at the Ritz-Carlton Company, which earned him several awards. His multinational experience has given him fluency in English, Dutch, and German, and he has lived in various cultural hubs, including Atlanta, Chicago, and Dallas. Family life is a cornerstone of Ramses's world. He is married to April, and together, they have a daughter, Maxime, and two dogs, Riley and Remy. He is actively involved in Maxime's educational and athletic pursuits, coaching her YMCA volleyball and soccer teams. The family cherishes their time together, whether traveling globally, exploring the great outdoors in the Carolina Mountains, or enjoying ski trips in Utah and Colorado. An avid sports enthusiast, Ramses grew up playing soccer in the Netherlands and continued the sport into his thirties. Later, he embraced marathon running and triathlons, achieving commendable finishes in the Chicago and Las Vegas marathons and the Louisville Ironman. Recently, he has taken up tennis and pickleball, engaging in competitions through the local USTA and the Queen City League in Charlotte. Beyond his professional endeavors and personal interests, Ramses Meijer is deeply committed to community service. He dedicates time to coaching at the YMCA and supports local food pantries and homeless shelters. He and his family also contribute to various charities annually, underscoring their dedication to giving back to the community and helping those in need.