Philip Kranendijk returns to Tribes to strengthen commercial strategy
Amsterdam, September 2025 – “Welcome home”; since September 1, Philip Kranendijk has rejoined Tribes Inspiring Workplaces as Commercial Director. In this role, he will focus on strengthening the commercial strategy, with a strong emphasis on the further growth of Managed Suites and expansion in the Amsterdam region.
A trusted leader to reinforce commercial direction
From the very start in 2015, Philip was closely involved in the commercial development of Tribes. He knows the organization, its clients, and its propositions inside out. After serving as Sales Director at Ahrend, he is now returning to help drive the next phase of growth and professionalization of the organization (TRIBES 2.0).
CEO Jasper Bekkering: “With Philip, we are welcoming back a familiar face and a proven force. His market expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and sharp understanding of client needs perfectly align with our ambitions for the coming years.”With Kranendijk back on board, he and Breuk (International Sales Director) will jointly accelerate the momentum of Tribes 2.0 and work closely together. The managementteam is now complete.
From the very start in 2015, Philip was closely involved in the commercial development of Tribes. He knows the organization, its clients, and its propositions inside out. After serving as Sales Director at Ahrend, he is now returning to help drive the next phase of growth and professionalization of the organization (TRIBES 2.0).
CEO Jasper Bekkering: “With Philip, we are welcoming back a familiar face and a proven force. His market expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and sharp understanding of client needs perfectly align with our ambitions for the coming years.”With Kranendijk back on board, he and Breuk (International Sales Director) will jointly accelerate the momentum of Tribes 2.0 and work closely together. The managementteam is now complete.
Full-service office solutions with a distinctive signature
“Tribes has a unique proposition, and the timing is perfect to deepen and expand it further,” says Kranendijk. “In particular, within the Managed Suites segment, I see great potential to strengthen our position in the market. It feels both familiar and refreshing. The ambition is tangible, and I look forward to once again being part of it.”
Managed Suites are fully furnished, private office solutions that offer the convenience of a full-service work environment. They are ideal for organizations seeking privacy while enjoying complete support: from interior design and IT to hospitality and facility services – everything is taken care of.
“Tribes has a unique proposition, and the timing is perfect to deepen and expand it further,” says Kranendijk. “In particular, within the Managed Suites segment, I see great potential to strengthen our position in the market. It feels both familiar and refreshing. The ambition is tangible, and I look forward to once again being part of it.”
Managed Suites are fully furnished, private office solutions that offer the convenience of a full-service work environment. They are ideal for organizations seeking privacy while enjoying complete support: from interior design and IT to hospitality and facility services – everything is taken care of.
Strategic expansion in the heart of Amsterdam
The recent addition of 1,500 m2 in the Amstel Building in Amsterdam underlines the strategic direction of Tribes. The demand for flexible, scalable, and high-quality workplaces is growing, especially among companies that value convenience combined with a strong, distinctive identity.
The recent addition of 1,500 m2 in the Amstel Building in Amsterdam underlines the strategic direction of Tribes. The demand for flexible, scalable, and high-quality workplaces is growing, especially among companies that value convenience combined with a strong, distinctive identity.
