Our Mission
A Better Place to Work
For Everyone
An Even Better Place to Work is on a mission to help organisations worldwide unlock the full potential of their people
VALUES
Innovation
Embracing creativity to continuously improve and evolve the engagement tools and processes to meet the ever-changing needs of workplaces.
Integrity
Committing to ethical practices and transparency in all dealings, ensuring the trust of clients and employees is maintained.
Collaboration
Fostering a culture of teamwork and partnership not only within the organisation but also with clients, to achieve shared goals and facilitate mutual growth.
Empowerment
Providing solutions that empower employees at all levels, encouraging personal and professional growth and enabling a more engaged and motivated workforce.
Mission Statement
To revolutionise the workplace by providing cutting-edge employee engagement solutions that foster a dynamic and inclusive culture, enhancing productivity and satisfaction for both employees and employers alike.
Vision Statement
To be the global leader in employee engagement, empowering organisations to create work environments where every individual can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.
Ethos
At the heart of our approach lies a commitment to authenticity, continuous improvement and meaningful connections. Designed by humans for humans we believe in harnessing the power of technology to build bridges between employers and employees, sparking dialogues that lead to real change. We act with integrity, champion collaborative efforts and celebrate the diversity of thoughts and backgrounds, as this is what truly makes a better place to work.
An Even Better Place to work team
Brian Bakeberg
Chief Executive Officer and Co Owner
Brian Bakeberg
Chief Executive Officer and Co Owner
His vision is to create a bp2w® global franchise operation, a dream he has already realised in Australia and Southern Africa, and negotiations are currently underway in Singapore, UK and USA. With his experience and success, Brian is well-positioned to take bp2w® to new heights.
What sets Brian apart from other leaders is his ability to influence the logic of others for great results. His innovative techniques have consistently improved company and employee performance, and he offers thoughtful, comprehensive, and constructive feedback that promotes productivity and fosters a positive company culture.
Brian is a unique and effective thinker, who is constantly searching for ways to improve himself and those around him. He is a force to be reckoned with, a high performer who cannot help but succeed. He is the glue that keeps everything together, and an asset to An Even Better Place 2 Work®
- Email:brian@bp2w.com
Orla Bakeberg
Chief Marketing Officer and Co Owner
Orla Bakeberg
Chief Marketing Officer and Co Owner
As a creative and focused individual, Orla has a talent for bringing well-worded content to life. Working together, An Even Better Place 2 Work® will benefit from her exceptional copywriting skills and help grow our brand.
Orla’s expertise in delivering creative and strategic communications is invaluable in creating effective content for bp2w® various platforms, including email and written communications, newsletters, promotional materials, social media, and website.
In summary, Orla’s passion, skills, and experience make her an indispensable asset to the growth of bp2w® and its brand message.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Shay McConnon
Regional Director United Kingdom & Group Psychologist
Shay McConnon
Regional Director United Kingdom & Group Psychologist
Shay’s involvement with the business has been crucial to its success so far, and we are eager to keep him involved as we move forward. Shay’s insights and knowledge are unrivalled, and his guidance will play a significant role in the future success of bp2w®
Shay is a regular speaker at conferences, a Fellow of the Professional Speakers Association awarded speaker of the year by Vistage, the world’s largest organisation for CEOs and top speaker by the Academy for Chief Executives.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Merci Wilson
Global HR Business Development Director
Merci Wilson
Global HR Business Development Director
Merci's extensive background and skills will be invaluable as we continue to grow and develop our business strategies.
Merci's leadership and innovative approach will help us drive business excellence and foster a positive, inclusive work environment globally.
We look forward to her contributions and the impact she will make at bp2w®.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Adewole Williams
Regional Director Nigeria & West Africa
Adewole Williams
Regional Director Nigeria & West Africa
Having amassed years of management and leadership experience in renowned multinational companies, Wole is well-versed in navigating the complexities of the corporate world. He tackles assignments with utmost dedication and professionalism. Wole's extensive experience and unwavering passion make him a perfect fit for the bp2w® philosophy.
His region can undoubtedly look forward to witnessing remarkable achievements under his guidance. We wish him all the best. Welcome aboard!
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Colin Bakeberg
Regional Director Australia
Colin Bakeberg
Regional Director Australia
- Email: global@bp2w.com
Shea Heaver
Regional Director, U.S. & Canada
Shea Heaver
Regional Director, U.S. & Canada
Merci's extensive background and skills will be invaluable as we continue to grow and develop our business strategies.
Merci's leadership and innovative approach will help us drive business excellence and foster a positive, inclusive work environment globally.
We look forward to her contributions and the impact she will make at bp2w®.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Barry de Blocq
Regional Director Sub Saharan Africa
Barry de Blocq
Regional Director Sub Saharan Africa
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Caspar Gelissen
Regional Director Central Europe
Caspar Gelissen
Regional Director Central Europe
Not only is Caspar a member of the MIT-Novartis Investment panel, but he is also a founding member of Prim-Enfance at HUG Hospital Geneva. His passion for developing people is evident as he thrives in the ever-evolving domain of employee preferences, needs, and the environment. Caspar is dedicated to the bp2w® initiatives, providing continuous support and guidance to all stakeholders in improving their work surroundings. By utilizing Speed Training Tools, Empowerment, Taking personal responsibility, and keeping the organization’s success at the forefront, he ensures optimal outcomes for individuals and the entire organization.
With over 30 years of global experience in operations, customer services, HR, and leadership development at a senior level, Caspar possesses a deep understanding of multicultural environments. He also holds formal education a Master degree in BA from the University of St. Gallen, he is also well educated in consulting and coaching focused on transformational change to effectively deliver strategic goals.
We are thrilled to welcome Caspar to our bp2w® team.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Warren Briggs
Regional Director Southeast Asia
Warren Briggs
Regional Director Southeast Asia
Beyond his vast industry knowledge, Warren is an accredited Adult Education trainer and facilitator. He has acquired training and qualifications in South Africa, Botswana, and now Singapore. He firmly believes that effective training and development are fundamental to the growth and success of any business. Based in Singapore he is perfectly positioned for bp2w®
We are thrilled to have Warren join our team at bp2w® as we expand our presence in Southeast Asia. His expertise and dedication will undoubtedly contribute to our mission of helping businesses thrive and achieve their goals.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Elise Slotte
Regional Director Portugal
Elise Slotte
Regional Director Portugal
Hailing from the chilly climate of Sweden, she now brings her expertise to warm and sunny Portugal as a professional speaker and educator. With a background in leading adult education schools within the largest education group in northern Europe, Elise's experience as an executive manager and professional educator sets her apart.
Her journey began in sales and marketing, where she discovered the parallels between motivational leadership and the communication protocols of sales qualification.
Elise firmly believes that understanding the intricacies of human motivation and emotions is the cornerstone of effective leadership. Her mission is clear: transforming employees from a cost centre into a motivated force that significantly enhances a company's bottom line.
We are fortunate enough to have Elise join the team and look forward to great things.
- Email: global@bp2w.com
Michael Whittaker
Regional Director The Netherlands
Michael Whittaker
Regional Director The Netherlands
When he's not shaping the corporate landscape, you'll find him on his bike, conquering roads or exploring mountain trails.
Michael brings a wealth of expertise to the table and is set to be a valuable addition to bp2w. We're excited about the prospect of collaborating with him and leveraging his creative approach to employee engagement.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Jonathan Low
Regional Director Asia Pacific
Jonathan Low
Regional Director Asia Pacific
Beyond his vast industry knowledge, Warren is an accredited Adult Education trainer and facilitator. He has acquired training and qualifications in South Africa, Botswana, and now Singapore. He firmly believes that effective training and development are fundamental to the growth and success of any business. Based in Singapore he is perfectly positioned for bp2w®
We are thrilled to have Warren join our team at bp2w® as we expand our presence in Southeast Asia. His expertise and dedication will undoubtedly contribute to our mission of helping businesses thrive and achieve their goals.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Antoni Lacinai
Regional Director Sweden / Scandinavia
Antoni Lacinai
Regional Director Sweden / Scandinavia
Antoni is an author and co-author of 13 books on communication, motivation and engagement, and has continuously studied leadership, consciousness, marketing, psychology, mental training, NLP, coaching and more.
When it comes to enhancing communication and engagement for large international organisations or national governments, Antoni is the go-to person, renowned for his ability to motivate and educate with unwavering positivity and crystal-clear clarity.
His wealth of knowledge makes him an invaluable addition to our team.
Creating an inspiring approach to business communication, Antoni is the perfect asset to the bp2w® family.
- Email: global@bp2w.com
Motlatsi Matsoso & Nthabeleng Rampokanyo
Regional Directors, Lesotho
Motlatsi Matsoso & Nthabeleng Rampokanyo
Regional Directors, Lesotho
His career spans key roles at Letseng Diamonds Mine, Lesotho Communications Authority, Lesotho Post Bank, and Quadrant Consulting Group.
With expertise in HR strategy, employee relations, succession planning, and change management, he currently leads an organisational health project at Lesotho Electricity Company.
Nthabeleng Caroline Rampokanyo is a Human Resource Professional with over 10 years of experience across mining, construction, and education sectors. She specialises in talent acquisition, HR risk management, compensation, compliance, and employee relations.
Holding an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology, a B-Tech in HR Management, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law, she is a registered member of the South African Board for People Practices. Her expertise in optimising HR processes and fostering positive workplace environments makes her a valuable asset to organisational success.
As bp2w® Regional Directors in Lesotho, Motlatsi and Nthabeleng bring extensive HR expertise, strategic leadership, and change management capabilities that align with bp2w®’s mission of fostering better workplace environments.
Their combined experience in employee engagement, leadership development, and organisational transformation ensures that bp2w® continues to drive global workforce excellence.
Their ability to tailor HR solutions to diverse industries makes them invaluable in expanding bp2w®'s impact across businesses worldwide.
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Douglas Brown
Regional Director Canada
Douglas Brown
Regional Director Canada
Doug is passionate about employee retention and believes strongly that employees who enjoy their careers and find fulfilment in work are more likely to become loyal employees that remain with their organizations for extended tenures.
In addition, when their needs and careers are supported, they become strong brand ambassadors advocating for the company and helping build the team morale and strong relationships that have a positive impact on business success.
Doug believes that there are three core focuses to strong employee retention: cultivating engagement drivers, creating rewarding work experiences, and career development plans for every employee.
For the past 15 years, Doug has focused on employee satisfaction and engagement assessment and analysis work and more recently using this information to provide employee retention and absenteeism strategies and programs.
Prior to this he served in roles from Supervisor to President, overseeing production, quality control, sales and marketing, administration, distribution and fulfillment. He has successfully overcome the many challenges involved in building loyal, high-performance teams.
Doug believes that mid level managers are the crucial link between the employee and the organization and in the strongest position to ensure the employee’s career needs and expectations are met.
Doug's passion and commitment to Employee Engagement is welcomed into the bp2w® family. We look forward to Doug's engagement in Canada!
- Email:global@bp2w.com
Gary Sameer Bateman
Regional Director India
Gary Sameer Bateman
Regional Director India
- Email: global@bp2w.com

