Mark portrait against tree

Who is WaterMark?

I am Mark Bollen, founder of WaterMark, environmental
engineer and pragmatic innovator.

After 15 years of engineering, consultancy & innovation in the waterworld (hence the name), I shifted my focus to innovation, future foresight studies & facilitation of processes 5 years ago. I have worked with corporations, public partners, organisations & knowledge institutes as well as small & medium enterprises in various sectors.

I have studied & worked on challenges related to water management, environmental impact, renewable energy, climate change adaptation, resource scarcity, new technologies, nature based solutions & circularity. I am a no-nonsense pragmatist that likes to help others realise their aspirations & dreams.

“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” - Alan Watts

Open collaboration with multiple partners is crucial in my opinion. Together with a variety of purpose-driven entrepreneurs, collectives & organisations covering a variety of expertise we aim to build a new resilient world step by step, project by project. Let’s start today!


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TESTIMONIALS

  • "I was fortunate to have Mark as a client, as a collaborator, and as an expert at our events. Every time he demonstrated the same qualities: profound experience in his field, sharp wits, staying calm and collected in the face of stress, and thorough knowledge of innovation techniques. Finally, Mark’s easy-going nature and habitual good humour make him an excellent addition to any team."

    Leo Exter, Hack Belgium Labs
    Innovation Hackathon Organiser

  • "Mark helped us to critically assess our regenerative business idea. By handing us a number of pragmatic tools & techniques WaterMark provided a framework for us as starting entrepreneurs. It helps us to keep the focus on the right things."

    Frank Viaene, NATURR
    Rewilding gardens

  • “Mark combined multiple insights and his knowledge of innovation processes and regenerative thinking into an engaging inspiration session during our workshop. Regenerative thinking is what links us so it was great to create this opportunity and work together with an open mind, open heart, open will. Worth repeating!”

    Piet Haerens, Haedes
    Engineering Talent & Soul for Marine & River Challenges

  • "Mark brought peace & structure in my chaotic mind as a starting entrepreneur during his workshop. He connected to my field of business instantly. Months later I still use his tips & tricks."

    Walter Brugmans, Brak.Brussels
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