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Exit with Purpose: Leaving an Entrepreneurial Legacy
Case
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Reference no. 825-0035-1
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Authors: Solange Hai (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Wynand Bodewes (School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), Tilburg University); Wim Hulsink (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University)
Published by: RSM Case Development Centre
Published in: 2025
Length: 22 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics: Legacy; Entrepreneurship; Impact; Stewardship; Generativity; Private equity; Philanthropy
Tags: UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs): Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy; Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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Abstract

This case explores the entrepreneurial journey and legacy of Berend Groeneveld and the evolution of InterDam, a fire- and blast-resistant architectural products manufacturing company he co-owns. InterDams roots trace back to Van Dam, a family business founded in 1906. The case opens in May 2024 with Berend contemplating a buyout offer for InterDam while reflecting on his legacy. The trigger to look into what he is leaving behind came when a former professor asked him to write his own obituary, specifying his ultimate goals in life and figuring out how to live up to it.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2024.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

InterDam
Employees:
51-200
Turnover:
EUR 31,000,000
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Industrial manufacturing

Featured protagonist

  • Berend Groeneveld (male), Co-founder
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Exit with Purpose: Leaving an Entrepreneurial Legacy
Teaching note
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Reference no. 825-0035-8
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Authors: Wynand Bodewes (School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), Tilburg University); Wim Hulsink (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Solange Hai (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University)
Published by: RSM Case Development Centre
Published in: 2025
Length: 25 pages
Data source: Field research
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Van Dam BV: An Innovative Sheet Metal Business on the Edge
Case
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Reference no. 825-0052-1
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Authors: Berend Groeneveld (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Willem Roeleveld (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Danny Engelen (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Wynand Bodewes (School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), Tilburg University); Lorraine Uhlaner (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University)
Published by: RSM Case Development Centre
Published in: 2025
Length: 9 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics: Business venturing; Innovation; Portfolio planning; Product positioning; Dynamic management; Family business; Cultural differences
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Abstract

This case explores the entrepreneurial journey and legacy of Berend Groeneveld and the evolution of InterDam, a fire- and blast-resistant architectural products manufacturing company he co-owns. InterDams roots trace back to Van Dam, a family business founded in 1906. The case opens in May 2024 with Berend contemplating a buyout offer for InterDam while reflecting on his legacy. The trigger to look into what he is leaving behind came when a former professor asked him to write his own obituary, specifying his ultimate goals in life and figuring out how to live up to it.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Settings

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2024.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

InterDam
Employees:
51-200
Turnover:
EUR 31,000,000
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Industrial manufacturing

Featured protagonist

  • Berend Groeneveld (male), Co-founder

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Thumbnail image for product with reference number 825-0035-8
Exit with Purpose: Leaving an Entrepreneurial Legacy
Teaching note
-
Reference no. 825-0035-8
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Authors: Wynand Bodewes (School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), Tilburg University); Wim Hulsink (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Solange Hai (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University)
Published by: RSM Case Development Centre
Published in: 2025
Length: 25 pages
Data source: Field research
View full details
Thumbnail image for product with reference number 825-0052-1
Van Dam BV: An Innovative Sheet Metal Business on the Edge
Case
-
Reference no. 825-0052-1
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Authors: Berend Groeneveld (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Willem Roeleveld (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Danny Engelen (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University); Wynand Bodewes (School of Economics and Management (TiSEM), Tilburg University); Lorraine Uhlaner (Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University)
Published by: RSM Case Development Centre
Published in: 2025
Length: 9 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics: Business venturing; Innovation; Portfolio planning; Product positioning; Dynamic management; Family business; Cultural differences
View full details