In my work, regeneration means creating conditions conducive to life to thrive — socially, economically, and ecologically — enabling urban systems to continue generating systemic value over time rather than depleting the foundations on which they depend.
This is not about doing “less harm” (sustainability). It is about creating urban systems that can endure, adapt, and remain investable.
Why Regeneration in the Urban Environment Matters Now?
Regeneration = creating conditions conducive for life to thrive
When leaders come to me, it’s usually because…
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Decisions now feel more burdensome than before. The context has shifted, but the playbook stays
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They demand quick, sharp thinking, not additional input.
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They sense something is emerging but cannot yet grasp it.
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They understand they must concentrate on particular topics, but they are uncertain about how to move forward.
3 Ways to Work with Me
These engagements form a coherent leadership journey,
from orientation to decision to stewardship to systemic action.
I bring over 20+ years of experience in urban environments, innovation, technology, and sustainability/ ESG/ SDGs.
Currently, I work at the intersection of the urban environment and regeneration, supporting leaders in building the capacity to focus on what truly matters and take action.
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Fluent in boardrooms and complexity;
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Pattern recognition across systems;
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Listens deeply, holds space, and weaves worlds.
About Menno
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Who This Is (Not) For
This work is for you if…
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You carry final or shared responsibility
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You operate in complex urban systems
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You value clarity over quick fixes
I collaborated with public and private clients across Europe, mentored executive teams and founders, and led pioneering strategies for clients such as the Dutch Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations, Savills Property Management, Achmea Real Estate, Unibail Rodamco Westfield, Nemetschek Group, and many more.
Menno Lammers
Mission Steward & Weaver of World
Signals for the Field
I share essays and reflections that offer orientation rather than opinion - signals from lived practice, not prescriptions.
Much of this work is part of a longer inquiry into what it means to live, lead, and invest regeneratively — an exploration that continues to take shape through practice, partnership, and writing.
My Invitation
If you are navigating a moment of transition — personal, organisational, or urban — you’re welcome to reach out. Some conversations lead to collaboration. Others simply create clarity. All matter!