Regeneration is creating conditions conducive for life to thrive
In this work, regeneration means creating conditions conducive to life to thrive — socially, economically, and ecologically — enabling urban systems to continue generating value over time rather than depleting the foundations on which they depend.
This is not about doing “less harm”. It is about building urban systems that can endure, adapt, and remain investable.
Why Regeneration in the Urban Environment Matters Now?
When leaders come to me, it’s usually because…
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Decisions now feel heavier than before.
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The context has changed, but the playbook remains the same.
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They require sharp thinking, not additional input.
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They sense something is emerging but cannot quite grasp it yet.
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They know they need to focus on specific topics, but they are unsure how to progress.
How I work with leaders
Get to Know Us
I bring over 20 years of experience in urban environments, innovation, technology, and sustainability. Currently, I work at the intersection of leadership, regeneration, and systemic decision-making, helping leaders 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.
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, ACHMEA Real Estate, Nemetschek Group, and many more.
Menno Lammers
Mission Steward
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!