Patricia’s first month as project manager at Cream
Cream got off to a flying start in 2018, so we’ve expanded the team with a new project manager: Patricia Vieveen. A month in, she’s happy to share what it’s been like so far.
Tell us about yourself
I’m Patricia Vieveen, and I joined Cream as a project manager at the start of 2018. My roots are in hospitality, but in recent years I’ve gained extensive digital experience, including at Ontwerpwerk, a leading design agency in The Hague.
How did you end up at Cream?
Cream’s office is on my regular running route. Every weekend I’d run past it and see Cream’s signature pink cow looking out over the polder. When I spotted the project manager opening online, I jumped at the chance and applied almost right away. Now I give our pink Cream cow a little wink every morning. Cream came along at the perfect moment for me: after 10 years in my comfort zone, I was itching for a new challenge.
How did you step out of your comfort zone?
I started by taking on a large Magento 2 project with a wide range of features, including our own PostNL module and a complete integration with the back office, all the way through to order fulfillment in the warehouse. The project went live only recently, which made it an ideal time for me to come on board. It’s been a great opportunity to get to know Magento 2, our way of working, and my colleagues and their individual expertise, while working with the client on the platform’s ongoing development.
What stood out in your first few weeks at Cream?
I grew up in an entrepreneurial family, so I’m happiest on a team where taking initiative is the rule, not the exception. In that respect, Cream is a perfect fit. Even during my trial period, I already felt like I belonged here. The Cream team is close-knit, deeply committed, and driven. Communication is direct, and you work closely with everyone involved in a project, which is really efficient and refreshing. I’m also impressed by the level of expertise and the quality of the work.
What does the coming year look like?
As Magento 1 is phased out, more and more clients are moving to Magento 2. It can feel daunting for many stores, but it’s also a huge step forward. And there’s no need to worry: at Cream, you’ll be working with a highly experienced team.
