'Mendix MVP?! Why?!!!'

Being one of these notorious MVPs, I regularly hear such rather informal and somewhat stingy comments. So let's dive into what the whole ordeal is. 😉

The answer is simple: it’s about community, access, and impact. Yes, we frequent the halls of MVP heaven in Rotterdam quite regularly, but being a Mendix MVP is not just a badge of honor: it turns you into a super consultant. Let me give some examples.

First of all, because I have direct access to Mendix’ product managers (PMs), I can resolve problems more quickly (think hours versus days in the time before I was MVP) and robustly (think Mendix fixes and features). I can ask questions, provide relevant feedback, ask about road-map planning (kudos to Jonathan Diehl for my many remarks on Native this past year). Another example: as seasoned Mendixites, we all know that reproducing errors with Mendix support can sometimes be tough. I am able to circumnavigate traditional support channels if need be. Most importantly, I make sure that the voice of the client is resoundingly heard at Mendix. Since I cater to quite a few clients concurrently, that voice carries weight. Isn't that cool?!

That being said, the MVP program isn’t just about the technology; it’s about connection. The Mendix community leaders — Jan de Vries , Irada Yeap , and Iryna Bozhyk — are dedicated and fun to work with, always offering a joke, or a listening ear. For example, if you have an idea for an exotic type of meet up (Mendix Musical Pub Quiz anyone?), or another solid idea, they can offer a venue/meals/drinks/the whole lot, or connect you with a partner to cohost with. Then there’s the MVP group itself: Sjors Hak , Mitchel Mol 🔵🟢 , Jérémie Degrave , Aswin van Braam , Peter Mudde , and many others. We regularly meet at the Mendix office, where we get to share ideas with the PMs, often over (free) dinner. These meetings are not just about work; they’re also about building relations. We inspire each other, offer advice, and collaborate on challenges—and we have a lot of fun along the way.

While doing all that, you're getting the lay of the land of Mendix across EMEA, allowing you strategic insight into competition and the entire EMEA Mendix market. I knew already that Capgemini is all about training people, and that Sopra Steria is all about people. Now, I also know that BlueGreen is about sharing ownership, and the OrangeForce is about ... (not going to spoil it, sorry 😉)

Have I mentioned we regularly get swag?

Being a Mendix developer sometimes can be tough: looking at problem after problem after problem. Being an MVP makes it so much more fun and meaningful: a whole cross-company dimension of colleagues and coworkers has been added to my working life, and it is making me grow and grow and grow. I'd say...

Come and join us!