19 June 2025

Varrlyn Podcast 8. “15 years of Varrlyn: from guts to glory”

Fifteen years ago, Varrlyn began as a leap of faith — founded by three consultants with a shared vision, a contract in hand, and the drive to do things differently. What followed was a journey of entrepreneurship, late-night strategy sessions, and a relentless focus on quality and integrity.

Today, Varrlyn is a well-established boutique consultancy, known for its expertise in financial markets, deep client relationships, and strong, people-first culture.

To mark this important milestone, we’ve recorded a special podcast episode hosted by Marianne Aalders, featuring Varrlyn directors Stephan van der Windt, Martin Defauwes, and Philip van den Emster. In the episode, they reflect on the company’s early days, the challenges of building a business during a financial crisis, and the values that have guided Varrlyn over the past decade and a half.

They also share stories from the journey — from evening meetings over pizza and curry to building long-term partnerships with major banks and asset managers. It’s a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how Varrlyn grew, evolved, and stayed true to its roots while navigating an ever-changing industry.

🎧 Listen in and celebrate 15 years of Varrlyn — a story of growth, independence, and a team that’s always looking forward.