Van Meenen has been at the helm of arbitration in Zeist for two years, giving him a unique perspective on the world of football. He has a straightforward approach to criticism, saying "Voetbal is en blijft een spel van fouten, ook fouten van scheidsrechters" - football is and remains a game of mistakes, including mistakes by referees. He also acknowledges that criticism is a natural part of the job, stating "Dat is de wereld van nu, kritiek is gratis advies" - that is the world we live in now, criticism is free advice.