Ghent, Flemish Region, Belgium
I love tackling big sustainability challenges with a mix of curiosity, strategy, and collaboration. Whether it's solving complex problems, bringing people together, or leading initiatives, I focus on creating sustainable and forward-thinking solutions that drive real impact. I'm passionate about working on projects that build a more resilient, regenerative, and connected world. Outside of work, my love for the outdoors fuels my perspective. I find my inspiration in nature: on the slopes as a ski instructor, where I share my enthusiasm for adventure and continuous learning.
Focused on Recovering and reusing building materials from the built environment. Converting waste and written off materials into vaults building blocks for society.
Certified SBSSV Landes 1 Ski Instructor - Instructing advanced-level skiers, focusing on technical skill development. - Analysing client challenges and providing clear, constructive feedback to support skill growth. - Cultivating positive relationships and ensuring enjoyable, memorable experiences for clients. - Ensuring customer satisfaction. - Maintaining on-slope safety standards. - Instructing in three languages: German, English, Dutch
Metabolic – Driving Systems Change for a Sustainable Economy - Supported the development of geospatial models to estimate urban mining potential and material reuse from buildings. - Contributed to a material flow analysis (MFA) model, using waste collection data to assess circular economy opportunities. - Conducted geospatial and sustainability analysis with Python and QGIS, working with imperfect open-source datasets to extract meaningful insights. - Created data visualizations for consultants and participated in client meetings with municipalities and government stakeholders. Key Takeaways: Gained hands-on experience in sustainability consultancy, working with real-world data, visualize insights effectively, and guide data-driven sustainable decisions.
Plastic Whale – Fighting Plastic Pollution with Purpose - Managed logistics and communication for the cleanup fleet, coordinating boat captains and ensuring smooth daily operations. - Helped organize daily canal cleanup activities, engaging volunteers and elementary school students in sustainability efforts. - Led the Instagram account for Plastic Whale’s school-focused foundation, promoting environmental awareness. - Developed a boat pathing tool to optimize cleanup routes and ensure comprehensive canal coverage. Key Takeaways: Gained hands-on experience in operations management, stakeholder communication, and sustainability engagement. Learned to coordinate teams, optimize logistics, and use digital tools to drive impact.
Amsterdam University College Student Association - Elected as one of six representatives for a 900-member student association. - Served as the main liaison for 28 committees, ensuring smooth communication and representation. - Advised committees on event planning, strategy, and execution. - Developed a profitable merchandising strategy, enhancing financial sustainability. - Initiated and evolved large-scale projects to strengthen community engagement and impact. Focus: Leadership, event management, and strategic development within a dynamic student organization.