Dirk Salens

Supporting PME’s in Transition.

Aalter, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

Professional and discreet all-rounder. Years of experience in managing companies. Working with all stakeholders of a company. No-nonsense approach, based on analysis and data. To the point. Attention to medium-term and strategic goals. Critical, independent, open and constructive spirit. Special areas of expertise: general management of all operational processes. Experience in service sector, manufacturing, start-up and wholesale, always at SME level. Additional expertise and experience in acquisitions and divestments. Fluent in Dutch, English and French.

Experience

  • Founding Partner MailRebel at MailRebel
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

  • Voorzitter Raad van Advies van De Olifant at De Olifant // verven - pleisters - industrie coatings
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Voorzitter van de Raad van Advies.

  • Lid Raad van Advies Aksis bv at AKSIS Interieur en Bouw bv
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

  • Owner at MinDShift bv
    2001 - Present · 25 yrs 6 mos

    At MinDShift bvba, I specialize in guiding small and medium-sized enterprises through critical transitions. My role involves executing temporary projects and serving on advisory boards or board of directors to support business development, acquisitions and divestments, and the coaching of future leaders. I am dedicated to fostering innovation and growth in the companies I work with. I believe that strong SMEs are the foundation of a healthy economy.

  • Igepa Belux nv (12 yrs 1 mo)
    • Strategic Advisor
      Jan 2026 - Jan 2026 · 1 mo

      Business development services. Strategic Consulting

    • CEO
      Jan 2014 - Jan 2026 · 12 yrs 1 mo