Ian De Dobbelaere

Komatsu Europe International N.V. | BeNeLux-Indonesia Association | Freelance Consultant

Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

I help organizations turn complex challenges into actionable strategies, combining market insights, regulatory fluency, and technology-enabled solutions to drive growth and impact. Experienced in cross-border projects, data-driven decision-making, and stakeholder engagement, I bridge strategy, technology, and execution to deliver tangible results.

Experience

  • Komatsu Europe (6 yrs 9 mos)
    • Commercial Project Manager
      Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Brand Value Creator - Smart Construction
      Nov 2019 - Apr 2025 · 5 yrs 6 mos

  • Projects and Business Cases at BeNeLux Indonesia Association
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

    At BIA, a bilateral Chamber of Commerce accredited by the BLCCA, I support Indonesian companies expanding into the BeNeLux region and help European stakeholders engage with Southeast Asia, combining market strategy, regulatory guidance, and long-term partnership development with political officials, senior executives, and trade organizations. - Advised on strategic, political, and market developments to inform business decisions and partnership opportunities. - Guided organizations through regulatory and compliance challenges in complex cross-border markets. - Supported companies in expanding their presence and exploring growth opportunities across the regions. Representative Members: IMEC, DEME, Indonesian Battery Corporation, SIPEF, Van Oord, NEWLachaussee, Gommaire, among others.

  • Consultant at Ian De Dobbelaere
    2014 - Present · 12 yrs 7 mos

    Delivered projects for leading brands both directly and in freelance roles, spanning EU regulatory compliance, digital product development, and creative automation. Combined research, strategy, and design to help clients expand market share, elevate brand perception, and refresh product portfolios. Collaborations include BICS, EVS, Lidl, Leonidas, Vincent Sheppard, Coca-Cola, Aliaxis, and others.

  • Freelance at BBDO Belgium
    May 2019 - Jun 2019 · 2 mos

  • Freelance at KAN Design & Brand Management
    Feb 2017 - Nov 2018 · 1 yr 10 mos