Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium
Dynamic and results-driven Managing Director/CEO with 20+ years of experience transforming companies into global players through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and innovative business development. Proven track record in steering international teams, optimizing supply chains, driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth, and building global sales networks. Expert in navigating complex markets, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and delivering sustainable business solutions in Europe, Asia, and the US. Executive MBA from Vlerick Business School.
Lead the development and execution of global business strategies across Retail, E-Commerce, and Wholesale channels to ensure cohesive market positioning, brand consistency, and sustained profitable growth. Build and expand an international network of premium retailers, distributors, agents, and design showrooms, strengthening the brand’s presence in key design-driven markets. Drive strategic market expansion by identifying new opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive movements within the luxury furniture sector. Direct market-entry initiatives, including feasibility analysis, partner selection, pricing strategy, and contract negotiation, while shaping an omni-channel approach that increases visibility and optimizes revenue potential across regions. Oversee the performance of retail partners, distributors, and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with brand standards and delivering strong commercial results. Establish sales targets, KPIs, and market forecasts, while optimizing assortments and merchandising strategies to reflect regional consumer preferences. Implement structured reporting systems to monitor performance, sell-through, and margin health. Cultivate high-value relationships with key accounts, architects, interior designers, and hospitality clients. Represent the brand at major international trade fairs and design events to strengthen industry presence and drive new business partnerships. Lead high-level negotiations involving pricing, contracts, and commercial terms. Collaborate closely with Product Development to ensure collections meet global design expectations, and with Marketing to build impactful campaigns and digital activation strategies. Partner with Operations and Customer Service to ensure exceptional fulfillment and client experience. Lead, mentor, and elevate multicultural teams while delivering financial accountability through budgets, pricing models, profitability analyses, and compliance with international regulations
designed with passion by people with an eye for trends, colour and design. made with craftsmanship by people who are constantly striving for perfection in shape and finish. a totally unique, original product. made by people for people Every single one of our products exudes our passion, happiness, love, sense of fun... Share in our joy and make your home the happiest place to live! Thank you for having a fantastic taste and being part of our journey
Sales Channel Design, Sales Force Recruitment & Management, Sales Budgetting & reporting to shareholders, Develop Private Label in order to enable and grow new business, Key Account Management (Specialty Stores, Department Stores and Chain Stores)