Koen Stevens

International Sales & Marketing Executive | Driving People & HR-led Growth | Consultative Approach | International Marathon Runner | Automotive Enthusiast | Building a Future in High-End Automotive & Luxury Photography

Roeselare, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

About My professional drive is rooted in sales, marketing, and communication management—where performance, ambition, and impact converge. I excel at building meaningful business relationships, securing new opportunities, and consistently exceeding expectations, particularly within complex HR environments. I am especially energized when shaping growth strategies and contributing to business development in international, high-performance contexts. With over 30 years of experience, I have cultivated a strong reputation as a strategic business developer and sales leader. My approach is both results-driven and reflective: success fuels momentum, while challenges sharpen insight. Delivering measurable impact is always the priority. I lead with energy, clarity, and conviction—coaching teams to perform at their highest level while fostering a culture of ownership, trust, and excellence. My strengths lie in combining sharp business acumen with compelling storytelling, allowing me to translate strategy into action and vision into results. I naturally balance big-picture thinking with precise execution. I am often described as a “solid rock in sales,” a persuasive “storyteller,” and a true “communication evangelist.” Current Role As Business Development Manager at Acerta, Belgium’s leading HR partner, I support entrepreneurs and organizations with premium, end-to-end HR solutions—ranging from payroll and consulting to legal and social expertise—guiding them through every stage of their growth journey. Lifestyle & Interests I maintain a strong affinity for marketing, media, consulting, automotive, interior design, photography, and architecture. Sport is an essential part of my lifestyle, with a focus on half-marathons across Europe, karting, mountain biking, and fitness. I am equally inspired by travel, classic cars, and the art of collecting scale models. Photography Parallel to my business career, I am developing myself as a professional photographer, with a clear ambition to specialize in high-end, exclusive imagery. My focus lies in sports cars, classic cars, luxury products, and real estate—capturing aesthetics, craftsmanship, and emotion through a refined and premium visual lens. I am actively building a portfolio and open to collaborations within the luxury segment. Let’s Connect I value meaningful connections and high-quality conversations. 📞 +32 472 601 461

Experience

  • Business Development Manager Customized Payroll Solutions at Acerta
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

    Focus on Sales and Business Development specifically for the Customized Payroll Solutions department within Acerta. I mainly work on Corporate & Large Accounts and International Clients. Strategic focus on CPS projects in Flanders and Brussels, make the extensive consulting offer widely known in the segment of large organizations and participate in the further development of Acerta's international partnerships. Management of RFP's & Tenders linked to Acerta's offering.

  • Building Expertise in High-End Automotive & Luxury Photography at SNT
    Jun 2026 - Jun 2026 · 1 mo

    Alongside my business career, I am actively developing a strong focus on premium photography, supported by guidance from an experienced professional. My ambition is to specialize in exclusive, high-end imagery, with a particular interest in sports, classic cars, luxury products, and real estate. My work is driven by a passion for capturing design, detail, timeless elegance, and visual storytelling. To further strengthen my skills and professional foundation, I am currently pursuing a formal education at SNT in Bruges to become a certified professional photographer.

  • International Sales Manager Belgium & DACH Region at SuccessDay
    Jun 2023 - Oct 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

    SuccessDay is an HR consultancy firm specialised in Employee Journey, HRIT and People Analytics. It offers independent advice and support before, during and after a company’s transition to a new digital HRIT/HCM system like Workday, OracleHCM, SuccessFactors or Ceridian Dayforce. With its global experience and expertise, SuccessDay helps organisations focus on their employee experience for an efficient, effective HR transformation.

  • International Business Development Manager Benelux at HR Path
    May 2022 - May 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Front face of HR Path Benelux and responsable for creating and applying sales strategies for the Benelux market area. Working closely with international sales team for the various business lines (e.g. SAP Succesfactors, Nubo, Workday) in the entire region.

  • Securex (4 yrs 11 mos)
    • Regional Account Manager - Brussels Region
      Feb 2021 - May 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos

      Business Development and Account Management focused on medium-sized companies. Consultancy towards SME-market on the services portfolio of Securex e.g. staff administration, payroll calculations, prevention, well-being, absenteeism and HR consulting.

    • Key Account Manager - Corporate & International Markets
      Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Daily management of HR related questions and strategic projects coming from HR Directors & Managers with an emphasis on payroll, safety and wellbeing at work, engagement and satisfaction at work, talent development and income insurance. Active in both key account management as well as in business development.

    • International Sales Manager
      Jul 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 6 mos

      Responsible for and focussing on international sales & business development within Securex. Development of the international client portfolio of companies with HQ's in Belgium, France, The Netherlands, Luxemburg, Spain and other European countries.