Brussels Metropolitan Area
I am an international business leader focused on helping organizations and senior executives navigate transformation in a rapidly evolving global environment. As Managing Director, International at The Conference Board, I lead international growth and executive engagement across markets outside the United States. My work centers on building trusted executive communities, shaping strategic dialogue, and connecting leaders around the issues redefining business today, including: • AI and workforce transformation • geopolitics and global risk • sustainability and responsible business • leadership and the future of work Over the course of my career, I have: • led international teams • expanded member-based businesses • built strategic partnerships • launched leadership initiatives • convened senior decision-makers across industries and regions I am particularly passionate about: • global leadership and organizational transformation • executive peer networks and strategic dialogue • cross-border collaboration • future workforce and talent strategies • strengthening connections between business, policy, and society Before joining The Conference Board, I led the British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium, working closely with European institutions, policymakers, and multinational business leaders. I believe the most important leadership conversations today happen across disciplines, industries, and borders — and I care deeply about creating environments where those conversations can drive meaningful action. Specialties: Global strategy | Executive engagement | International growth | Leadership networks | Human capital | Thought leadership | Strategic partnerships | Cross-cultural leadership
Lead international strategy and executive engagement across markets outside the United States for The Conference Board. Convene and partner with C-suite executives and senior business leaders from multinational organizations on the issues shaping the future of business, leadership, and workforce transformation. Focus areas include: • International growth and organizational positioning • Executive engagement strategy • Global leadership communities • Strategic partnerships and stakeholder influence • Cross-regional collaboration and thought leadership • External representation and executive moderation Represent The Conference Board through high-level executive convenings, leadership discussions, speaking engagements, and strategic stakeholder relationships across global markets.
Regional scope expanded from Europe to Europe & Asia during tenure. Led the growth and development of The Conference Board’s international executive programs and member engagement activities across Europe and Asia. Oversaw executive peer networks, councils, conferences, and leadership initiatives designed to support multinational organizations navigating workforce, leadership, and organizational transformation. Key contributions included: • Expanding regional operations and executive communities across Asia • Strengthening member engagement and retention strategies • Building cross-regional partnerships and leadership networks • Leading multidisciplinary international teams • Supporting international business development and growth initiatives Worked closely with senior executives and global thought leaders to create high-impact leadership forums and strategic dialogue platforms across regions.
Led the British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium, strengthening relationships between the international business community and European institutions. Worked closely with senior corporate leaders, policymakers, and institutional stakeholders to advance strategic dialogue, executive engagement, and cross-border business collaboration. Oversaw: • Organizational leadership and strategy • Membership growth and stakeholder engagement • Policy-focused business initiatives • Executive events and partnerships • Public affairs and institutional relations Represented the organization externally with European institutions, multinational companies, and international business leaders.