Innovation Officer @ vzw Kompas
Innovation Officer at vzw Kompas
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Innovation Officer
vzw Kompas
Jan 2026 - Present
Innovation Officer
vzw Kompas
At vzw Kompas, we provide tailored and client-first support in living, learning, working & leisure to persons with disabilities. As Innovation Officer, I scout, bring in, implement and teach new technologies & approaches to help our teams, our organisation and our clients get the most joy out of each and every one of their days.
Co-founder & Advisory Board Member
Ekoli vzw
Sep 2016 - Present
Co-founder & Advisory Board Member
Ekoli vzw
Vision Science inclusive! Our tagline summarises our mission: Ekoli vzw wants to give every child the opportunity to experiment, create and research in science, regardless of their prior knowledge or background. We focus on an inclusive approach to inspire as many children and young people as possible, after all, science must be accessible to everyone. Because the children and young people of today are the scientists of tomorrow. The bright minds who have to develop sustainable solutions for the future: think of biodegradable building materials, light production with micro-organisms, curing incurable diseases, growing animal-free meat… Mission Making science tangible and accessible for all kids, that is our mission. How do we achieve this in concrete terms? By lowering the barriers that prevent children and young people from a vulnerable context from coming into contact with science. We detect 4 major barriers that we try to reduce as much as possible: Accessibility Prior knowledge, background or specific care needs Financial resources Lack of recognizable role models
Business Developer
Avecom
Oct 2024 - Jan 2026
Business Developer
Avecom
With the goal of making the world a better and healthier place, combined with a strong scientific background, Avecom is a true leader in its field. Our team specializes in biodegradation, biosynthesis, and engineering microbial consortia for sustainable and cost-efficient solutions in environmental remediation and biomass fermentation. We collaborate with industrial partners for research & development and scaling of innovative microbial processes that result in new biobased products and applications.
Sales Development Manager
CTRL-F
Sep 2023 - Oct 2024
Sales Development Manager
CTRL-F
Als Sales Development Manager sta ik in voor de uitbouw en het beheer van een klantenportefeuille binnen de niche Science en dit in regio's Gent, Mechelen & Leuven. Voor ons zijn klanten zowel bedrijven als kandidaten. Mijn specialisatie ligt in de match maken tussen life science professionals en life science bedrijven. Maatwerk is key bij ons. Om beide klanten van de correcte service te voorzien, ga ik vanuit een 360°-functie te werk. Ik neem zowel de binnendienst als buitendienst op mij. Zo zoek en selecteer ik zelf kandidaten, onderhoud ik contact met mijn bestaande bedrijvenportefeuille en breid ik deze uit met nieuwe spelers, via zowel telefonische als face-to-face prospectie. Aangezien ik zo dicht bij de twee partijen ben betrokken, kan ik snel en efficiënt inspelen op de verwachtingen van beiden. Ik begeleid op een professionele wijze het gehele sollicitatieproces tot opstart en blijf nadien in nauw contact met klant en kandidaat over de samenwerking
Recruitment Partner
Ctrl-F
Sep 2022 - Nov 2023
Recruitment Partner
Ctrl-F
As Recruitment Partner, I coordinate the day-to-day of our office located in Melle. CTRL-F Engineering & Life Sciences specializes in the recruitment and selection of technical staff and executives. My team currently consists of three talented individuals (including myself, with some modesty) who work tirelessly to match companies and professionals within the engineering niche. My role is not just coordinating this office, but also motivating, monitoring, and coaching. With an absolute passion for prospecting, I actively approach potential new clients to create the best possible matches. Of course, the job doesn't end with prospecting. I negotiate contracts and price agreements with clients, build professional customer relationships and maintain them afterwards. Companies and professionals can not only rely on me for recruitment-related questions, but my network can also always turn to me for HR advice.
Coordinator (Voluntarily)
Ekoli vzw
Feb 2017 - Mar 2023
Coordinator (Voluntarily)
Ekoli vzw
Recruitment Manager
CTRL-F
Aug 2021 - Sep 2022
Recruitment Manager
CTRL-F
Sales Recruitment Consultant
CTRL-F
May 2021 - Aug 2021
Sales Recruitment Consultant
CTRL-F
As a Sales Recruitment Consultant, I am responsible for developing and managing a client portfolio within the engineering niche in the Ghent region. For us, clients are both companies and candidates. My specialization lies in matching engineers with technical companies, with customization being key. To provide both clients with the correct service, I work from a 360-degree function. I take on both the inside as well as outside responsibilities. I search and select candidates myself, maintain contact with my existing portfolio of companie, and expand it with new firms through both telephone and face-to-face prospecting. Since I am closely involved with both parties, I can quickly and efficiently respond to their expectations. I professionally guide the entire recruitment process to start-up and then remain in close contact with both the client and the candidate regarding the collaboration.
Senior Recruitment Specialist
CTRL-F
Sep 2020 - May 2021
Senior Recruitment Specialist
CTRL-F
As a Senior Recruitment Specialist, I am the first point of contact for Ctrl-F. Our office specializes in technical employees in the East Flanders region. Below is an overview of my main tasks: - I recruit and select candidates through various channels - I thoroughly screen candidates to understand their needs - With my persuasive skills, I prospect smoothly over the phone - I efficiently handle administrative tasks In my role, perseverance and assertiveness are necessary to maximize every situation. As a Senior Recruitment Specialist, I focus on one specific niche, building expertise that clients and candidates appreciate.
Recruitment Specialist
CTRL-F
Jul 2019 - Sep 2020
Recruitment Specialist
CTRL-F
Co Founder
ReaGent vzw
Jul 2015 - Sep 2019
Co Founder
ReaGent vzw
ReaGent is a DIY-biolab, a community-driven public lab which provides knowledge and infrastructure to anyone interested in researching, learning or discovering biotech.
Science communicator
Break It Down
Nov 2016 - Jul 2019
Science communicator
Break It Down
Break it Down is a collective of rebel scientists, storytellers and facilitators, each with their own field of expertise. We help you put your message out there and increase your societal impact.
Process Operator
Ashland Inc
Aug 2016 - Oct 2016
Process Operator
Ashland Inc
Research Collaborator
Ghent University and Hogeschool Gent
Sep 2015 - Jul 2016
Research Collaborator
Ghent University and Hogeschool Gent
Writer/Director/Producer
Kuru
Dec 2013 - Nov 2015
Writer/Director/Producer
Kuru
Kuru is a new, passion driven production company that aims to bring the horror genre to the public, through films and events.
Student Volunteer
Razor Reel Fantastic Film Festival
Oct 2013 - Nov 2013
Student Volunteer
Razor Reel Fantastic Film Festival
Location Management Trainee
Eyeworks
2012
Location Management Trainee
Eyeworks
Catering, logisistics, security
Education: 2
NCOI Opleidingen
Business Development Management
Sep 2023
NCOI Opleidingen
Business Development Management
Hogeschool Gent
Bachelor’s Degree, Biotechnology
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015
Hogeschool Gent
Bachelor’s Degree, Biotechnology
I learned a wide array of techniques in the field of molecular biotechnology,
Projects: 1
Horroroids
horroroids.com
May 2013 - May 2016
Horroroids
horroroids.com
Horroroids.com brings you the best horror movie suggestions, in all subgenres. Read|Watch|Scream
Credentials: 1
Generative AI for Professionals
EHSAL Management School
Volunteering: 1
Monitor
Solidaris Vlaanderen
Aug 2015 - Present
Monitor
Solidaris Vlaanderen
Mentor people with mental and/or physical challenges during week camps, holidays & activities
Awards: 2
Falling Walls Engage Finalist
Ekoli was selected as one of 10 finalists in international science engagement projects.
Famelab Finalist
An international competition in which STEM-scientists give a 3-minute talk about a scientific principle or technique to a lay audience in a clear, but gripping way. I explained the Polymerase Chain Reaction, as it is a technique which I use daily, but still leaves me awestruck with it's simplicity and limitless possibilities.