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🎄✨ Season's Greetings from VALPEO! ✨🎄 This year, we’re celebrating the holidays with a special gift—a reflection of the creativity and warmth that drive us every day. Our very own Frank De Mey, leadership advisor by day and songwriter by heart as McMay, has crafted something special for the season: Christmas Lady. This original song, filled with festive spirit and heart, captures the essence of connection and joy that we strive for in all we do. As the year winds down, we thank you for your trust and partnership—it fuels our mission to make an impact in leadership, growth, and innovation. Here’s to a season of harmony and a New Year filled with purpose, opportunity, and bold ideas. Warm wishes, The VALPEO Team

At VALPEO, we’re always exploring what makes people tick—the spark behind decisions, resilience, and growth. But inspiration doesn’t just come from studies or frameworks; it often finds us in different ways—through a gripping book, a powerful song, or a series that stays with us after the credits roll. This year, our international team came together to share what has stretched our minds, sparked joy, and shifted perspectives. As the holidays approach, we’re excited to pass these recommendations on to you: https://lnkd.in/exPgTPqX What’s been inspiring you this year? Let us know in the comments! 💬

De Toekomst van Talent: Wat Maakt Goede Leiders? Veel bedrijven zitten vast in de ‘competentie-val’ – we kijken vaak alleen naar wat iemand al kan in plaats van naar wat ze kunnen worden. Maar stel je voor dat we niet alleen focussen op ervaring, maar ook op groeipotentieel, aanpassingsvermogen en de drive om te leren. 🌱 Leiders van de toekomst zijn niet alleen experts in hun vak, maar ook mensen die flexibel zijn, nieuwe kansen zien en anderen kunnen inspireren. De echte leiders van morgen gaan niet alleen voor de harde skills, maar ook voor visie, innovatie en menselijkheid. Meer weten over hoe we talent op de juiste manier kunnen ontwikkelen voor de toekomst? Check dan dit interessante artikel! ➡️ Unlocking Future Talent: The Competency Trap Hoe zie jij de ideale leider van de toekomst? Laten we er samen over nadenken! Deel je ideeën hieronder. 👇 #Leadership #TalentDevelopment #FutureOfWork #Innovation https://lnkd.in/eksFqsig

Most organisations, knowingly or not, fall into what Catherine Maertens and Fabiaan Van Vrekhem call the competency trap. Job descriptions are often designed to address today’s needs, with candidates measured against how well their past experiences and current skills align with static requirements. This approach risks overlooking the dynamism of individuals—and tomorrow’s opportunities. 💡 The roles you hire for today might not even exist in 5 years. The challenge isn’t just about finding talent for now; it’s about unlocking the potential that will drive your success tomorrow. Read the full article here 👇

Congratulations to Harm van Tongeren on his appointment as Chief Commercial Officer at GoodLife Foods! With his leadership and vision, Harm is set to drive growth and innovation in the frozen food market as GoodLife Foods continues to expand its presence across Europe. At VALPEO, we’re proud to have partnered with GoodLife Foods and IK Partners in this executive search, ensuring alignment between strategic goals and leadership potential. Curious about the story behind this successful placement? Discover how a holistic and collaborative approach to executive search unlocked transformative value. 🔗 full article https://lnkd.in/evgmbPrD Congratulations, Harm, on this exciting new role!

In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, clinging to traditional restructuring methods is no longer sufficient. Downsizing and departmental mergers may address immediate challenges but often fail to prepare organisations for long-term disruptions and opportunities. Our latest article explores how restructuring can be transformed from a reactive cost-cutting measure into a proactive strategy for resilience and growth. Here’s what you’ll discover: 👉 Why conventional restructuring often falls short in a world of constant disruption. ✨ How purpose-driven transformation, agility, and cultural alignment can unlock long-term value. 🛠️ A step-by-step guide to implementing future-focused restructuring in your organisation. It’s time to reimagine restructuring—not just as a strategy to survive but as a framework to thrive in an ever-changing environment. 📖 Read the full article 👇 💡 Let us know: How is your organisation rethinking restructuring to meet tomorrow’s challenges? Share your insights in the comments below!

Welcoming Ronald de Zoete: Leading VALPEO’s Executive Interim Management in the Netherlands We’re thrilled to introduce Ronald de Zoete as our new Partner in the Netherlands, strengthening VALPEO’s commitment to delivering impactful, strategic leadership during critical transitions. Ronald brings extensive expertise in finance, restructuring, and executive leadership, combined with a deep understanding of the complex challenges organisations face today. If your organisation needs a partner to navigate complexity, connect with Ronald and the VALPEO team to explore how we can support your journey. Explore how Ronald’s vision and our holistic methodology can help shape a future-ready, agile organisation.👇

This week, our VALPEO team came together for an enriching two-day seminar, diving into the power of transformative thinking to shape our future. During the seminar, we explored our foundational assumptions and discussed how they might evolve in response to an ever-changing world. Through open discussions, collaborative exercises, and strategic planning, we're not only preparing for change — we're defining our role in it. 🌍 Who knows where VALPEO will go next? 😉 #leadership #teambuilding #future

🌊 Steering your leadership to success! 🌊 In today’s turbulent seas, leaders often feel as though they’re battling waves and currents, constantly reacting to keep their organisation’s ship on course. But what if there’s a way to move beyond the daily struggle and take control, steering a new, winning course? Our latest article, written by Annemie Viaene, delves into how unlocking next-level mental processes fuels success. It’s about shifting from reactive thinking to tightening the sails, setting a new direction, and confidently leading your team towards sustainable growth. If you’re feeling adrift or seeking fresh insights, read the full article on our website. Discover how an executive mentor can help you develop proactive strategies, embrace curiosity, and navigate challenges to find the next winning course.

Client success story: Post-merger HR transition management Merging six companies into one €1 billion business can be a complex challenge, especially when former competitors must now collaborate. Our client in the Telco and Energy sector faced exactly that after acquiring several businesses. 🌟 The Challenge: After merging, the client needed an HR transition manager who could navigate a complex environment and manage former competitors working together. 💡 The Solution: The HR Executive focused on anchoring talented managers, harmonizing HR policies, redesigning the organisation, and conducting a thorough due diligence of HR teams and processes. These actions paved the way for a smooth transition for the future HR Director. 🚀 The Result: Within 12 months, the HR Executive, experienced in change management, retention planning, union negotiations, and process integration, successfully embedded the value created by the M&A. The business was set up for success with a unified HR strategy.