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Human. Practical. Fast. That's the new way of change.
​​Tech is moving faster than ever. Priorities shift overnight, restructures are frequent, and technical expertise alone is no longer enough.
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Today, leadership means being the calm in the storm, building trust across the company, and keeping teams motivated when nothing feels stable.
That’s where I come in.
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Here's more about me:
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What I Help With
Unblocking Teams
Managers Transitioning to Executives
Change Audits &
Emergency Support
When teams are stuck in silos, losing motivation, or spinning in circles, I run rapid interventions to reset alignment, rebuild ownership, and get momentum back.
Moving from leading a department to influencing the whole company is a big leap. I help new executives find their footing. Building confidence, clarity, and presence at the company level without losing their technical edge.
Sometimes change plans don’t land. Sometimes the organization is already mid-crisis. I offer fast, independent second opinions on transformation strategies or step in with emergency support when things are breaking down.
How I work
Three principles guide my work:
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1. Change with Humans in Mind
Every transformation has an emotional side. Together we (re-)design change plans that don't just map tasks, but that tackle trust, uncertainty, and motivation.
2. Grounded Leadership Coaching
Before executives can lead others through uncertainty, they need to steady themselves. Together, we work on personal clarity, confidence, and presence.
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3. Practical Interventions
No endless theory. I create short, structured sessions that surface frustrations, clarify priorities, and move teams forward—fast.
Tech company executive
“Geertruyt understands the human drivers behind change and engages people in ways no framework can. That’s why I’ve hired her several times — the impact is lasting.”
NGO leader
"Geertruyt helped our leadership team find common ground during a challenging transformation. Her approach combines deep expertise with genuine care for people."
Sr VP Tansport
"My confidence shot up. Geertruyt didn't just reflect with me. She actively thought with me and prepared me for boardroom conversations. My impact with peers has grown significantly, and I'm so glad I hired her right at the start of my executive role."
Embracing neurodiversity
Building workplaces where every kind of mind can thrive isn’t just the right thing to do. It’s smart business.
Around 1 in 5 people are neurodiverse, which means your teams already include a mix of thinking styles. The real question: are you turning that difference into strength?
I work with leaders and organizations to create environments where unique perspectives fuel innovation, collaboration, and performance.
