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Agile Coach @ CM
Supporting and guiding the DACE (Data and Analytics Center of Excellence) Team of CM (~50 people) to a more Scrum way of working.
Led the shift from “doing Agile” to being Agile by re-designing team structures and coaching leadership on proper Agile practices, ensuring alignment with business value delivery.
Restructured large, siloed teams into smaller, cross-domain squads, enabling each team to deliver end-to-end solutions within sprints instead of isolated domain-based output.
Collaborated with Scrum Masters to establish cross-functional team ownership, reducing dependencies and fostering shared accountability across data engineers, developers, and analysts.
Drove cultural change by breaking down silos, coaching specialists to work across domains, which increased flexibility, improved predictability, and boosted delivery speed.
Facilitated sprint adoption across all teams, ensuring consistent ceremonies, shared backlog priorities, and transparency of progress through Agile metrics.
Program Manager @ Ferm
Overseeing the software programs at Ferm.
Directed software programs with an annual budget of ~€5M, ensuring strategic allocation of resources and cost efficiency across multiple initiatives.
Coordinated and guided a cross-functional team of ~35 members, aligning engineering, product, and operations efforts to deliver against program objectives.
Defined and communicated the vision and strategy for software teams, translating organizational needs into clear roadmaps and measurable goals.
Implemented transformative changes in ways of working, driving efficiency, scalability, and stronger alignment between teams and business outcomes.
Monitored and evaluated program success through KPIs and metrics, ensuring accountability and transparency in delivery.
Provided regular reporting to the Board of Directors and senior stakeholders, shaping strategic decisions and fostering trust through data-driven insights.
Project Manager @ Digitaal Vlaanderen
Led the implementation of complex cross-business projects, ensuring seamless coordination across departments and alignment with organizational objectives.
Drove modernization of existing procedures and processes, improving efficiency, standardization, and scalability in day-to-day operations.
Monitored and evaluated project success through milestones and KPIs, ensuring timely delivery and measurable business impact.
Reported progress, risks, and outcomes to Program Manager and key stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making and transparency at all levels.
Facilitated cross-functional collaboration and change adoption, fostering stronger alignment between business units and accelerating delivery.
Operations Manager & Cofounder business unit @ Tobania
Co-founded and operated Tobania.Public, a specialized business unit delivering innovative digital solutions for the public sector.
Directed a 15-member team, coordinating operations, defining vision, and guiding the development of in-house products tailored to client needs.
Managed a yearly budget of ~€2M, overseeing projects ranging from €50K to €600K and ensuring financial accountability across all initiatives.
Led presales and business development activities, engaging with prospective clients, shaping proposals, and contributing to new revenue streams.
Reported progress and strategic insights directly to the CEO, influencing organizational decisions and positioning the business unit for long-term growth.
Drove innovation and operational efficiency, establishing Tobania.Public as a trusted partner for public sector digital transformation.
Telecom Project Manager @ Infra4All (Proximus)
Led Fiber To The Business (FTTB) projects for Proximus, managing budgets ranging from €200K to €500K and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
Oversaw end-to-end project execution, from trench works and infrastructure setup to fiber welding and final delivery.
Coordinated resources across multiple simultaneous projects, optimizing planning and minimizing delays.
Provided structured reporting, delivering weekly updates to the Proximus Project Manager and comprehensive monthly reports to stakeholders.
Ensured alignment between contractors, technical teams, and stakeholders, maintaining clear communication and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
Demonstrated strong expertise in complex telecom infrastructure delivery, consistently driving quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
Project Manager @ Tobania
Managed multiple public sector projects with budgets ranging from €20K to €150K, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget.
Engaged in presales activities and client acquisition, supporting business growth through proposals, presentations, and early-stage client engagement.
Oversaw account management and upselling to existing clients, strengthening long-term partnerships and expanding revenue streams.
Delivered comprehensive project reporting to stakeholders, providing transparency, progress insights, and alignment with strategic goals.
Demonstrated strong client relationship management skills, fostering trust and collaboration across public sector organizations.