Strategy & Transformation

I turn boardroom ambitions into plans that actually move.

Strategy and transformation leader with 6+ years advising C-suite executives across industries, with a focus on financial services and media. From 5-year strategic plans to large transformation & M&A programs, I combine big-picture thinking with hands-on delivery.

Brussels, Belgium · Flexible to relocate +32 474 03 31 04
Ines Poelmans

Where I've delivered

2019 — Present
Strategy Manager
Monitor Deloitte · Brussels
Lead strategic engagements for top-tier Belgian clients across financial services, media, and adjacent sectors. From corporate strategy and M&A programmes to post-merger integrations, I work at the intersection of strategic vision and execution.
5-year strategic plans 800K+ customer migration €50M+ annual savings Junior recruitment lead
April — June 2019
Consultant Intern
NGO "Pikala" · Marrakech, Morocco
Developed market entry strategy for a bicycle delivery service focused on sustainability and inclusion. Led market research, business case development, and pilot launch.
Market entry Sustainability
Aug — Sep 2017
Business Development Intern
Start-up "Beolu" · Brussels
Developed go-to-market strategy for LED horticulture lighting. Responsible for sales and marketing execution.
Go-to-market LED horticulture

Where I learned

2018 — 2019
Master in International Management & Strategy
Vlerick Business School · Brussels
Cum Laude (75%) · FT Masters in Management: #14 worldwide
2016 — 2018
MSc in Business Engineering
KU Leuven · Leuven
Magna Cum Laude (79%) · World University Ranking: #46
2017
International Business Summer Programme
ESADE Business School · Barcelona
Summa Cum Laude (87%) · Global MBA Ranking: #8
2015
Erasmus Exchange Programme
Universidad de Valencia · Spain
Magna Cum Laude (84%)

Things I've built

Healthcare Website Built with Claude
Huisartsenpraktijk Dr. Poelmans
A full website for a general practitioner's office in Alken, Belgium. Includes team profiles, online appointment booking via the digital waiting room, opening hours, FAQ, and location details. Built to give a small family practice a modern, welcoming digital presence.
huisartsenpraktijk-poelmans.be
Huisartsenpraktijk Dr. Poelmans website
Crowdfunding Non-profit Built with Claude
Seedly
A crowdfunding platform for brick-and-mortar venues in Brussels. Neighbours back cafes, bakeries, and shops before they open and become their first regulars. Fully functional with payments, campaigns, and a backer dashboard. Built as a non-profit with a 1% fee to cover operational costs.
seedly.brussels
Seedly Brussels website

Beyond work

Interests

Tennis
Team Sports
Piano
Running
Lifestyle
Travel

Languages

Dutch Native
English Fluent
French Professional
Spanish Basic