Get to know me

A woman dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, sitting on a tatami mat, performing a tea ceremony with a chagama (tea kettle), while holding a ladle and facing away from the camera. Steam rises from the kettle.

Do you want to know more about me?

Then you have come to the right place.

If you have any additional questions, you can contact me at any time.

This is me

A smiling woman sitting on tatami mats in a room with a flower arrangement in front of her, including white and pink flowers in a black vase, with a pair of scissors and a small brush nearby. The room has shoji doors and a partially visible fireplace in the background.

When I was around 8 years old, I stumbled upon the enchanting Japanese television drama 'Oshin,' and it transformed my life in ways I could have never imagined. What I saw onscreen captivated me so deeply that I felt an unstoppable urge to explore further.

This lifelong journey into Japanese culture has taken me from being a cross-cultural consultant to embracing the vibrant world of professional Taiko drumming, among many other adventures!

Today, as I focus on HR and business consultancy and coaching, I carry with me a treasure trove of unique experiences and insights. My passion for Japan's rich traditions infuses my work with creativity and innovation while ensuring that tangible results are achieved.

Kokorozashi

Three women standing behind a table with a GLOBIS banner at a graduate management school event.

During my MBA studies at GLOBIS University in Tokyo, I learned more about Kokorozashi. Kokorozashi is more than a mission, it's what really drives you deep down.

It helped me understand what really inspired me in my life, and why I felt I needed to pivot after a successful career in Belgium.

In my entire career, connecting and helping people has always been the most important ingredient. Delivering quality on time as an Office and Operations Manager, providing a one-stop solution as an independent entrepreneur, and now finally really helping people work better together and feel like they belong at work.

Because GLOBIS has given me so much, I volunteer to help whenever I can. A little thing I can do to give back and pay it forward.

A performer on stage with multiple traditional drums, likely in a concert or cultural event, with a large audience in the background.

Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with and for various Japanese companies, which has been such a rewarding experience.

I’ve had the joy of training in Ikebana, the beautiful art of flower arranging, and performing Taiko, a traditional Japanese drumming, during company events. Using my understanding of Japanese culture, I’ve worked hard to bridge differences in work styles and foster better communication.

It’s also been thrilling and rewarding to share the energy of Taiko with audiences ranging from small gatherings to thousands of excited fans!

With over 20 years of immersion in this enriching culture, I'm grateful for the opportunity to keep learning every day, particularly through deep and meaningful conversations with my spouse, Makoto.