A seasoned Manager with 25+ years regional and global management experience in transition & strategy.Passionate of working within the EU landscape of the Eur. Com., EP and Council with 20+ years experience, proven track record and with very good references and recommendations.Specialties: Business and Transition Strategy, Business development, Program governance, IT Service Management, Strategy and Portfolio Management, Program and Project Management, Contract Negotiation and Management, Business transformation and process improvementI assisted both Western and American managers develop and implement effective business strategies across cultures. I have coached executives to manage complex multiple programs, effectively negotiate joint venture agreements, manage acquisitions, and lead teams in the European and Asian Pacific Region. I have conducted training programs for American and European managers from IBM, Toyota, Delaware, Dolmen, Belgian Navy, Hewlett-Packard, Bekaert, Siemens, Unisys, Tieto Enator and European Commission (DG Taxud / Digit / DG Regio). I work from my extensive experience, negotiating, and communicating with European, American and Asia Pacific business people. I spent several years as Senior Consultant in Multinational organizations as well in the European Commission. I have lived and traveled extensively throughout Europe, America, Africa and Asia. I speak Dutch, English, French and German. I hold a master degree in Telecommunication and digital techniques..