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Carolien Germeys

Questioner · DISC type c
Talent Acquisition & Development Manager at DRIES VAN NOTEN
📍 Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium

Carolien Germeys is a seasoned human resources leader specializing in talent acquisition for the fashion industry. She has driven EMEA-wide strategies for major apparel companies like Kontoor Brands (Lee & Wrangler) and now serves as the Talent Acquisition & Development Manager at the luxury fashion house, Dries Van Noten. She is certified in the Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies.

Carolien is passionate about fostering inclusive and diverse work environments. She focuses on building cohesive teams where different voices are valued, creating a culture that thrives on synergy, innovation, and a deep sense of belonging. This is supported by her certification in Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Unique Fact: She successfully developed and executed the complete talent acquisition strategy for Kontoor Brands EMEA headquarters relocation from Belgium to Geneva, Switzerland.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Talent Acquisition & Development Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium
Personality Overview

How Carolien shows up

Not Easily Convinced
Systematic
Price-Sensitive

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.
 It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Priorities

Topics Carolien cares about

Diversity & Inclusivity
In a recent interview, she emphasized her focus on building cohesive, diverse teams and fostering an inclusive culture where different voices are valued.
Talent Acquisition Strategy
She has extensive experience developing and delivering comprehensive TA strategies across the EMEA region for major apparel and luxury brands.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Talent Acquisition & Development Manager
DRIES VAN NOTEN
7-2023 - 8-2024
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition EMEA
Kontoor Brands, Inc.
5-2021 - 9-2023
Talent Acquisition Manager EMEA
Kontoor Brands, Inc.
9-2019 - 4-2021
Talent Acquisition Partner EMEA
Kontoor Brands, Inc.
9-2016 - 9-2019
HR Officer
Bureau Veritas Group
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2005 - 2009
Bachelor's degree
Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen
Business admin
2003 Sint-Lodewijk (high school)
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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