We are the Profounders
We are Profounders and thrive on creativity, collaboration, and innovation. We
foster a vibrant culture where passion, diversity, and a can-do spirit drive us
to deliver exceptional results together.
Meet the team
Feel the culture
Meet the team
Feel the culture
Marketing Solutions
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Boudino de Jong
Lead Technology Solutions & Founder
Boudino de Jong
Boudino leads the tech team at Profound, where he guides the development and implementation of digital solutions from concept to launch. He guides and mentors the team in developing and implementing high-quality software and websites and resolves technical challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
He has a strong background in Business Administration and International Business from the University of Groningen. During his studies, Boudino gained experience as a Personal Banking Investment Advisor at ING in the Netherlands, served as Chief Innovation Officer at Don Caribe, and co-founded both Profound and Skempi – the latter being the first online Caribbean music streaming platform. After returning to Curaçao in 2015, he guided Profound’s growth into a leading tech-marketing agency.
When he’s not steering digital innovation, it’s likely you will find him out on the water – snorkeling, boating, or fishing. Boudino also enjoys exploring his creative side through digital art projects.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Gino Jacobs
Lead Growth Solutions & Founder
Gino Jacobs
Lead Growth Solutions & Founder
Gino leads Profound’s Growth Solutions with a focus on client success, team development, and strategic expansion. He plays a critical role in our (international) growth and has been a key factor in the expansion of our organisational culture. Additionally, he plays an active role in managing senior and growth accounts.
With a bachelor’s in International Business Management and a master’s in Strategic Management (magna cum laude) from Erasmus University, he balances strategic insights with creative energy. Gino and Boudino founded Profound in 2016, and Gino has been bringing vision and positivity to the office ever since.
When he’s not building brands, you’ll find him boxing, reading or behind the DJ booth. Fun fact: he knows an impressive number of facts about palm trees.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Charis de Haseth
Lead Client Solutions & Creative Strategist
Charis de Haseth
Lead Client Solutions & Creative Strategist
Charis leads the Client Solutions team at Profound while also leading creative strategies for our clients. She turns challenges into opportunities and ideas into results. She uses her creativity and storytelling skills to develop content that captures the attention of consumers and drives business growth, and formulates effective marketing strategies aligned with clients’ objectives, whether that’s increasing brand awareness or revenue growth.
Born in Venezuela, raised in Curaçao, and shaped in Rotterdam, she’s a proud mom of three. Outside of work, she enjoys DIY projects, dancing, podcast deep dives and road trips that are fueled by music.
📩Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Katiana Kleist
Lead Profound Solutions
Katiana Kleist
Lead Profound Solutions
Katiana keeps Profound grounded, both financially and culturally. As Lead Profound Solutions, she makes sure operations are running smoothly, team dynamics are strong, and the finances are stable.
She has a background in Business Economics (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam) and Business Administration (University of Curaçao), along with experience as the Assistant to the Consul General at the Chinese Consulate in Curaçao, later taking on the management of daily operations at a trust company. Hence, Katiana offers both structure and people-focus to the team here at Profound.
A true people person who prefers animals, she’s always the first (and last) on the dance floor at any office party.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
Tech Solutions
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Stevly Belioso
Administrative Assistant
Stevly Belioso
Administrative Assistant
Stevly supports Profound’s finance and administrative departments operations as our Administrative Assistant. He is currently studying Administration and Commerce at St. Jozef VSBO. Working at Profound allows him to combine his studies with hands-on experience in the professional world.
Outside of work and school, he loves to decorate for parties, especially for Christmas. Stevly’s other hobby is dancing: he can learn a full choreography in just one day! He also helped bring the Cur-Love-Care website, a project we’re all very proud of, to life.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Lauren van der Kolk
Creative Lead
Lauren van der Kolk
Creative Lead
Lauren van der Kolk has over 20 years of international experience in the design industry. As a former Design director she has experience in setting up and managing creative, and multidisciplinary teams. Her management skills include giving fair and critical feedback to the team, leading off-sites, and motivating the team to get the very best out of each team member. As a design leader, Lauren is very detail-oriented, with a great eye for the balance in designs.
Beyond her design & management skills, Lauren’s positive attitude and her abundance of energy make her a pleasure to work with.
Lauren is a real people’s person, who understands feelings & needs very well. A fun fact about her is that she is “Mega Dyslexic” (and very proud to be).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Zhandro Bonifacia
Senior Graphic Designer
Zhandro Bonifacia
Senior Graphic Designer
As Senior Graphic Designer, Zhandro designs bold and brand-driven visuals that make a lasting impact. With experience across Curaçao and the Netherlands, he combines creative flair with strategic thinking, and mentors the design team to do the same.
Beyond design, he enjoys digital art, movies and once took home gold at a paintball championship in Panama.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Nicolás Lozada
Content Coordinator & Senior Graphic Designer
Nicolás Lozada
Content Coordinator & Senior Graphic Designer
As a Senior Graphic Designer, Nicolás is a creative powerhouse dedicated to crafting innovative branding and impactful designs. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of brand identity, he ensures every visual aligns seamlessly with client guidelines. His expertise in creating compelling content not only enhances brand recognition but also drives business growth and exceeds client expectations.
Nicolás majored in Design at Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia. With a diverse background in visual arts, he has worked as a UX/UI designer at Fancy APIs, a composition and VFX artist at Insert Coin Animation Studios, and a Graphic Designer at SEC Newgate. Passionate about creativity in all its forms, he enjoys animated media, appreciating the artistry behind films and shows. As a proud Caleño, he has a deep love for music, especially salsa, which he enjoys both listening to and dancing.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Denzel Cathalina
Graphic Design Intern
Denzel Cathalina
Graphic Design Intern
From Curaçao to the Netherlands and back again – bringing fresh creativity to our studio
Denzel is our Graphic Design Intern at Profound, strengthening our creative studio with fresh ideas. He is in his final year of studying Graphic Design at ArtAZ University of the Arts in Zwolle. Having moved across the ocean from Curaçao to The Netherlands on his own at 17, he has now temporarily come back to the island to work as an intern at Profound.
Outside of work, Denzel also loves being creative: his hobbies are designing and drawing, both digitally and traditionally.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Timothy Monte
Project Manager
Timothy Monte
Project Manager
Timothy studied International Creative Business at InHolland University of Applied Sciences in The Hague, graduating with top honors. During his studies, he completed a minor in Film and Cinematography and an internship in Digital Marketing at Smove Amsterdam. His strong foundation in branding, teamwork, and customer engagement enables him to bridge creativity and business value seamlessly in every project he manages.
Outside of work, Timothy is an avid traveler and fitness enthusiast who trains 4–5 times a week and is currently taking on the challenge of mastering calisthenics. Passionate about photography and video editing, he also enjoys directing and modeling in photoshoots. Fun fact: as a kid, Timothy swore he’d never touch sushi, but after living in the Netherlands, he’s become a total fan. Bring him some spicy uramaki, and you’ll make his day!
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Kaylee Bierman
Project Manager
Kaylee Bierman
Project Manager
Known at the office as our resident “Energy Healer,” Kaylee combines calm energy with sharp project management skills. As Project Manager, she leads mostly marketing retainers and campaigns, making sure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are always met. In other words: she plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional results.
With a strong background in marketing, including roles at Microsoft Netherlands, she combines structure with creativity to deliver results that clients can count on.
Outside of work, she loves to travel, embrace new adventures and create calm moments for others through energy healing.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Layla Lindquist
Project Manager
Layla Lindquist
Project Manager
As a Project Manager at Profound, Layla is responsible for managing and coordinating project execution, focusing on web projects, marketing retainers, and marketing campaigns. She collaborates closely with clients to ensure project deliverables are met within the agreed-upon timeline, budget, and quality standards. She plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional results.
Layla holds a degree in International Media & Entertainment Management, specializing in production. She worked as a video editor in Nicaragua and was part of the production team at the Buenos Aires Film Festival in Argentina. In Curaçao, she has experience as a wedding planner. In her free time, Layla enjoys family, travel, hosting dinners, cooking, gardening, and water sports.
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Nikita Noordstar
Multimedia Creative & Online Marketer
Nikita Noordstar
Multimedia Creative & Online Marketer
With a background in photography, videography, and graphic design, Nikita brings over 9 years of creative experience to Profound. As a Multimedia Creative and Online Marketer, she plays a key role in crafting stories that capture attention and amplify campaign impact. Her work seamlessly blends storytelling with technical precision, supported by her ICT degree from ROC Amsterdam.
Beyond the office, Nikita thrives on intensity and creativity: she is a dedicated CrossFit athlete, and enjoys tackling DIY and photography projects in her free time.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Joy Veenstra
Project Manager
Joy Veenstra
Project Manager
Don’t let her name fool you: Joy is all about dark thrillers and psychological dramas, and when there’s a high-stake project deadline, she means business. Her background in hospitality and event management allows her to bring structure and precision to every project with flair. Joy’s role involves managing web projects and campaigns from start to finish. She keeps them on schedule and on budget, but also makes sure expectations are exceeded.
Outside the office, Joy is a passionate salsa dancer, coffee lover, traveler, and holds an SDEN-1 wine certificate. She also has a competitive side: she placed third at the Dutch National Karate Championships, her discipline runs deep.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Karim Sawda
Senior Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Karim Sawda
Tech Senior
As a Developer, Karim is responsible for building, testing, and maintaining websites using platforms like WordPress, Chipmunk, Craft, among others. This entails proactive updates, troubleshooting issues during and after the development process, and devising effective solutions. Karim has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Faculty of Sciences at the Lebanese University. He also did a two-month internship at a company in Lebanon, where, as a junior Java developer, he worked on projects for all Lebanon municipalities while focusing on web programming with Java.
In his free-time, you’ll likely find Karim playing basketball, hiking, camping, or listening to music.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Alaa Shafshak
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Alaa Shafshak
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Alaa bridges development and support at Profound, building hiqh-quality tech solutions but also keeping our customers happy as our Tech Support Specialist. With a background in Computer Science (graduated Cum Laude!) and years of fullstack development under her belt, she works across WordPress and high-traffic platforms. She’s also our go-to for timely tech support that actually solves things.
Outside of work? She’s thrift shopping for one-of-a-kind treasures, listening to podcasts, and surprising people with her raspberry-shaped birthmark (not a tattoo!).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Hilal Masri
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Hilal Masri
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Hilal is a versatile Fullstack Developer at Profound, skilled in custom WordPress builds, mobile solutions, and high-traffic platforms. With a strong technical background and an eye for user-focused solutions, he combines back-end power with front-end finesse.
When he’s not coding, you’ll find Hilal hiking, traveling, or capturing cultures through his lens.
📩Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Stan van Heumen
Senior Software Developer
Stan van Heumen
Senior Software Developer
As Senior Software Developer at Profound, Stan builds the digital foundations behind our apps, websites, and custom software solutions. With a sharp eye for performance and precision, he turns complex ideas into seamless, scalable products that help clients grow.
Before joining Profound, Stan studied Computer Science at Avans University of Applied Sciences in Den Bosch and co-founded Bravobit, now part of Betaphor, a development partnership with Profound focused on cutting-edge software and portal solutions.
Outside of coding, you’ll likely find him unwinding with a good movie or a drink on a sunny terrace.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Brian van den Broek
Senior Software Developer
Brian van den Broek
Senior Software Developer
As Senior Software Developer at Profound, Stan builds the digital foundations behind our apps, websites, and custom software solutions. With a sharp eye for performance and precision, he turns complex ideas into seamless, scalable products that help clients grow. Before joining Profound, Stan studied Computer Science at Avans University of Applied Sciences in Den Bosch.
In his spare time, there’s nothing Brian loves more than sightseeing in different cities, watching TV shows, and having some beer on the beach (when the weather permits it).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Christiaan Geluk
Online Marketing Manager
Christiaan Geluk
Online Marketing Manager
Chris leads Profound’s online marketing team, where he combines his love for data with strategic insight to deliver measurable results. Whether it’s boosting visibility through social media, Google Advertising, and SEO implementations, or optimizing performance through tools like Google Analytics and Databox, he’s all about getting quantifiable results.
Fun fact? Even though he lives in sunny Curaçao, he holds a license to drive oversnow vehicles. When Chris is not experimenting with data, you’ll probably find him experimenting in the kitchen.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Gerson Eleonora
Online Marketer
Gerson Eleonora
Online Marketer
As an Online Marketer, Gerson focuses on increasing website visibility through smart SEO strategies, enhancing both content and user experience. He also runs targeted paid search campaigns, including Google Ads, to reach the right audiences. By leveraging analytics and staying on top of the latest trends, he continuously adapts strategies to drive growth in both SEO and SEA. Gerson studied English Linguistics, Spanish, and Communication Sciences at VU in Amsterdam and completed creative writing courses at Emory University.
Whether he’s optimizing campaigns or hitting the basketball court, he does everything with purpose. Gerson also likes going off-grid, on to his next hitchhiking adventure.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Franz Mariscal
Online Marketer
Franz Mariscal
Online Marketer
As an online marketer, Franz focuses on increasing website visibility and traffic through effective SEO strategies, such as improving user experience, optimizing for targeted keywords, and creating engaging content. He also manages paid search campaigns like Google Ads to attract specific audiences. By analyzing performance data and staying updated on algorithm changes, he continually refines our approach and to grow within the SEO/SEA fields.
He studied Commercial Engineering at UAGRM in Bolivia and holds postgraduate diplomas in Economic Research and Digital Marketing, along with Master’s degrees in Marketing & Communication and Applied Statistics. He has worked as a Digital Marketing Specialist at both Flow.bo and AssureSoft, gaining experience in eCommerce and software development. Outside of work, he’s a passionate musician and keyboardist in a Bolivian indie rock band, and enjoys spontaneous nature trips—often finding creative ideas mid-hike. He likes to say, “I’m a musician… and in my free time, I work in digital marketing.”
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Christopher Gil Martins
Developer
Christopher Gil Martins
Developer
Christopher builds and maintains web and mobile applications at Profound, working across both frontend and backend development to create seamless digital experiences. With a background in data science and a passion for clean, functional design, he brings technical precision to every project. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a focus on Data Science from Boston University and previously worked as a freelance data analyst, specializing in data processing and management.
Outside of work, you’ll find him on the tennis court, gaming, or coding up new Discord bots. Christopher also loves The Lord of the Rings series, and can even read some Elvish lines, a true fan!
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Pritam Shelke
Word Press Developer
Pritam Shelke
WordPress Developer
As one of our WordPress Developers, Pritam is actively involved in the delivery of many of the websites we deliver to clients. He also develops and improves the technological aspects of many of our projects and has been a Full-Stack developer on many of our custom web- and mobile products.
He has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University in India. In his spare time, his interests include activities like plugin development, theme development, and making applications using Angular and React JS.
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Sharyon de Lanoi
UI/UX Designer
Sharyon de Lanoi
UI/UX Designer
As one of our UI/UX designers, Sharyon creates exceptional user experiences by understanding and addressing user needs comprehensively. This involves conducting thorough research to gain insights into user behaviors, preferences, and goals. The designer then focuses on developing user-centered designs, ensuring interfaces are intuitive, visually appealing, and align with user expectations to enhance usability.
Sharyon has a bachelor’s degree in Commercial Economy, with a minor of Web & Multimedia from the Utrecht University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands and a master’s degree in Advertising & Marketing from Coventry University in the United Kingdom. He brings extensive experience as a Brand and Marketing consultant, Developer, Web- and UX designer. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his son, listening to music, and watching football matches. His favorite team is FC Barcelona.
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Naomi Raper
UI/UX Designer
Naomi Raper
UI/UX Designer
As one of our UI/UX designers, Naomi blends UX strategy with visual design to create websites that are both beautiful and intuitive. Moreover, she creates exceptional user experiences by understanding and addressing user needs comprehensively. This involves conducting thorough research to gain insights into user behaviors and preferences, and applying these factors to her designs. With a background in marketing and a love for detail, she ensures every digital experience is thoughtful, engaging, and true to the brand.
Outside of work, she can be found at the beach, crafting earrings from real flowers, doing pilates, or enjoying matcha with her favorite people.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Tim Raemakers
Business Solutions Specialist
Tim Raemakers
Business Solutions Specialist
With a background in sports management and a decade of sales experience, Tim helps regional businesses reach their goals through smart digital solutions. At Profound, he connects strategy with execution, while also serving as Director of Conneqtid, a Profound subsidiary that delivers compliance software across Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.
Since moving to Curaçao in 2018 Tim has embraced island life – when he’s not diving into strategy, he’s diving underwater or onto the beach tennis court. Some of his adventures can be followed on Instagram, but he’s still waiting for that big break in fame, though (any day now).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Rens de Groot
Business Solutions Specialist
Rens de Groot
Business Solutions Specialist
Once set on becoming the first female prime minister of the Netherlands, Rens now channels her ambition into helping companies thrive digitally. As Business Solutions Specialist here at Profound she helps companies achieve their commercial goals through the utilization of the digital and marketing landscape. She brings strategic insight and a client-first mindset to her role. Rens graduated at Leiden University with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a minor in Intelligence Studies.
She brings her e-reader everywhere she goes, always working towards her annual reading goal.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Nico Osorio
Project Manager Technology
Nico Osorio
Project Manager Technology
As a Project Manager, Nico oversees technology initiatives through Agile methodologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full alignment with scope and client expectations. His leadership fosters collaboration across teams and drives the successful completion of projects with outstanding results. Nico earned his degrees in System Administration and Network Administration from the College of the Dutch Caribbean. He began his IT career in Curaçao before returning to his hometown of Medellín to pursue new business opportunities. As an independent IT consultant, he successfully combined his passion for music with the digital world.
Outside of work, Nico never misses a great party and always knows where to find the best coffee, especially in Colombia!
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Tymen Kunst
Allround Intern
Tymen Kunst
Allround Intern
Tymen joins Profound as an intern on the marketing team, while also helping all around, spending his gap year learning more about the world of digital strategy and creative campaigns. Having recently earned his International Baccalaureate diploma at the International School Wassenaar, he brings curiosity and a new perspective to the team
Fun fact: Tymen has already lived in five different countries in just 18 years, so he’s no stranger to adapting quickly and thinking globally. Having played virtually every team sport you can think of, he brings the same teamwork, strategy, and energy to every project he tackles at Profound.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Lise Anna Janson
Human Experience Manager
Lise Anna Janson
Human Experience Manager
As Human Experience Manager, Lise Anna shapes Profound’s culture by focusing on recruitment, growth and wellbeing. With a background in governance and focus on personal and professional development, she cares for an environment where people feel seen and safe, yet challenged.
Outside the office, there’s a good chance you can find Lise Anna getting ice cream or off on an outdoor adventure, as long as there’s no frogs involved.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Josane Evers
Financial Assistant
Josane Evers
Financial Assistant
Josane has over 20 years of experience working in financial administration for different companies. During that time, she gained extensive experience in accounting, such as invoicing, reporting, and checking figures, something she truly enjoys doing. As Financial Assistant, Josane ensures accuracy and compliance in our financial operations. Her focus on data management and reporting contributes to administrative efficiency and collaboration.
In her free time, Josane enjoys both the small and big moments with her children. She loves going shopping together, heading into the city, or simply doing something fun. She is also a big fan of good food and good company. But, if she’s looking for some alone time, Josane will unwind with a good book or staying up to date on social media!
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Tiago dos Santos
Facilities & Allround Support
Tiago dos Santos
Facilities & Allround Support
As Facilities & Allround Support, Tiago keeps our workspace efficient and well-equipped, making sure everyone has what they need. From managing supplies to supporting company events, he helps the entire team stay focused and productive.
With a background in ICT and engineering, and experience in hospitality, Tiago brings both structure and flexibility. In his free time, he enjoys drawing, painting, and gaming on his PlayStation.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Royann Dean
The Bahamas Country Manager & Marketing Strategist
Royann Dean
The Bahamas Country Manager & Marketing Strategist
Royann is the Country Manager for Profound in The Bahamas as the managing director of ONWRD Advisors. This is a leading agency in communication strategy, content development, and design in The Bahamas. In addition to working with clients in Haiti and Dominica, the agency has extensive experience working with organizations in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
Royann is a creative economy advocate and the creator of Inspired/By, The Bahamas’s only discussion on design, business, and creativity. She has a decorated academic background, with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and a master’s degree in Design Management (Honours) from the University of the Arts London. In addition to certificates in cryptocurrencies and blockchain, Royann has certificates in digital transformation from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology as well as certificates from IDEO U, of the renowned global design firm IDEO, and the Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
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Joseph DeJonge
Strategic Partner, Guyana Country Manager
Joseph DeJonge
Strategic Partner, Guyana Country Manager
“Fixing your problems before you even know you have one”
Joseph is Managing Director of Harpi and Profound’s strategic partner for transformation services in Guyana. With expertise in strategy, operations, and digital innovation, he bridges Harpi’s consultancy strength with Profound’s creative and tech capabilities.
Joseph holds degrees in Finance, International Business, and Physical Sciences, and brings over a decade of global experience to every collaboration.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Mieneke van Rossem
Bonaire Country Manager
Mieneke van Rossem
Bonaire Country Manager
Mieneke leads Profound’s operations on Bonaire through her company Art & Communications – Mieneke van Rossem. She has extensive experience in managing projects for diverse organizations, ranging from governments to creative agencies, offering strategic and creative solutions tailored to each client.
She has lived in Bonaire for over five years, having moved for love (of an artist!). In her spare time, she enjoys playing golf, whether on Bonaire or anywhere else in the world.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
Client Solutions
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Timothy Monte
Project Manager
Timothy Monte
Project Manager
Timothy studied International Creative Business at InHolland University of Applied Sciences in The Hague, graduating with top honors. During his studies, he completed a minor in Film and Cinematography and an internship in Digital Marketing at Smove Amsterdam. His strong foundation in branding, teamwork, and customer engagement enables him to bridge creativity and business value seamlessly in every project he manages.
Outside of work, Timothy is an avid traveler and fitness enthusiast who trains 4–5 times a week and is currently taking on the challenge of mastering calisthenics. Passionate about photography and video editing, he also enjoys directing and modeling in photoshoots. Fun fact: as a kid, Timothy swore he’d never touch sushi, but after living in the Netherlands, he’s become a total fan. Bring him some spicy uramaki, and you’ll make his day!
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Kaylee Bierman
Project Manager
Kaylee Bierman
Project Manager
Known at the office as our resident “Energy Healer,” Kaylee combines calm energy with sharp project management skills. As Project Manager, she leads mostly marketing retainers and campaigns, making sure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are always met. In other words: she plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional results.
With a strong background in marketing, including roles at Microsoft Netherlands, she combines structure with creativity to deliver results that clients can count on.
Outside of work, she loves to travel, embrace new adventures and create calm moments for others through energy healing.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Layla Lindquist
Project Manager
Layla Lindquist
Project Manager
As a Project Manager at Profound, Layla is responsible for managing and coordinating project execution, focusing on web projects, marketing retainers, and marketing campaigns. She collaborates closely with clients to ensure project deliverables are met within the agreed-upon timeline, budget, and quality standards. She plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional results.
Layla holds a degree in International Media & Entertainment Management, specializing in production. She worked as a video editor in Nicaragua and was part of the production team at the Buenos Aires Film Festival in Argentina. In Curaçao, she has experience as a wedding planner. In her free time, Layla enjoys family, travel, hosting dinners, cooking, gardening, and water sports.
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Joy Veenstra
Project Manager
Joy Veenstra
Project Manager
Don’t let her name fool you: Joy is all about dark thrillers and psychological dramas, and when there’s a high-stake project deadline, she means business. Her background in hospitality and event management allows her to bring structure and precision to every project with flair. Joy’s role involves managing web projects and campaigns from start to finish. She keeps them on schedule and on budget, but also makes sure expectations are exceeded.
Outside the office, Joy is a passionate salsa dancer, coffee lover, traveler, and holds an SDEN-1 wine certificate. She also has a competitive side: she placed third at the Dutch National Karate Championships, her discipline runs deep.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Nico Osorio
Project Manager Technology
Nico Osorio
Project Manager Technology
As a Project Manager, Nico oversees technology initiatives through Agile methodologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full alignment with scope and client expectations. His leadership fosters collaboration across teams and drives the successful completion of projects with outstanding results. Nico earned his degrees in System Administration and Network Administration from the College of the Dutch Caribbean. He began his IT career in Curaçao before returning to his hometown of Medellín to pursue new business opportunities. As an independent IT consultant, he successfully combined his passion for music with the digital world.
Outside of work, Nico never misses a great party and always knows where to find the best coffee, especially in Colombia!
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
Growth Solutions
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Lauren van der Kolk
Creative Lead
Lauren van der Kolk
Creative Lead
Lauren van der Kolk has over 20 years of international experience in the design industry. As a former Design director she has experience in setting up and managing creative, and multidisciplinary teams. Her management skills include giving fair and critical feedback to the team, leading off-sites, and motivating the team to get the very best out of each team member. As a design leader, Lauren is very detail-oriented, with a great eye for the balance in designs.
Beyond her design & management skills, Lauren’s positive attitude and her abundance of energy make her a pleasure to work with.
Lauren is a real people’s person, who understands feelings & needs very well. A fun fact about her is that she is “Mega Dyslexic” (and very proud to be).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Tim Raemakers
Business Solutions Specialist
Tim Raemakers
Business Solutions Specialist
With a background in sports management and a decade of sales experience, Tim helps regional businesses reach their goals through smart digital solutions. At Profound, he connects strategy with execution, while also serving as Director of Conneqtid, a Profound subsidiary that delivers compliance software across Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.
Since moving to Curaçao in 2018 Tim has embraced island life – when he’s not diving into strategy, he’s diving underwater or onto the beach tennis court. Some of his adventures can be followed on Instagram, but he’s still waiting for that big break in fame, though (any day now).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Rens de Groot
Business Solutions Specialist
Rens de Groot
Business Solutions Specialist
Once set on becoming the first female prime minister of the Netherlands, Rens now channels her ambition into helping companies thrive digitally. As Business Solutions Specialist here at Profound she helps companies achieve their commercial goals through the utilization of the digital and marketing landscape. She brings strategic insight and a client-first mindset to her role. Rens graduated at Leiden University with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a minor in Intelligence Studies.
She brings her e-reader everywhere she goes, always working towards her annual reading goal.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
Profound Solutions
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Stevly Belioso
Administrative Assistant
Stevly Belioso
Administrative Assistant
Stevly supports Profound’s finance and administrative departments operations as our Administrative Assistant. He is currently studying Administration and Commerce at St. Jozef VSBO. Working at Profound allows him to combine his studies with hands-on experience in the professional world.
Outside of work and school, he loves to decorate for parties, especially for Christmas. Stevly’s other hobby is dancing: he can learn a full choreography in just one day! He also helped bring the Cur-Love-Care website, a project we’re all very proud of, to life.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Lise Anna Janson
Human Experience Manager
Lise Anna Janson
Human Experience Manager
As Human Experience Manager, Lise Anna shapes Profound’s culture by focusing on recruitment, growth and wellbeing. With a background in governance and focus on personal and professional development, she cares for an environment where people feel seen and safe, yet challenged.
Outside the office, there’s a good chance you can find Lise Anna getting ice cream or off on an outdoor adventure, as long as there’s no frogs involved.
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Josane Evers
Financial Assistant
Josane Evers
Financial Assistant
Josane has over 20 years of experience working in financial administration for different companies. During that time, she gained extensive experience in accounting, such as invoicing, reporting, and checking figures, something she truly enjoys doing. As Financial Assistant, Josane ensures accuracy and compliance in our financial operations. Her focus on data management and reporting contributes to administrative efficiency and collaboration.
In her free time, Josane enjoys both the small and big moments with her children. She loves going shopping together, heading into the city, or simply doing something fun. She is also a big fan of good food and good company. But, if she’s looking for some alone time, Josane will unwind with a good book or staying up to date on social media!
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Tiago dos Santos
Facilities & Allround Support
Tiago dos Santos
Facilities & Allround Support
As Facilities & Allround Support, Tiago keeps our workspace efficient and well-equipped, making sure everyone has what they need. From managing supplies to supporting company events, he helps the entire team stay focused and productive.
With a background in ICT and engineering, and experience in hospitality, Tiago brings both structure and flexibility. In his free time, he enjoys drawing, painting, and gaming on his PlayStation.
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Profound Caribbean
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Royann Dean
The Bahamas Country Manager & Marketing Strategist
Royann Dean
The Bahamas Country Manager & Marketing Strategist
Royann is the Country Manager for Profound in The Bahamas as the managing director of ONWRD Advisors. This is a leading agency in communication strategy, content development, and design in The Bahamas. In addition to working with clients in Haiti and Dominica, the agency has extensive experience working with organizations in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
Royann is a creative economy advocate and the creator of Inspired/By, The Bahamas’s only discussion on design, business, and creativity. She has a decorated academic background, with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and a master’s degree in Design Management (Honours) from the University of the Arts London. In addition to certificates in cryptocurrencies and blockchain, Royann has certificates in digital transformation from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology as well as certificates from IDEO U, of the renowned global design firm IDEO, and the Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
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Joseph DeJonge
Strategic Partner, Guyana Country Manager
Joseph DeJonge
Strategic Partner, Guyana Country Manager
“Fixing your problems before you even know you have one”
Joseph is Managing Director of Harpi and Profound’s strategic partner for transformation services in Guyana. With expertise in strategy, operations, and digital innovation, he bridges Harpi’s consultancy strength with Profound’s creative and tech capabilities.
Joseph holds degrees in Finance, International Business, and Physical Sciences, and brings over a decade of global experience to every collaboration.
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Mieneke van Rossem
Bonaire Country Manager
Mieneke van Rossem
Bonaire Country Manager
Mieneke leads Profound’s operations on Bonaire through her company Art & Communications – Mieneke van Rossem. She has extensive experience in managing projects for diverse organizations, ranging from governments to creative agencies, offering strategic and creative solutions tailored to each client.
She has lived in Bonaire for over five years, having moved for love (of an artist!). In her spare time, she enjoys playing golf, whether on Bonaire or anywhere else in the world.
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Marketing Solutions
Zhandro Bonifacia
Nicolás Lozada
Denzel Cathalina
Nikita Noordstar
Tymen Kunst
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Zhandro Bonifacia
Senior Graphic Designer
Zhandro Bonifacia
Senior Graphic Designer
As Senior Graphic Designer, Zhandro designs bold and brand-driven visuals that make a lasting impact. With experience across Curaçao and the Netherlands, he combines creative flair with strategic thinking, and mentors the design team to do the same.
Beyond design, he enjoys digital art, movies and once took home gold at a paintball championship in Panama.
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Nicolás Lozada
Content Coordinator & Senior Graphic Designer
Nicolás Lozada
Content Coordinator & Senior Graphic Designer
As a Senior Graphic Designer, Nicolás is a creative powerhouse dedicated to crafting innovative branding and impactful designs. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of brand identity, he ensures every visual aligns seamlessly with client guidelines. His expertise in creating compelling content not only enhances brand recognition but also drives business growth and exceeds client expectations.
Nicolás majored in Design at Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia. With a diverse background in visual arts, he has worked as a UX/UI designer at Fancy APIs, a composition and VFX artist at Insert Coin Animation Studios, and a Graphic Designer at SEC Newgate. Passionate about creativity in all its forms, he enjoys animated media, appreciating the artistry behind films and shows. As a proud Caleño, he has a deep love for music, especially salsa, which he enjoys both listening to and dancing.
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Denzel Cathalina
Graphic Design Intern
Denzel Cathalina
Graphic Design Intern
From Curaçao to the Netherlands and back again – bringing fresh creativity to our studio
Denzel is our Graphic Design Intern at Profound, strengthening our creative studio with fresh ideas. He is in his final year of studying Graphic Design at ArtAZ University of the Arts in Zwolle. Having moved across the ocean from Curaçao to The Netherlands on his own at 17, he has now temporarily come back to the island to work as an intern at Profound.
Outside of work, Denzel also loves being creative: his hobbies are designing and drawing, both digitally and traditionally.
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Nikita Noordstar
Multimedia Creative & Online Marketer
Nikita Noordstar
Multimedia Creative & Online Marketer
With a background in photography, videography, and graphic design, Nikita brings over 9 years of creative experience to Profound. As a Multimedia Creative and Online Marketer, she plays a key role in crafting stories that capture attention and amplify campaign impact. Her work seamlessly blends storytelling with technical precision, supported by her ICT degree from ROC Amsterdam.
Beyond the office, Nikita thrives on intensity and creativity: she is a dedicated CrossFit athlete, and enjoys tackling DIY and photography projects in her free time.
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Tymen Kunst
Allround Intern
Tymen Kunst
Allround Intern
Tymen joins Profound as an intern on the marketing team, while also helping all around, spending his gap year learning more about the world of digital strategy and creative campaigns. Having recently earned his International Baccalaureate diploma at the International School Wassenaar, he brings curiosity and a new perspective to the team
Fun fact: Tymen has already lived in five different countries in just 18 years, so he’s no stranger to adapting quickly and thinking globally. Having played virtually every team sport you can think of, he brings the same teamwork, strategy, and energy to every project he tackles at Profound.
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Tech Solutions
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Karim Sawda
Senior Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Karim Sawda
Tech Senior
As a Developer, Karim is responsible for building, testing, and maintaining websites using platforms like WordPress, Chipmunk, Craft, among others. This entails proactive updates, troubleshooting issues during and after the development process, and devising effective solutions. Karim has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Faculty of Sciences at the Lebanese University. He also did a two-month internship at a company in Lebanon, where, as a junior Java developer, he worked on projects for all Lebanon municipalities while focusing on web programming with Java.
In his free-time, you’ll likely find Karim playing basketball, hiking, camping, or listening to music.
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Alaa Shafshak
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Alaa Shafshak
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Alaa bridges development and support at Profound, building hiqh-quality tech solutions but also keeping our customers happy as our Tech Support Specialist. With a background in Computer Science (graduated Cum Laude!) and years of fullstack development under her belt, she works across WordPress and high-traffic platforms. She’s also our go-to for timely tech support that actually solves things.
Outside of work? She’s thrift shopping for one-of-a-kind treasures, listening to podcasts, and surprising people with her raspberry-shaped birthmark (not a tattoo!).
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Hilal Masri
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Hilal Masri
Developer & Tech Support Specialist
Hilal is a versatile Fullstack Developer at Profound, skilled in custom WordPress builds, mobile solutions, and high-traffic platforms. With a strong technical background and an eye for user-focused solutions, he combines back-end power with front-end finesse.
When he’s not coding, you’ll find Hilal hiking, traveling, or capturing cultures through his lens.
📩Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Stan van Heumen
Senior Software Developer
Stan van Heumen
Senior Software Developer
As Senior Software Developer at Profound, Stan builds the digital foundations behind our apps, websites, and custom software solutions. With a sharp eye for performance and precision, he turns complex ideas into seamless, scalable products that help clients grow.
Before joining Profound, Stan studied Computer Science at Avans University of Applied Sciences in Den Bosch and co-founded Bravobit, now part of Betaphor, a development partnership with Profound focused on cutting-edge software and portal solutions.
Outside of coding, you’ll likely find him unwinding with a good movie or a drink on a sunny terrace.
📩 Let’s talk! [email protected]
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Brian van den Broek
Senior Software Developer
Brian van den Broek
Senior Software Developer
As Senior Software Developer at Profound, Stan builds the digital foundations behind our apps, websites, and custom software solutions. With a sharp eye for performance and precision, he turns complex ideas into seamless, scalable products that help clients grow. Before joining Profound, Stan studied Computer Science at Avans University of Applied Sciences in Den Bosch.
In his spare time, there’s nothing Brian loves more than sightseeing in different cities, watching TV shows, and having some beer on the beach (when the weather permits it).
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Christiaan Geluk
Online Marketing Manager
Christiaan Geluk
Online Marketing Manager
Chris leads Profound’s online marketing team, where he combines his love for data with strategic insight to deliver measurable results. Whether it’s boosting visibility through social media, Google Advertising, and SEO implementations, or optimizing performance through tools like Google Analytics and Databox, he’s all about getting quantifiable results.
Fun fact? Even though he lives in sunny Curaçao, he holds a license to drive oversnow vehicles. When Chris is not experimenting with data, you’ll probably find him experimenting in the kitchen.
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Gerson Eleonora
Online Marketer
Gerson Eleonora
Online Marketer
As an Online Marketer, Gerson focuses on increasing website visibility through smart SEO strategies, enhancing both content and user experience. He also runs targeted paid search campaigns, including Google Ads, to reach the right audiences. By leveraging analytics and staying on top of the latest trends, he continuously adapts strategies to drive growth in both SEO and SEA. Gerson studied English Linguistics, Spanish, and Communication Sciences at VU in Amsterdam and completed creative writing courses at Emory University.
Whether he’s optimizing campaigns or hitting the basketball court, he does everything with purpose. Gerson also likes going off-grid, on to his next hitchhiking adventure.
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Franz Mariscal
Online Marketer
Franz Mariscal
Online Marketer
As an online marketer, Franz focuses on increasing website visibility and traffic through effective SEO strategies, such as improving user experience, optimizing for targeted keywords, and creating engaging content. He also manages paid search campaigns like Google Ads to attract specific audiences. By analyzing performance data and staying updated on algorithm changes, he continually refines our approach and to grow within the SEO/SEA fields.
He studied Commercial Engineering at UAGRM in Bolivia and holds postgraduate diplomas in Economic Research and Digital Marketing, along with Master’s degrees in Marketing & Communication and Applied Statistics. He has worked as a Digital Marketing Specialist at both Flow.bo and AssureSoft, gaining experience in eCommerce and software development. Outside of work, he’s a passionate musician and keyboardist in a Bolivian indie rock band, and enjoys spontaneous nature trips—often finding creative ideas mid-hike. He likes to say, “I’m a musician… and in my free time, I work in digital marketing.”
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Christopher Gil Martins
Developer
Christopher Gil Martins
Developer
Christopher builds and maintains web and mobile applications at Profound, working across both frontend and backend development to create seamless digital experiences. With a background in data science and a passion for clean, functional design, he brings technical precision to every project. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a focus on Data Science from Boston University and previously worked as a freelance data analyst, specializing in data processing and management.
Outside of work, you’ll find him on the tennis court, gaming, or coding up new Discord bots. Christopher also loves The Lord of the Rings series, and can even read some Elvish lines, a true fan!
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Pritam Shelke
Word Press Developer
Pritam Shelke
WordPress Developer
As one of our WordPress Developers, Pritam is actively involved in the delivery of many of the websites we deliver to clients. He also develops and improves the technological aspects of many of our projects and has been a Full-Stack developer on many of our custom web- and mobile products.
He has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University in India. In his spare time, his interests include activities like plugin development, theme development, and making applications using Angular and React JS.
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Sharyon de Lanoi
UI/UX Designer
Sharyon de Lanoi
UI/UX Designer
As one of our UI/UX designers, Sharyon creates exceptional user experiences by understanding and addressing user needs comprehensively. This involves conducting thorough research to gain insights into user behaviors, preferences, and goals. The designer then focuses on developing user-centered designs, ensuring interfaces are intuitive, visually appealing, and align with user expectations to enhance usability.
Sharyon has a bachelor’s degree in Commercial Economy, with a minor of Web & Multimedia from the Utrecht University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands and a master’s degree in Advertising & Marketing from Coventry University in the United Kingdom. He brings extensive experience as a Brand and Marketing consultant, Developer, Web- and UX designer. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his son, listening to music, and watching football matches. His favorite team is FC Barcelona.
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Naomi Raper
UI/UX Designer
Naomi Raper
UI/UX Designer
As one of our UI/UX designers, Naomi blends UX strategy with visual design to create websites that are both beautiful and intuitive. Moreover, she creates exceptional user experiences by understanding and addressing user needs comprehensively. This involves conducting thorough research to gain insights into user behaviors and preferences, and applying these factors to her designs. With a background in marketing and a love for detail, she ensures every digital experience is thoughtful, engaging, and true to the brand.
Outside of work, she can be found at the beach, crafting earrings from real flowers, doing pilates, or enjoying matcha with her favorite people.
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Karim Sawda
Alaa Shafshak
Hilal Masri
Stan van Heumen
Brian van den Broek
Christiaan Geluk
Gerson Eleonora
Franz Mariscal
Christopher Gil Martins
Pritam Shelke
Sharyon de Lanoi
Naomi Raper
Client Solutions
Timothy Monte
Kaylee Bierman
Layla Lindquist
Joy Veenstra
Nico Osorio
Growth Solutions
Lauren van der Kolk
Tim Raemakers
Rens de Groot
Profound Solutions
Stevly Belioso
Lise Anna Janson
Josane Evers
Tiago dos Santos
Profound Caribbean
Royann Dean
Joseph DeJonge
Mieneke van Rossem
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