ABOUT MARLIES

I originate from the Netherlands and have built a distinguished international career spanning the past 25 years. As an accomplished Managing Director and senior business leader, I bring extensive experience from both the UK and global arenas. My expertise encompasses overseeing multi-million-pound accounts in diverse sectors such as Flex Real Estate, Facilities Management, Hospitality & Leisure, Aviation, Banking, and Professional Services. I specialize in driving Organisational Performance, Efficient Business Operations, Strategy and Cultural Change, Business Transformation, and Revenue Generation.

I am the Founder and Director of Hoogeboom Ltd, a company that offers expert advisory services to corporate clients. Additionally, I am an active Speaker and Panellist, with a keen focus on topics including DE&I, Company Culture, Hybrid Working, and Workplace Strategies.

In my prior role, I served as the COO and Managing Director at Mace, a globally recognised leader in shaping the built environment. During my tenure, I held responsibilities for profit and loss delivery, expanding international business operations, fostering talent development, and implementing workplace strategies and sustainability practices.

Before that, I held Managing Director positions with The Instant Group and Sodexo. Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with clients and businesses to develop strategies aimed at enhancing efficiency, engagement, and opportunities for continuous improvement. I work collaboratively with teams, individuals, and businesses to optimize performance, drive transformational change, and facilitate professional development.