Nadiia Vandersmissen
Leuven
Summary
I am a versatile professional with several years of self-employment experience, where I managed a diverse range of responsibilities, from client relations and business strategy to product development and marketing. Over the years, I’ve honed my ability to adapt, solve problems, and provide exceptional service. Now, I am eager to transition back into the corporate world and apply my strong communication skills, customer-focused mindset, and entrepreneurial experience in a customer service role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Business Strategist/Nutrition Consulting
Self - Employed
05.2019 - Current
- Established a successful nutrition consulting practice through targeted marketing efforts, exceptional client service, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Founder & CEO Kouki Candles
Self - Employed
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Established a successful business with own production of natural and sustainable candles
- Distributing them throughout local interior shops and online shops oriented on local and sustainable products
- https://www.instagram.com/kouki.candles/
Business Development & Marketing Manager
Self Employed
10.2014 - 03.2016
- Launched a new business model project for Ukrainian market - monthly subscription boxes 'Local food' - monthly delivery of local food products
- Coordinated and organized partnership with sponsors, food court during the IDCEE (IT conference)
- PR & Marketing Director at La Dunia Restaurant Bali, Indonesia
Product Marketing Manager
Porsche Ukraine GmbH
03.2010 - 09.2014
- Responsible for product planning throughout the product life-cycle, including: market analysis, production planning, pricing
- Launched new products successfully by collaborating with cross-functional teams on go-to-market strategies.
Sales Department Assistant
Porsche Ukraine GmbH
12.2008 - 02.2010
- Assisted with marketing initiatives to expand brand awareness and drive demand for company products or services.
- Organized sales events, exhibits, and promotional activities to engage potential customers and generate leads.
Education
Certificate - Orthomoleculair Therapy
KPNI Belgium
Melle, Belgium06-2022
Certificate - Food And Nutrition
Europese Academie
Antwerp, Belgium06-2019
Master Degree - Economics and Marketing
Kyiv National Economic University
Kyiv, Ukraine01.2013
Master degree - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Karazin Kharkiv National University
01.2002
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
Dutch
English
Russian
Ukrainian
Timeline
Founder & Business Strategist/Nutrition Consulting
Self - Employed
05.2019 - Current
Founder & CEO Kouki Candles
Self - Employed
03.2016 - 08.2019
Business Development & Marketing Manager
Self Employed
10.2014 - 03.2016
Product Marketing Manager
Porsche Ukraine GmbH
03.2010 - 09.2014
Sales Department Assistant
Porsche Ukraine GmbH
12.2008 - 02.2010
Certificate - Orthomoleculair Therapy
KPNI Belgium
Certificate - Food And Nutrition
Europese Academie
Master Degree - Economics and Marketing
Kyiv National Economic University
Master degree - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Karazin Kharkiv National University
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