Women at Valcon
At Valcon, we empower women to lead, innovate,
and drive meaningful growth in an ever-evolving world.
Inspiring inclusion in the workplace
Explore the inspiring stories of our colleagues – their journeys, achievements, and what makes being part of Valcon so meaningful to them.
“A very important thing I have learnt during my career is to take and adopt the best from each of those around me, and then adding my own flavour to it.”
Shanti Abelha – Associate Partner
“Sponsorship and trust have always been game-changers for me. Right from the start of my career to date, a senior leader has not only actively sponsored me but also advocated for my promotions into senior roles.”
Fieke Schopenhouer – Group HR lead
“For women starting out in this industry, look for the right mentorship and keep that going throughout your career. Being a mentor and mentee are both extremely valuable.”
Jodi Steenaart – Head of People
“It’s inspiring to see strong female leaders. It pushes you to strive for more and to imagine yourself in those roles. It proves that leadership in tech isn’t about gender – it’s about skills, drive and determination.”
Judita Pezelj – Senior Specialist
“I focus on creating an environment where team members feel confident and empowered. I believe in empowering individuals to tackle challenges independently while being around to support them.”
Mechteld Kirpensteijn – Senior Manager
“To me, an effective leader shares successes with their team and takes accountability during setbacks, as a coach celebrates victories and navigates through challenges with their team.”
Helen Belshaw – Associate Partner
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International Women’s Day 2025
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the experiences of women across Valcon. In line with this year’s theme, Accelerating Action, we’re proud to share stories of leadership, innovation, and impact- driving meaningful change and shaping the future.
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BlogAccelerating Action | How diversity is shaping the future of recruitment
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BlogWomen shaping the future of data engineering
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BlogReturning to work after parental leave | Ina and Henrik’s experiences
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BlogAccelerating action | Sanne’s journey in the world of consulting
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BlogAccelerating action in leadership | Creating real change for women in the workplace
“Success is when executive boards practise what they preach and start to reflect the diversity of their workforce.”
Sanne Houtappels, Partner, Consulting
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