With more than 30 years of experience in various capacities (in Belgium and abroad) in an integrated bankinsurance group, Christine has gained not only valuable financial knowledge and leadership skills but also financial competence and a large network.

Claire invests a lot of her time to ensure equality between men and women. At BNP Paribas Fortis she was the Head of Diversity and Inclusion for 10 years. Since 2019, Claire joined Febelfin to help the whole financial sector to become more inclusive & diverse.

Adèle has always been keen to learn more about gender equality at work. She pursued that endeavour by writing her bachelor thesis on the macro and micro factors that influence women to become entrepreneurs in Malaysia. To gain more practical experience on the topic, she did an internship of 4 months at JUMP. This is where she discovered that her goal was to become a DEI expert. She is constantly training herself on topics such as empathy, resilience and emotional intelligence.

Mathy is an MBA candidate at KU Leuven Campus Brussels. Aside from university, she volunteered hertime as the President of AIESEC in Brussel, where she planned on making an impact on people's lives by striving for peace and fulfilment of humankinds potential. You can talk to her about anything regarding mental health awareness, personal development and women empowerment!

Lihua is a communications and digital marketing creative passionate about storytelling, inclusion, and community building. She holds a Bachelor’s in International Communications (Thomas More Mechelen) and a Master’s in Cultural Studies (KU Leuven), shaping her strong interest in culture, diversity, and human connection.

Inspiring Change through a Unique Blend of Senior Executive Experience and Inclusive Leadership and Corporate Culture Expertise I’m a former executive in the financial sector with 26 years of experience, including 17 years as General Counsel and Tax Director leading a team of 120 legal and tax professionals. Today, I help organizations build inclusive, high-performing cultures by combining strategic leadership experience with a deep understanding of corporate culture, diversity, and change. I hold a Master’s in Gender and Diversity (magna cum laude), and my research explored how leadership behaviours and organizational norms shape career opportunities, especially for women. My work is grounded in the idea of leading in a different voice: striking a thoughtful balance between achieving results and fostering care, connection, and inclusion. I design and deliver leadership trainings, keynotes, and workshops on topics such as psychological safety, imposter syndrome, assimilation, inclusive leadership, and smart “soft” skills. Whether you're navigating culture change, building inclusive teams, or looking to spark meaningful dialogue, I help shift perspectives and inspire action.

Jeroen has almost 20 years of experience in the financial industry in various Legal & Compliance management roles, and is now working at the Belgian Asset Managers Association (BEAMA).

He attaches great importance to fostering a collaborative and positive working environment, and enjoys an open, spontaneous and honest interaction.

Febe Maes has been working at BNP Paribas Fortis for three years and is currently a sales manager. This role has given her valuable insights into the importance of diverse teams. She experiences every day how diversity contributes to better results and collaboration. 

Febe actively promotes open and honest communication in the workplace and strives for an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.

Aurélie is a senior executive in information security (risks and controls), IT and cybersecurity with nearly 25 years of experience mainly within international global banks and financial institutions. She focuses on bringing business and IT together as a trusted partner to achieve sustainable goals. She is passionate about making an impact towards organisations and an advocate for more diversity and more women in Tech.

After graduating in Linguistics and shortly after in Law, Piros worked for 15 years in various control functions (Compliance, Audit).

But that’s not why she’s with us: it was only when she left her home country, Hungary, to join KBC in Belgium that she truly learned why diversity and inclusion are key.

Leen Vermeersch is a seasoned director, certified coach, and author with a strong academic background in linguistics and business management. With over 20 years of experience in finance and as an expert in lobbying and strategic storytelling, she combines financial expertise with a deep understanding of language and communication, helping organisations navigate complexity with clarity and empathy.

Elvina Garayeva is a seasoned impact investment professional with over 15 years of experience in emerging markets. She currently serves as the Head of Debt, Financial Institutions at Incofin Investment Management, a Belgian impact investment company. Elvina is actively involved in promoting gender lens investing and financial inclusion in emerging markets.

Rafaela Henz Dias is Co-Head of Culture & Inclusion at Wo.Men in Finance Belgium. She firmly believes that true and lasting progress in diversity and inclusion requires deep cultural transformation — without it, any change is only temporary. Drawing on her experience at leading financial institutions like Euroclear and BNP Paribas, Rafaela works to embed inclusive values into how teams communicate, decide, and collaborate. Her goal is to help shape a financial sector where belonging and representation are at the core of long-term success