Annelies Verhaeghe

Annelies Verhaeghe is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in psychology, marketing, and technology.

As the former Chief Platform Officer at Human8, Annelies was instrumental in driving growth and optimizing operational processes through technology.

Annelies holds a Master's in Experimental & Theoretical Psychology from Ghent University and a Master's in Marketing Management from Vlerick Leuven Gent Management School, where she excelled and was awarded Marketing Student of the Year in 2005.

With a rich history in market research and innovation, Annelies has honed her expertise in insight creation, quantitative and qualitative research techniques, and consumer activation strategies.

Annelies has been recognized with prestigious awards in the industry, including the 'young market researcher of the year by Esomar, the MOA Innovation Award, the Econsultancy Innovation Award, and the IBM SPSS insight award.

Her career journey led her to positions at InSites Consulting, where she served as Managing Partner, Division Manager, and Head of Research Innovation, contributing significantly to developing groundbreaking research methodologies.

Annelies later transitioned to Human8, where she played a key role in establishing technology partnerships and spearheading the development of the innovative human collaboration platform, the square.

Beyond her market research background, Annelies has delved into product management, IT development, and leadership, demonstrating a versatile skill set and a passion for building technology products.

Annelies's educational background coupled with her hands-on experience in various industries positions her as a dynamic leader with a unique blend of expertise in psychology, marketing, and technology.