Simone van Starkenburg

Simone van Starkenburg is an accomplished Global Brand Marketing Executive with a strong background in lifestyle, sporting goods & fashion industries.

She is highly skilled in areas such as Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Omnichannel, Purpose Communications, E-commerce, and Team Leadership.

Simone is known for being an energetic, creative, and hands-on self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a focus on the bigger picture.

Her management style is characterized by being open, transparent, encouraging, and direct when needed, with a strong emphasis on guiding and contributing to people's growth both professionally and personally.

She holds a Master's degree in Communication Science & Consumer Marketing from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and a Bachelor's degree in Design & Styling from Amsterdam Fashion Institute.

Simone's extensive professional experience includes roles such as Head of Marketing Europe at UNIQLO, Global Head of Brand, Marketing & Communications at Monki, Global Consumer Direct Marketing Director NBHD at Nike, and various other leadership positions at Nike, Lola & Liza, Scotch & Soda, and Koninklijke Jumbo B.V.

Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a talent for innovation, expansion, and team leadership, always striving for exceptional results.

Simone is known for her ability to sell ideas effectively, her relentless pursuit of opportunities for growth and innovation, and her sense of humor that adds value to her professional interactions.

Her career journey reflects a strong focus on brand development, digital marketing, e-commerce, and creating impactful marketing strategies globally.