Philip Heylen

Philip Heylen currently holds the positions of International Relations & Corporate Affairs Officer and Business Development Manager at Ackermans & van Haaren since December 2016, focusing on long-term growth and sustainable business solutions. Additionally, Philip serves as a Director at Port of Duqm Company and an Ambassador for the Initiative for Mayors and Municipalities at ISWA International Solid Waste Association, promoting sustainable waste management. From June 2004, Philip has been involved with Stad Antwerpen as Honorary Vice Mayor and held various vice mayor positions, emphasizing culture, economy, and tourism. Philip previously served as Director at Elia, Belgium's high-voltage transmission operator, and Chairman at ISVAG, a waste-to-energy plant. Philip's early career involved advisory roles for national leaders within CD&V, and Philip holds a Master's degree in Law from the University of Antwerp.