Ann van Gestel

Ann Van Gestel has extensive experience in human resources and personnel policy, currently serving as the Verantwoordelijke algemeen personeelsbeleid at ACV since January 2017, while also managing HR projects at ACV-CSC since September 2012, focusing on competency management, age-conscious HR policy, and diversity. Previously, as HR manager at ACV Kempen from March 2002 to August 2012, Ann implemented integrated personnel policies, including recruitment, prevention, well-being, training, coaching, and organizational development. Ann's career began at ACV as a propagandist from 1987 to 2002, advocating for social rights and organizing activities for union members. Ann holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Hoger Instituut der Kempen, completed between 1981 and 1984.